Andrachne aspera, Andrachne cordifolia, Andrachne phyllanthoides.
Andrachne is a plant. It is used to make medicine, primarily in Yemen. People in Yemen use andrachne to treat eye swelling (inflammation).
How does it work?
There isn't enough information to know how andrachne might work as a medicine.
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- Eye swelling (inflammation).
- Other conditions.
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Next to red peppers, you can get the most vitamin C from ________________. See AnswerThe appropriate dose of andrachne depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for andrachne. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
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