Possible Interactions with: Comfrey

Interactions:

There are no known scientific reports of interactions between comfrey and conventional medications. Some herbs that have also been known to cause liver problems, such as kava, scullcap, and valerian, should not be used while using comfrey ointment or cream because of the increased potential for liver damage.

Alternative Names:

Comfrey; Knitbone; Symphytum officinale

Reviewed last on: 3/15/2007
Steven D. Ehrlich, N.M.D., private practice specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, Phoenix, AZ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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Possible Interactions with: Comfrey

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