Lavender:
Side effects:
With excessive use: drowsiness, nausea, headaches.
Interactions:
May increase drowsiness when combined with sedatives.
Can interact with antidepressants, potentially leading to serotonin syndrome.
May lower blood pressure further when taken with antihypertensive medications.
Contraindications:
Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Not recommended for young boys, due to potential hormonal effects.
Avoid usage before surgery
Toxicity:
Ingesting lavender essential oil can cause nausea, vomiting and headaches.
Topical use may cause allergic reactions.