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Pueraria (Ge Gen) Powder / Capsule
A traditional supplement preparation using Pueraria (Ge Gen) (Pueraria lobata), addressing high blood pressure, headache, diabetes.
supplementstcmBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily
Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.
Benefits
High Blood PressureHeadacheDiabetesFeverHangoverNeck Pain
Ingredients
- Pueraria (Ge Gen) — As needed
Instructions
- Grind dried Pueraria (Ge Gen) into a fine powder.
- Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.
Interactions & contraindications
Pueraria (Ge Gen)
Full profile- Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
- Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)
May affect blood pressure
Watch for: Antihypertensive medications (ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, diuretics)
Combined use can push blood pressure too high or too low — monitor readings if you take blood pressure medication.
May affect blood sugar
Watch for: Insulin and oral diabetes medications (metformin, sulfonylureas)
Additive blood-sugar-lowering effects can risk hypoglycemia — monitor glucose closely.