A26CJ8HMRNJR Although herbal remedies are safe to use, but the use of arbitrarily without pay attention to the substance owned by the herb also the usage and doses, it can cause negative effect for patients. A classic example can be taken is the use of Dringo (Acorus Calamus) or more known as sweet grass.

Traditionally, Dringo often used as a sedative and to cope with stress. Dringo have asaron bioactive compounds, which consisted of two isomers of alpha and beta-asaron. These compounds have chemical structures similar to amphetamine class compounds and ecstasy.

Dringo in low doses can be given effect on muscle relaxation and sedative effects (tranquilizers) in the central nervous system. But if used in high doses, it will have the opposite effect, namely increased mental activity or popularly called psychoactive. beta-asaron on Dringo is one of the naturally occurring compounds that have the potential to be carcinogenic or cancer triggers.

Dringo usage for long periods, can increase the risk of cancer, if the antibodies the body can not eliminate the carcinogenic effects of Dringo. The results of experimental studies in animals showed Dringo can cause genotoxic effects (toxic genes), causing cells to grow abnormally and produce a tumor or cancer.

In addition Dringo/sweet grass also causes fluid buildup in the abdomen, depression, changes in heart and liver, as well as harmful to the intestines. Based on these scientific facts, then of the Federal Drugs Administration (FDA) has banned the use of Dringo internally, because more negative effects than positive effects.