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Aloe Vera (gel) Aloe barbadensis Consult health care practitioner if you are taking medications, or have a medical condition.
Angelica Angelica archangelica Not to be used during pregnancy. Avoid prolonged exposure to
sunlight. May cause photo toxicity at high doses.
Arnica Arnica montana Not to be used during pregnancy. Use internally only under the supervision of an expert qualified in the appropriate use of this substance. External use advised.
Black Cohosh Cimicifuga racemosa For external use only. Not to be used during pregnancy or while nursing.
Black Walnut (hulls & leaf) Juglans nigra Not recommended for long-term use.
California Poppy Eschscholzia californica Not to be used during pregnancy. May potentiate pharmaceutical MAO inhibitors. Not recommended for long-term use.
Catnip Nepeta cataria Not to be used during pregnancy, or nursing, external use only.
Cayenne (powder) Capsicum frutescens Avoid contact with eyes or open wounds. Not recommended for long-term use.
Cedar (eastern) Thuja occidentalis Shavings - Not to be used during pregnancy. Use only under the supervision of an expert qualified in the appropriate use of this substance.
Cedar (western) Libocedrus decurrens Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Dilute properly. Avoid if pregnant.
Chaparral Larrea tridentata Seek advice from a health care practitioner before use if you have any history of liver or kidney disease. Discontinue use if nausea, fever, fatigue or jaundice occur (e.g. dark urine or yellow discoloratoration of the eyes).
Chaparro Castela emoryi Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. Consult expert advice before use. Not for long term use.
Chaste Berry Vitex agnus-castus Not to be used during pregnancy. May counteract the effectiveness of birth control pills.
Cinnamon (powder & sticks) Cinnamomum cassia Not to be used during pregnancy.
Coltsfoot (leaf, flower) Tussilago farfara For external use only. Do not apply to broken or abraded skin. Not to be used during pregnancy or while nursing. Not recommended for long-term use.
Comfrey (leaf & root) Symphytum officinalis For external use only. Do not apply to broken or abraded skin. Not to be used during pregnancy or while nursing. Not recommended for long- term use.
Dandelion (leaf & root) Taraxacum officinalis Not recommended for long-term use.
Devils Claw (root) Harpagophytum procumbens Not recommended for long term use, or persons with stomach inflammation/ulcers, serious digestion or liver problems.
Dong Quai Angelica sinensis For external use only.
Elecampane Inula helenium Not to be used during pregnancy or while nursing. Large doses may cause vomiting, diarrhea, spasms and symptoms of paralysis.
Eucalyptus Eucalyptus spp. Not to be used by persons with inflammatory diseases of the gastro-intestinal and bile ducts or severe diseases of the liver. Do not use eucalyptus preparations on areas of the face and especially the nose in infants and young children. Not for extended use.
Gentian (root) Gentiana lutea Not to be used by persons with gastric or duodenal ulcers or when gastric irritation or inflammation is present. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or suffering from high blood pressure. Not for extended use.
Ginger Zingiber officinalis Not to be used during pregnancy. Person with gallstones or serious digestion or liver problems should consult a health care practitioner before use. Not for extended use.
Goldenrod (leaf, flower) Solidago canadensi Persons with chronic kidney disorders should consult a health care practitioner before use. Not for extended use.
Horehound Marrubium vulgare Not to be used during pregnancy, or nursing. External use only.
Horsetail Equisetum arvense Should not be used by persons with cardiac or renal dysfunction. Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing.
Jewelweed Impatiens capensis Not to be used by persons with renal problems. Not recommended for long term use.
Kava Kava Piper methysticum Not for use by persons under the age of 18. If pregnant, nursing or taking a prescription drug. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use. Do not exceed recommended dose. Excessive consumption may impair ability to drive or operate heavy equipment. Not recommended for consumption with alcoholic beverages.
Kinnikinnick Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Canadian Government regulations require this plant to be labeled “Caution”. Do not consume during pregnancy.
Lemongrass Cymbopogon citrates Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only.
Lobelia Lobelia inflata Not to be used during pregnancy. Do not exceed recommended dose. May cause nausea and vomiting. May be harmful if used incorrectly.
Motherwort Leonurus cardiaca Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. For external use only.
Mugwort Artemisia vulgaris Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only.
Myrrh Gum (pea) Commiphora myrrh Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only.
Nutmeg (nut powder) Myristica fragrans Not to be used during pregnancy. Use only under supervision of qualified expert.
Orange Peel Citrus aurantium May cause photo toxicity. Avoid prolonged exposure to sun when using.
Oregon Grape (root) Mahonia aquifolium Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only.
Osha Ligusticum porteri Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only.
Pennyroyal Hedeoma pulegioides Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only. Not recommended for persons with history of kidney stones, renal dysfunction or inflammation.
Pleurisy Root Asclepias tuberosa Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only.
Pokeroot Phytolacca americana For external use unless otherwise directed by an expert. May be harmful if used incorrectly. Proper usage information should be obtained by consulting a health professional or proper reference material.
Red Clover (leaf, flower) Trifolium pratense Not to be used during pregnancy or nursing. External use only. Not recommended for persons taking blood thinning agents.
Rhubarb Rheum palmatum Consult expert if you are taking medication.
Wormwood Artemisia absinthium May be harmful if used incorrectly. Proper usage information obtained by consulting a health professional or proper reference materials before use.
Yarrow Achillea millefolium May be harmful if used incorrectly. Proper usage information obtained by consulting a health professional or proper reference materials before use.
Product Safety Guidelines
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These guidelines are based on the American Herbal Products Association Botanical Safety Index coupled with the extensive knowledge and experience of Nia Cú Herbs and are provided to create meaningful safety classifications.
This is not intended as a complete or conclusive list. All herbs should be used in a rational and informed manner. Illness or unpleasant reactions can occur from excessive consumption, individual sensitivities and allergic reactions.
Seek qualified expert advice before using a botanical or herbal product with which you are unfamiliar.
Information and products on this website are not intended to treat, cure, prevent or diagnose any disease; nor are they intended
to prescribe in any way. Nia Cú Herbs does not take any responsibilty for your experience in using any of these products.
None of the statements on this website have been endorsed by the Food & Drug Administration.
Seek qualified expert advice before using a botanical or herbal product with which you are unfamiliar.
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