Ubhejane
Unsafe with pregnancy
This is a herbal preparation brewed in South Africa that claims to help with the management of HIV and AIDS. There are different views on its efficacy but up till now, there has been no scientific backing for its claims
Caution
It is thought to contain up to 89 herbal ingredients of unknown qualities
Many of these will have undeclared side effects that may be harmful to the body:
- May cause liver damage
- May cause drug resistance
It is not supported by scientific evidence
Therapy for:
HIV/AIDS supportive care
Immune boosting
Comments
It was devised by Soth African Zeblon Gwala
The name is the Zulu language for 'Black Rhinoceros
It is not advisable to stop antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) in favour of Ubhejane
Initial tests on Ubhejane concludes that it is not toxic, and may have antibacterial qualities
Discuss your symptoms and concerns with the healthcare giver
Diabetes: Use with caution
Unsafe with children
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