Spice · India

Long Pepper

Piper longum

SpiceIndiaMedium potency

Traditional Uses

Traditionally used for breathingDigestive stimulantImmune boosterTraditionally used for pain

Traditionally used for

respiratory digestion immunity pain metabolism

Traditionally prepared as

Traditional use is with honey for respiratory issues. Use in Ayurvedic preparations. Amounts and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.

This describes how the plant has traditionally been prepared. It is not a dose, and not a recommendation for you. Amounts that suit one person can be wrong for another, and wrong alongside a medicine. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.

Safety profile

Avoid in high blood pressure and pregnancy.

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