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Side Eects of Aloe Vera
Topical
It may cause redness, burning, stinging sensation and rarely
generalized dermatitis in sensitive individuals. Allergic reactions
are mostly due to anthraquinones, such as aloin and barbaloin. It
reaction Syed et al. [39].
Oral
Abdominal cramps, diarrhea, red urine, hepatitis, dependency
or worsening of constipation Bottenberg et al. [40].
Contraindication
Contraindicated in cases of known allergy to the plant. Oral aloe
is not recommended during pregnancy due to theoretical stimula-
tion of uterine contractions, and in breastfeeding mothers, it may
sometime causes gastrointestinal distress in the nursing infant Ul-
bricht et al. [41].
Interactions
Application of aloe to skin may increase the absorption of ster-
oid creams such as hydrocortisone. It reduces the effectiveness and
may increases the adverse effects of digoxin and digitoxin, due to its
potassium lowering effect Ulbricht et al. [42,43].
Conclusion and Recommendations
In recent years, traditional uses of natural compounds, espe-
cially of plant origin received much attention as they are well tested
human use. The nutrient make up of Aloe Vera is one of a kind and
has amazing natural healing properties. Its uses are multiple and
undoubtedly, the nature’s gift to humanity and it remains for us to
introduce it to ourselves and thank the nature for its never-ending
gift. Thus, though Aloe vera has wide spectrum of the properties
and uses, some of them could be myths and some of them could be
real magic. In future, controlled studies are required to prove the
effectiveness of Aloe vera under various conditions.
Based on above conclusion the following recommendations are
forwarded:
i. Further study guided by research on therapeutic and
medicinal uses of aloe vera are required in order to advance
knowledge and to reduce adverse effects.
ii. It should be better to use herbal medicine in modern ways
rather than using traditional methods.
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