Side Effects Of Ruzu Herbal Bitters

Ruzu herbal bitters (RHB) is a poly-herbal preparation that is widely taken in Nigeria. RHB is an aqueous preparation of Curculigo pilosa root (40%), Uvaria chamae stem (30%) and Citrullus colocynthis bark (40%). RHB is claimed for the management/treatment of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, arthritis and infertility among others.

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Side Effects Of Ruzu Herbal Bitters

There is no official report about the side effects of Ruzu herbal bitters by the company. They label it natural without artificial flavours or preservatives. So they expect us to go with that.

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However, we know the majority of drugs have side effects. This can only be discovered by clinic's trials. Since there are no clinical trials, we can deduce some of its side effects from the contents we know are in Ruzu herbal bitters.

Ruzu herbal bitters come with alcohol. Alcohol can lead to intoxication and drowsiness. Those in it should not operate or drive machines; the alcohol can also trigger ulcer symptoms in those with ulcer.

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They claim it is antidiabetic in nature. If that is true, then there is risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). They also claim it is a laxative. Those using it for other purposes will find diarrhea as a side effect.

All herbal bitters come with nausea and vomiting. This is because the taste is bitter which triggers reactions from users.