Respiratory: cold symptoms; sinusitis, allergy, may help shortness of breath secondary to  infection and asthma

Cardiovascular: Hypertension; possibly preventive in cardiovascular disease

Gastrointestinal: Especially known for stomach ailments: anti-nausea, diarrhea, vomiting (German Commission E); alcohol-related hepatic diseases, heartburn, indigestion, stomach ache, bacterial diarrhea, IBS, protection against ulcers, supports the digestive process, nausea and/or stomach discomfort secondary to other conditions (chemotherapy, postsurgery, coming off SSRIs and others)

Genitourinary: Decreases menstrual cramps, inflamed testicles

Musculoskeletal: Rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation, swelling, pain, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, gout, laxative, low back pain

Neurologic: Migraines; improves cognitive function in middle-aged women; improves condition in stroke and brain damage, helps prevent Alzheimer's, vertigo, Motion sickness,

Skin: Athletes foot, jock itch, baldness

Glucose: May help control glucose

Cholesterol: Reportedly decreases LDL and increases HDL

Infectious Disease: Malaria, cholera

Cancer: Possibly anticancer

Other: May prevent blood clotting, dizziness, and possibly weight loss, diuretic

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SIDE EFFECTS: Rash (topical application), increased bruising and/or bleeding (including menses), oral irritation, abdominal discomfort, gas, heartburn, diarrhea, cardiac arrhythmia (overdose), increased bleeding central nervous system depression (overdose), anaphylaxis

CAUTION/CONTRAINDICATIONS: Diabetic medications, sugar-lowering herbs and supplements, blood thinners, clotting disorders, high blood pressure, heart conditions. May interact with other medications because it can affect their metabolism (See CYP3A4)

FORMS: Fresh ginger, oils, capsule, extract, gummies, tincture, lozenges, root, gels and ointments

DOSAGES: As directed

Reported doses - often NOT supported by evidence (reported by various sources (WebMD, RxList, Epocrates, German Commission E, NIH publications and others). Read dosages and instructions carefully when available on the label.

• Aromatherapy after surgery

• Allergic rhinitis: 500 mg by mouth once daily

• COPD: 10 ml (100 mg) syrup 3 times daily (dilute in 100 m water)

• Covid-19: 1-1.5 gm by mouth 2 times daily

• Diabetes: 1.2-3 gm by mouth daily

• Dysmenorrhea: 200-250 mg by mouth 4 times daily - start 2 days before menstruation begins

• Hangover: 6 gm by mouth before drinking then, if needed, 6 gm 2 times a day for 2 days

• Dyspepsia: 1.2 gm by mouth daily (60 min before a meal)

• Erectile dysfunction: 250 mg by mouth 2 times daily

• Hyperlipidemia: 1 gm by mouth 3 times daily

• Hypothyroidism: 500 mg by mouth 2 times daily

• IBS: 150 mg by mouth 3 times daily

• Vertigo: 1 gm by mouth daily

• Ulcerative colitis: 1 gm by mouth 2 times daily

• Smoking cessation: 25 mg by mouth daily

• Rheumatoid Arthritis: 1500 mg by mouth daily

• PCOS: 500 mg by mouth 3 times daily

• Osteoarthritis: 500-1000 mg by mouth saily ot topical gel 4-5% - apply 2-4 times daily

• MS: 500 mg by mouth 3 times daily

• Migraine: 250-400 mg by mouth X1 at onset of headache

RxList also has several regimens for dysmenorrhea, osteoarthritis, and others.

*Disclaimer: The material above is for informational purposes only. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition. The uses listed above are tentative; some have or are undergoing research trials, but many are not FDA-approved. It is essential that you investigate these supplements further before deciding to use them. Check interactions and contraindications on sites like Drugs.com or WebMD. Do not attempt to treat a serious condition like liver, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart, cancer, diabetes, or thyroid issues without discussing it with a healthcare provider first. If you are pregnant, do not use supplements without discussing it with your healthcare provider.