About bacopa monnieri
Herbal cognitive-support supplement
Used for
- Traditionally used to support memory and concentration; evidence for benefit is limited.
Usual adult dose
No well-established dose; studies use varying extracts and doses.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach cramps
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue or dry mouth
Important warnings
- Supplement strength and extract quality vary between products.
- May cause drowsiness or digestive upset.
- Evidence for treating medical conditions is limited.
Pregnancy
Safety is not established; avoid use unless a clinician recommends it.
Breastfeeding
Safety is not established; avoid use unless a clinician recommends it.
Interactions
- May increase effects of sedatives.
- May affect thyroid medicines or thyroid hormone levels.
- May interact with medicines processed by liver enzymes.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.