Bitter gourd | A medicinal plant in the Akhdar encyclopedia
Studies have been conducted to control blood sugar levels, with mixed results. Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
Bitter gourd
Latin name
Momordica charantia
Common names
Bitter gourd
foreign names
Momordica charantia
The group
Cucurbitaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
Tropical Asia and Africa
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family, the scientific name Momordica charantia is used as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
Fruits, seeds, and leaves
chemical components
Charantin and polypeptide-B
Properties and medical uses
Studies have been conducted to control blood sugar levels, with mixed results.
Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the fruit, seeds, and leaves may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
It may cause hypoglycemia and should be avoided during pregnancy.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
Tropical Asia and Africa
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and species requirements of Momordica charantia are taken into account, with botanically certified propagation material obtained and collection of threatened wild species avoided.
History and Heritage
Asia and tropical Africa.
This traditional use illustrates the historical context and does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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