Overview

Graviola (Annona muricata) is a small tree native to tropical regions. It makes edible fruit and has been used traditionally for parasite infections.

Graviola contains chemicals that might help fight against cancer, as well as bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

People use graviola for human papilloma virus (HPV), bacterial infections, cancer, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. It also might be unsafe.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for GRAVIOLA overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Graviola is possibly unsafe. Taking larger amounts of the fruit or regularly drinking tea made from the leaves has been linked to movement disorders similar to Parkinson disease.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Graviola is possibly unsafe. Taking larger amounts of the fruit or regularly drinking tea made from the leaves has been linked to movement disorders similar to Parkinson disease.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Do not use graviola. It is possibly unsafe when taken by mouth.

Parkinson disease: Graviola might make the symptoms of Parkinson disease worse.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Carbamazepine (Tegretol) interacts with GRAVIOLA

    Graviola may reduce how much carbamazepine is in the body. Taking graviola with carbamazepine might decrease the effects of this medication.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of graviola might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.

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