Indian Iphigenia Bulb — Safety & Interactions
Cao Bei Mu · Bulbus Iphigeniae Indicae
Use with caution. Practitioner review recommended before use.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Weak patients without phlegm, toxin, nodules, or fixed masses
- Spleen and Stomach deficiency with loose stools or poor appetite
Cautions
- Cao Bei Mu is a toxic regional bulb and should not be equated with the gentle, food-grade, or moistening fritillarys sold as Chuan Bei Mu or Bai He.
- Reported toxicity concern centers on colchicine-type alkaloids, which can irritate the GI tract and in excess injure neuromuscular, marrow, hepatic, or renal function.
- Alias confusion is common in regional markets; distinguish this herb from the separate Shan Ci Gu / Cremastra-Pleione entry and from non-toxic edible lily bulbs.
- MSK page not found - interaction guidance is inferred from colchicine pharmacology and related toxic-bulb literature rather than a dedicated clinical monograph.
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | Colchicine pharmacology literature applied to Iphigenia indica alkaloid risk | ||
| High | Colchicine pharmacology literature applied to Iphigenia indica alkaloid risk | ||
| Moderate | Colchicine pharmacology literature applied to Iphigenia indica alkaloid risk |
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified practitioner before any use.
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal medicines, especially if you take prescription medications.