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While W* hile dandelion is generally considered safe, some people experience side effects such as heartburn, diarrhea, and upset stomach.Anyone with an allergy to dandelion, ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigold, chamomile, yarrow, daisies, or iodine should avoid use of this herb. Individuals with an inflamed or infected gallbladder, or blocked bile ducts, should also avoid medicinal use of dandelion.* Ragweed allergy: Dandelion can cause allergic reactions when taken by mouth or applied to the skin of sensitive people. People who are allergic to ragweed and related plants (daisies, chrysanthemums, marigolds) are likely to be allergic to dandelion. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking dandelion.* Antibiotics (Quinolone antibiotics) interacts with Dandelion* Lithium interacts with Dandelion* Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) substrates) interacts with Dandelion* Medications changed by the liver (Glucuronidated Drugs) interacts with Dandelion* Water pills (Potassium-sparing diuretics) interacts with Dandelion.