What is Ginger?
Ginger is also known by the names Amomum Zingiber (also called Black Ginger), Ardraka, Cochin Ginger, and Ginger Essential Oil. Other names include Imber and Jengibre. Jiang Kankyo Kanshokyo Nagara Race Ginger Racine de Gingembre Rhizoma Zingiberis Recens Sheng Jiang Shoga Shokyo Shunthi Srungavera Sunth Sunthi Vishvabheshaja Alternative medicine has used ginger as a possible effective aid to treat nausea and vomiting due to HIV/AIDS medication or nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy, pain during menstruation, or joint pain from osteoarthritis. Ginger is also used to treat or reduce motion sickness and muscular pain following exercise. Research has shown ginger is not effective for treating these conditions.
Research has not proved the effectiveness of other uses, such as alcohol hangovers, migraine headaches, and nausea due to chemotherapy. Other conditions include insect bites, dry mouth, rheumatoid arthritis, and hypertension. Ginger is not proven to be effective for treating medical conditions. TGinger has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration as medicine; therefore it should never replace medication prescribed by your healthcare provider. Ginger can be bought as an herbal supplement; however, many such compounds don't meet regulated manufacturing standards and some supplements on the market have been found contaminated with toxic drugs and metals. To minimize risk and ensure quality products are acquired from reliable vendors. Ginger can also be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
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Side effects of Ginger
When symptoms of allergic reaction appear, seek medical care immediately: difficulty breathing, swelling in your lips or throat or hives. Ginger is generally considered safe when used according to the instructions, even though not all side effects are known.
Ginger may cause the following side effects:
- Heartburn, diarrhea, and stomach discomfort;
- Burping;
- Skin irritation (if applied directly)
There may be additional side effects. For medical advice regarding any potential adverse reactions, speak to your healthcare provider immediately. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Warnings
Please read and follow all instructions included with your product's packaging or label. Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, your allergies, and the medicines you are using.
Before you take this drug
Speak to your doctor before using ginger. If you suffer from certain medical conditions, this product may not be suitable for you.
If you have had or ever had:
- Blood-clotting disorders such as hemophilia can result in bleeding or blood clotting anomalies that interfere with normal bodily processes and require medical treatment to correct.
- Diabetes;
- Heart conditions include any condition that affects the heart.
Consult your doctor before using the product if you are pregnant or nursing. Never provide herbal or health supplements to children without first consulting with a healthcare provider.
How to take Ginger?
Consult your doctor before using ginger. Consult a health practitioner trained in herbal or health supplements. Use ginger only as directed by the manufacturer or your doctor. Use only the recommended amount of ginger on the package. If you can't swallow the capsule, open it up and pour out the contents into a cup or food. The mixture should be swallowed immediately, without chewing. If your symptoms don't improve or worsen, call your doctor. Tell your surgeon if you plan to have surgery that you use ginger. This product may have to be stopped at least two weeks before surgery. Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Take the next dose as scheduled.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
You should not take different types of ginger at the same time (pills or liquids). This could lead to an overdose. Avoid any activity that increases your risk of injury or bleeding. Take extra care when shaving or brushing your teeth. Ginger should not be used with herbal supplements or other products that may affect blood clotting. These include angelica (dong-quai), clove, dandelion and dandelion root, dandelion root, evening primrose ginkgo, horse chestnut, panax ginseng, red clover and willow, and saw palmetto. Ginger should not be used with herbal or health supplements that can lower blood glucose, such as alpha-lipoic acid chromium, Devil's Claw fenugreek, garlic, guar, horse chestnut, Panax ginseng, psyllium, Siberian ginseng, etc.
Interaction with other drug
You should not take ginger without consulting your doctor if you use any of the medications listed below:
- Nifedipine;
- Clopidogrel (plavix), warfarin, heparin, dalteparin (fragmin), aspirin, and alteplase; dipyridamole; and ticlopidine.
- Insulin or oral diabetes medication;
- Blood pressure medication
This list is incomplete. Ginger may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. This list does not encompass every possible drug-drug interaction.
