Eucommia Bark — Safety & Interactions
Du Zhong · Cortex Eucommiae
Contraindications
- Use only with professional guidance when threatened miscarriage, back pain, or bleeding may reflect an emergency rather than a simple deficiency pattern
Cautions
- Du Zhong is generally gentle, but therapeutic use in pregnancy should still involve clinician oversight.
- Patients taking antihypertensive medicines should monitor for additive effects if using concentrated extracts.
- MSK page not found - drug interaction data not available from Memorial Sloan Kettering integrative medicine database
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antihypertensive medications - theoretical additive effect | |||
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.