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Plantago ovata, aloe vera, curcuma longa, garcinia cambogia, commiphora momal, terminalia chebula, piper longum

Traditional / herbal topical & internal (regulated as herbal product)

Prepared 19 Sep 2026

What it is used for

Traditional and supportive use: minor burns, skin irritation (gel). Oral latex historically used as stimulant laxative — not first-line and safety-limited. Clinical selection for Plantago ovata, aloe vera, curcuma longa, garcinia cambogia, commiphora momal, terminalia chebula, piper longum should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Traditional / herbal topical & internal (regulated as herbal product). Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.

Warnings

Do not apply gel to deep/severe burns without clinical care. Oral aloe latex may cause cramping, electrolyte loss; interactions with diuretics/antiarrhythmics possible via K+ loss.

Possible side effects

Adverse reactions vary by agent. Counsel on common predictable effects and serious warning symptoms (allergy, severe rash, jaundice, unusual bleeding, severe GI symptoms, neurological changes). Report suspected ADRs via national pharmacovigilance channels.

Storage

Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.

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