Milk Thistle Extract

Silybum marianum (80% extract)

Family: Asteraceae Evidence: A capsuleextract

The gold standard liver herb — 80% silymarin standardization. Used in European hospitals for mushroom poisoning. 140mg 3x daily is the clinical dose.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricInsufficient Data

Contraindications

Asteraceae allergy. Hormone-sensitive conditions.

Interactions

CYP2C9, CYP3A4 drugs, diabetes meds, statins, raloxifene.

Side Effects

Very well tolerated. GI upset, allergic reactions.

Allergy: Asteraceae allergy.
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