Elephantopus Scaber

Elephantopus scaber

Family: Asteraceae Evidence: C decoctionpoulticeextract

Southeast Asian and tropical herb used in Malaysian (tapak liman), Indonesian, and Chinese folk medicine for hepatitis, fever, and kidney complaints. Contains elephantopin and deoxyelephantopin sesquiterpene lactones with documented anticancer activity.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Liver disease.

Interactions

Hepatotoxic drugs, chemotherapy.

Side Effects

GI upset. Bitter taste.

Liver: Monitor liver function.
Allergy: Asteraceae allergy.
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