Daphne Gnidium

Daphne gnidium

Family: Thymelaeaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoultice

Mediterranean shrub used cautiously in Moroccan and Algerian traditional medicine for hair loss treatment (external rinse), skin conditions, and joint pain. TOXIC: Contains daphnane diterpenes (mezerein, daphnetoxin). Only for external use in diluted preparations.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

TOXIC. Internal use dangerous. Pregnancy. Children.

Interactions

Not for internal use.

Side Effects

TOXIC internally: severe GI irritation, blistering, kidney damage. External use: skin irritation.

Liver: Hepatotoxic.
Kidney: Nephrotoxic.
Allergy: Severe contact dermatitis.
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