Uses

Hoodia gordonii is a cactus-like succulent plant, native to the Kalahari Desert in Southern Africa.Hoodia has received a lot of publicity in recent times for its natural appetite suppressant properties.
The appetite suppressant effects of Hoodia were first observed in 1937 by a Dutch anthropologist studying the primitive San Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert.

How should this medicine be used?  

Take Hoodia as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.Store Hoodia as directed on the package.

What special precautions should I follow?  

Do not take Hoodia without first talking to your doctor if you have
diabetes,
heart disease or high blood pressure,
a bleeding or blood clotting disorder,
anorexia, bulimia or any other eating disorder.
Talk to your doctor before taking Hoodia if you have any other medical conditions, allergies (especially to plants), or if you take other medicines or herbal/ health supplements.
Do not take Hoodia without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant.
Do not take Hoodia without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
There is no information available regarding the use of Hoodia by children. Do not give any herbal/ health supplement to a child without first talking to the child's doctor.
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?  
Store Hoodia as directed on the package.

In case of emergency/overdose  

Seek emergency medical attention.

What other information should I know? 

 
Do not take Hoodia without first talking to your doctor if you have diabetes or if you are taking a medicine to control your blood sugar levels,
have any heart problems or take any heart medicines,
have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder or are taking a medicine to increase or decrease the clotting of your blood such as aspirin, warfarin (Coumadin), or heparin,
have anorexia, bulimia or any other eating disorder.

Disclaimer

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