Generic
Neem
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At a glance
Neem is a herbal medicine used for bacterial and viral skin infections, wound healing, chronic dermatitis and acne vulgaris. It has antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
Description
Neem has been used in Ayurvedic tradition for thousands of years for maintaining health and well-being. Roots, bark, gum, leaves, fruit, seed and seed oil are all used in therapeutic preparations. All parts have been used for inflammation, infections, fever, skin diseases and dental disorders. Neem seed oil contains triterpenes and tetranortriterpenes. Neem leaves contain quercetin which has antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Indications
- Bacterial and viral skin infections
- Wound healing
- Chronic dermatitis
- Acne vulgaris
Therapeutic class
Herbal and Nutraceuticals
Pharmacological class
Herbal Antimicrobial
Pharmacology
Neem contains quercetin, alkaloids, triterpenes and limonoids which exhibit antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory activity. Neem inhibits growth of Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis.
Mechanism of action
Treats bacterial and viral skin infections and aids wound healing.
Dosage
Adult Dose:
- 1-2 tablets twice daily or as prescribed by physician
Administration
- Swallow tablet whole
- Take at the same time each day
- Best taken with food
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember; skip if it's almost time for next dose; do not double the dose.
Side effects
Side Effects:
- No significant side effects
Precautions & warnings
- Not recommended during pregnancy
Contraindications
No absolute contraindications.
Drug interactions
No known interactions.
Food interactions
Take with food for better absorption.
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Not recommended during pregnancy.
Pregnancy Category: N — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Insufficient information for use during lactation; consult doctor.
Pediatric use
Safety not established in children.
Geriatric use
Safe for elderly.
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Caution in kidney disease; dose adjustment may be needed.
Hepatic Impairment: Caution in liver disease; dose adjustment may be needed.
Overdose effects
No information on overdose; symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Neem Herbal Medicine