Overview

Calumba (Jateorhiza palmata) is an herb. The root has been used as an ingredient in bitters and has also been used to make medicine.

Calumba might help to relax the muscles in the intestinal tract. It might also increase the amount of acid released in the stomach.

People take calumba for various gastrointestinal conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for CALUMBA overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if calumba is safe. Very large doses may cause vomiting and stomach pain.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if calumba is safe. Very large doses may cause vomiting and stomach pain.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if calumba is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions ?

    Minor Interaction

    Be watchful with this combination

  • Antacids interacts with CALUMBA

    Antacids are used to decrease stomach acid. Calumba can increase stomach acid. Taking calumba might decrease the effects of antacids.

  • Medications that decrease stomach acid (H2-Blockers) interacts with CALUMBA

    H2-blockers are used to decrease stomach acid. Calumba can increase stomach acid. Taking calumba might decrease the effects of H2-blockers.

    Some common H2-blockers include cimetidine (Tagamet), ranitidine (Zantac), and famotidine (Pepcid).

  • Medications that decrease stomach acid (Proton pump inhibitors) interacts with CALUMBA

    Proton pump inhibitors are used to decrease stomach acid. Calumba can increase stomach acid. Taking calumba might decrease the effects of proton pump inhibitors.

    Some common proton pump inhibitors include omeprazole (Prilosec), lansoprazole (Prevacid), rabeprazole (Aciphex), pantoprazole (Protonix), and esomeprazole (Nexium).

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of calumba 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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