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Botanical

Astragalus

Astragalus is a plant of the legume family whose root, huang qi, is used in traditional Chinese medicine, often together with other herbs.

Also listed as huangqi, Danggui Buxue Tang, DBT, Milk-vetch Root

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Who needs particular caution?

NCCIH advises avoiding astragalus with autoimmune disease and notes possible interactions with immunosuppressants. Pregnancy and breastfeeding safety are poorly understood; animal research raises concern about fetal harm. 1

For information, not individual medical advice. Ingredient studies do not establish the effectiveness of these products.

Sources

  1. Astragalus: Usefulness and Safety National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health