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Coleus

Also indexed as:Coleus forskohlii, Makandi, Forskolin
Coleus: Main Image© Martin Wall
Common names:
Makandi
Botanical names:
Coleus forskohlii

Side Effects

Few adverse effects of coleus have been reported. It should be avoided in people with ulcers, because it may increase stomach acid levels. Direct application to the eyes may cause transitory tearing, burning, and itching. The safety of coleus in pregnancy and breast-feeding is unknown.

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