VITEX NEGUNDO (LAGUNDI)

Lagundi (scientific name: Vitex negundo) is a shrub that grows in the Philippines. It is one of the ten herbal medicines endorsed by the Philippine Department of Health as an effective herbal medicine with proven therapeutic value.

Lagundi has been clinically tested to be effective in the treatment of colds, flu, bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, and pharyngitis. Studies have shown that Lagundi can prevent the body’s production of leukotrienes, which are released during an asthma attack. Lagundi contains Chrysoplenol D, a substance with anti-histamine and muscle relaxant properties. Even in Japan, lagundi is becoming recognized as an effective herbal medicine, especially since researches have shown that it contains properties that make it an expectorant and it has been reported to function as a tonic as well. More than that, most of the parts of the lagundi plant have medicinal value.

Lagundi use is widely acceptable as safe for use for children and adults and no adverse reaction has been reported. However, moderate use is recommended for pregnant women, and treatment should not exceed one week.

There not enough information about the side effects of the concoction made from the plant itself. However, medication, in syrup, capsule or tablet form may show mild side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting.

Precautions

There may be people allergic to the lagundi plant or medication that has it as a component. In that case, you should consult your doctor first.

 

Interactions

If you’re taking Lagundi medication (pill, tablet or syrup) under your doctor’s direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call the emergency hotline right away.

 

Available brands:

  • Ascof/Ascof Forte (Pascual Lab)
  • Lagundex (La Croesus)
  • Plemex Forte/Plemex For Kids (Trevenodd Corp)
  • RiteMED StopCough (RiteMED)

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