* Side effects associated with ginger are rare, but if taken in excessive doses the herb may cause mild heartburn, diarrhea and irritation of the mouth. Some of the mild gastrointestinal side effects, such as belching, heartburn, or stomach upset, may be relieved by taking ginger supplements in capsules.
*People with gallstones should consult a doctor before taking ginger. Make sure to tell your doctor if you are taking ginger and will be undergoing surgery or placed under anesthesia for any reason.
*Since ginger acts as a blood thinner, it's important to discontinue use at least two weeks before surgery and let your doctor know you've been using the herb : Do not take ginger if you have a bleeding disorder or if you are taking blood-thinning medications, including aspirin. Patients taking anticoagulants should be cautious. Avoid combination with other Herbal remedies that slow blood clotting like [[garlic]], [[chamomile]], devil’s claw, [[papaya]], [[Ginkgo Biloba]], [[Red Clover]] and Asian or Siberian [[ginseng]] and [[coumarin]] containing herbs.
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