Clove Fruit — Safety & Interactions
Mu Ding Xiang · Fructus Caryophylli
Use with caution. Practitioner review recommended before use.
Contraindications
- Yin deficiency heat patterns
- Hot-pattern vomiting or active stomach heat
Cautions
- Because some later traditional sources attribute blood-moving or labor-promoting qualities to Mu Ding Xiang, pregnancy use should be more conservative than ordinary food-spice use.
- Most modern research is indirect and species-level rather than dedicated to the fruit record itself.
- Concentrated extracts and essential oil are substantially stronger than the crude medicinal fruit.
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs - eugenol-rich concentrated preparations may increase bleeding tendency | |||
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.