About Epimedium Side Effects
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Minor
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You may experience side effects such as a feeling of thirst, dry mouth, vertigo or vomiting while taking epimedium. They are not usually serious, just bothersome.
Serious
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Serious side effects may occur, including bruising easily, cuts that are slow to stop bleeding, blood in the stool, nosebleeds, bleeding in the brain or a quickening of the heart rate.
Allergies
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Allergic reactions are also possible. They include hives, a rash, swelling, itching and wheezing.
Cancer
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Patients who are living with hormone-sensitive cancers should avoid epimedium, because it may have estrogenic effects.
Overdose
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If you take too much of this herb, you may suffer from cramps, spasms, mydriasis (when your pupils excessively dilate) and respiratory depression.
Interactions
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Epimedium can interact with several medications, including blood thinners and high blood pressure medicines. Mixing these formulas may cause a drop in blood pressure or increase the risk of bleeding.
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