Harmal Root

Peganum harmala (root)

Family: Nitrariaceae Evidence: T decoctionpowder

Middle Eastern medicinal root (distinct from seeds) used in Persian and Unani medicine for chronic skin conditions, joint pain, and menstrual disorders. Contains harmine, harmaline, vasicine. Root has different alkaloid ratios than commonly used seeds.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Depression. MAOIs. Parkinsons.

Interactions

MAOIs, SSRIs (SEROTONIN SYNDROME), tyramine-containing foods, dopaminergic drugs.

Side Effects

Nausea, hallucinations, tremor. TOXIC in excess.

Liver: Hepatotoxic at high doses.
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