What are the common indications and contraindications of bitters?

December 14, 2020 4:15 am Published by

Bitter are used in conditions where stimulation of the digestive tract is indicated, such as:

  • Dyspepsia, hypochlorhydria, anorexia 
  • Biliary insufficiency, biliary dyskinesia
  • Atonic constipation

They should be avoided in conditions where stimulation of the digestive tract is contraindicated, such as:

  • Gastritis, hypochlorhydria, peptic ulcer disease, GERD
  • Acute cholelithiasis
  •  Biliary obstruction
  • Acute diarrhea

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This post was written by Omar Rifai