Artichoke Leaf Extract Supplement

• Artichoke Leaf Extract

People may use artichoke leaf extract because it supposedly lowers cholesterol and treats other conditions. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of artichoke leaf extract, including information on its safety, benefits, effectiveness, and more.

• Benefits of Artichoke Leaf Extract

There is some evidence that artichoke leaf extract may be beneficial for treating some health conditions. This eMedTV article describes several of these artichoke leaf extract benefits and explains how the herbal supplement may work.

• Does Artichoke Leaf Extract Work?

Artichoke leaf extract is claimed to treat several conditions, but does artichoke leaf extract work? As this eMedTV Web page explains, some research has shown that the extract may have some effective uses, such as treating IBS and heartburn.

• Is Artichoke Leaf Extract Safe?

More research is needed to determine whether artichoke leaf extract is safe. This eMedTV Web article takes an in-depth look at possible artichoke leaf extract safety concerns, including information on who should avoid using this supplement.

• Artichoke Leaf Extract Side Effects

For people taking artichoke leaf extract, side effects may include gas and allergic reactions. This eMedTV segment describes other possible side effects of artichoke leaf extract, including those that should be reported to your doctor right away.

• Artichoke Leaf Extract Dosage

This eMedTV page explains that although there are no established artichoke leaf extract dosing guidelines, some studies have used certain doses for treating various conditions. This page offers more information about artichoke leaf extract dosages.

• Artichoke Leaf Extract Drug Interactions

It is not currently known if any other drugs will cause interactions with artichoke leaf extract. This eMedTV page explains what to do to avoid possible artichoke leaf extract drug interactions and what to tell your doctor before taking the supplement.

• Artichoke Leaf Extract Overdose

An artichoke leaf extract overdose may cause gas, gallstones, or other gallbladder problems. This eMedTV page explains what to do if you think you have taken too much artichoke leaf extract and describes possible treatment options that are available.

• Artichoke Leaf Extract and Pregnancy

Women who are pregnant should probably avoid artichoke leaf extract. As this eMedTV Web page explains, clinical studies have not been done on artichoke leaf extract and pregnancy, so it is not known if this herbal remedy is safe for pregnant women.

• Artichoke Leaf Extract and Breastfeeding

This portion of the eMedTV archives explains that it is not known if artichoke leaf extract passes through breast milk. This page also discusses what you should know if you are taking artichoke leaf extract and breastfeeding at the same time.