Title: Magnolia Bark Extract: Benefits, Side Effects & Dosage
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Content: Take caution and speak with a healthcare provider. Barbiturates
Common barbiturate compounds such as mephobarbital, pentobarbital, secobarbital and amobarbital can cause extreme drowsiness because they are sedative medications. Be careful taking magnolia extract with any barbiturates and consult a doctor to determine a safe combination. Anticoagulants
Anticoagulants, also called blood thinners, are drugs that slow blood clotting. Magnolia extract may also slow blood clotting. Taking magnolia extract in conjunction with anticoagulants can increase the risk of bruising and internal bleeding. Dosage for Magnolia Extract
Magnolia is generally safe for consumption, barring certain exceptions. However, there are few clinical studies to determine an effective dose and relative toxicity levels in humans. One study found that a toothpaste with 0.3 percent magnolia extract sufficiently reduced plaque and gingivitis by 60 percent ( x ). Another study showed that 94 percent of participants tolerated a 50 mg preparation with no side effects over a 24 week period.