THE TGA stated that medicines and herbal supplements containing the herb Withania somnifera, known as Withania and Ashwagandha, may cause adverse events such as sudden and potentially severe gastrointestinal symptoms and, in very rare cases, may be associated with liver injury.
The medicinal herb has a long history of traditional use, and can be bought without a prescription or the advice of a health professional.
About 320 listed medicines contain Withania somnifera.
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