Two cases of toxic hepatitis after Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. ingestion / 대한내과학회지

ABSTRACT

The desire to maintain youth and beauty has led to an increase in the use of health foods and herbs. Because Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. is thought to prevent hair loss and maintain black hair, this herb in particular has captured public interest in Korea and China. Although there have been many reports regarding the toxic effects of herbs and health foods, the potential toxicity of this herb has not yet been reported. Here, we discuss two cases of toxic hepatitis due to Polygonum multiflorum ingestion and present a review of the relevant literature.