Moringa Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Moringa against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Moringa is a dietary supplement by Thymely Solutions with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for nutritional supplement, blood sugar support, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 869 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Moringa. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Moringa by Thymely Solutions
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: organic moringa leaf. Moringa is a plant used traditionally in various cultures as a nutritional supplement.
The liquid form also includes grain alcohol and deionized water as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold doesn't establish moringa's effectiveness for any of its traditional uses — iron deficiency anemia, asthma, athletic performance, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and high cholesterol all show insufficient reliable evidence to rate it. That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means rigorous human studies aren't on file yet.
If you're considering moringa for a specific condition, talk with your doctor about what the current research shows and whether it fits your health plan.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Moringa leaf appears generally well tolerated when used as food, though high-quality safety data are limited. The most common side effect is transient diarrhea — in one trial, about a quarter of people taking 8 grams daily experienced it.
Rarely, allergic reactions including anaphylaxis have been reported, and a case of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious skin reaction) has been linked to moringa leaf consumption. Avoid medicinal amounts of moringa root and bark — they may stimulate the uterus, and safety data are lacking.
Moringa is traditionally used to boost milk supply, but safety during breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, so use caution if you're nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take thyroid medication (levothyroxine/Synthroid) — moringa may reduce how well it works. You should also flag any drugs metabolized by your liver's CYP3A4 enzyme (a very common group affecting hundreds of medications), any medications that depend on P-glycoprotein transport, and diabetes medications.
No other interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Moringa leaf is generally well tolerated as food, but if you're taking prescription medications — especially for thyroid disease, HIV, or diabetes — you need to check with your doctor or pharmacist first. The evidence for its health benefits isn't established in our data.
It's one to clear before starting, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking multiple medications.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 25, 2020.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Moringa, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Thymely Solutions |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 78833220951 |
| Net contents | 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 212055 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Moringa by Thymely Solutions, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| organic Moringa | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Grain Alcohol, deionized Water
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take 1 mL (30 drops), 1-3 times per day or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Shake well before using.
Precautions
Warnings: Keep out of the reach of children.
Formulation
100% Gluten free
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
K Parve K-1604
Formula
K Parve K-1604
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Moringa by Thymely Solutions label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Moringa by Thymely Solutions
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Organic Moringa
Interacts with869 drugs
Moringa is a nutrient-rich plant whose leaves are widely used as a food and supplement, especially in parts of the world where malnutrition is common....
Organic Moringa monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Grain Alcohol, Deionized Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Moringa by Thymely Solutions Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Moringa by Thymely Solutions does interact with several medication types, most seriously through its effects on how your body metabolizes certain drugs.
The main concern is with medications broken down by a liver enzyme called CYP3A4 — moringa may either raise or lower their levels unpredictably, which could make them less effective or cause them to build up in your system. This is a moderate-severity interaction affecting a large number of common drugs.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
You'll also want to flag levothyroxine (Synthroid, used for thyroid disease) — moringa might interfere with how well it works by blocking the conversion of thyroid hormones in your body. There's a moderate-severity risk here too.
Moringa may also affect medications that depend on a transport protein called P-glycoprotein, potentially raising their levels; and it could theoretically lower the effectiveness of drugs metabolized by another liver enzyme, CYP1A2.
On a minor level, moringa might add to the blood-sugar-lowering effect of diabetes medications, though human evidence is mixed. Nevirapine (an HIV medication) is unlikely to be significantly affected despite theoretical concerns.
Altogether, these interactions span 870 individual medications.
Run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you start, and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether moringa is safe for you to take.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Moringa interact with 869 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Moringa interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. organic Moringa
Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PhenylpropanolamineAnatuss
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PseudoephedrineRobitussin Cold, Severe Cold, Suphedrine Cold/Cough
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, PyrilamineTheracaps
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, Pyrilamine interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS Flu Liquid Gels, Non Aspirin Cold Caps, Tylenol Cold, Tylenol Flu Daytime Ex Strength, Tylenol Flu Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, HydrocodoneAnexsia, Anodynos DHC, Azdone, Co-Gesic, Doucet, Lorcet +9 more
How Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interactionAcetaminophen, Phenylephrine, ChlorpheniramineSuper Cold Tabs
How Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interactionAdagrasibKrazati
How Adagrasib interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Adagrasib interactionAfatinib DimaleateGilotrif
How Afatinib Dimaleate interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Afatinib Dimaleate interactionAlfentanilAlfenta
How Alfentanil interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Alfentanil interactionAlfuzosinUroxatral
How Alfuzosin interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Alfuzosin interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Aliskiren interactionAlmotriptanAlmogran, Axert
How Almotriptan interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Almotriptan interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaAntidiabetes Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaAntidiabetes Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlpelisibPiqray
How Alpelisib interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Alpelisib interactionAlprazolamNiravam, Xanax
How Alprazolam interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Alprazolam interactionAlvimopanEntereg
How Alvimopan interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Alvimopan interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Ambrisentan interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amiodarone interactionAmitriptylineElavil
How Amitriptyline interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amitriptyline interactionAmitriptyline, ChlordiazepoxideLimbitrol DS
How Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interactionAmitriptyline, PerphenazineEtrafon, Etrafon-A, Etrafon-Forte, Triavil
How Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, RifabutinTalicia
How Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interactionAmphotericin, TetracyclineMysteclin-F
How Amphotericin, Tetracycline interacts with Moringa — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic MoringaP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Organic Moringa + Amphotericin, Tetracycline interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Moringa with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
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Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Some in vitro research suggests that moringa inhibits cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). However, other in vitro research suggests that moringa extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes. A pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine, which is partially metabolized by CYP3A4, when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)
Theoretically, moringa leaf can antagonize the effects of levothyroxine.
Animal research suggests that moringa aqueous leaf extract might reduce serum triiodothyronine (T3) concentrations by inhibiting the peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to T3.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa leaf extract inhibits renal P-glycoprotein transport activity. So far, this reaction has not been reported in humans.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, moringa might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Animal research shows that moringa can lower blood glucose levels. However, research in humans has not shown consistent blood glucose lowering effects.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.
Nevirapine (Viramune)
Moringa leaf is unlikely to have a clinically significant interaction with nevirapine.
Nevirapine is partially metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). In vitro evidence suggests that moringa inhibits CYP3A4. However, a pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in nevirapine pharmacokinetics when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Moringa, from the product label.
Thymely Solutions
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- Thymely Solutions
- Street Address
- 104 N Court St.
- City
- Fairfield
- State
- IA
- ZipCode
- 52556
- Phone Number
- (641) 472-9815
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Sources & How We Checked
Moringa's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
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The 23 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Moringa 23 references
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- Monera TG, Wolfe AR, Maponga CC, et al. Moringa oleifera leaf extracts inhibit 6beta-hydroxylation of testosterone by CYP3A4. J Infect Dev Ctries 2008;2:379-83.
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- Monera-Penduka TG, Maponga CC, Wolfe AR, Wiesner L, Morse GD, Nhachi CF. Effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaf powder on the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine in HIV-infected adults: a one sequence cross-over study. AIDS Res Ther. 2017;14:12. doi: 10.1186/s1 PubMed
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- Nur R, Demak IPK, Radhiah S, Rusydi M, Mantao E, Larasati RD. The effect of moringa leaf extracton increasing hemoglobin and bodyweight in post-disaster pregnant women. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:79-82. DOI
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