Mechanism of action: Ginger ballicule
Visual mnemonic: Ginger mascot
“Ginger Zinger-giver”
What it isCulinary rhizome used for nausea.
Why this oneHas modest evidence in pregnancy nausea and motion sickness, and is safe in pregnancy.
What limits itWeak effect. Mild antiplatelet activity matters only alongside anticoagulants.
Molecular structure: Ginger
Used for
- herbal for nausea (supplement)
- nausea of pregnancy
- motion sickness
- chemotherapy-induced nausea
Principal riskWeak effect
Classes and tags
Clinical profile
Therapeutic safety burden1 / 4
Overdose danger0 / 4
Weight-gain liability0 / 4
Sedation liability1 / 4
QT / Torsades0 / 4
Direct muscarinic antagonism0 / 4
Embryofetal risk1 / 4
Defining liabilityGastrointestinal upset and preparation-dependent interactions
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Self-check
- How strong is the stated evidence for ginger in pregnancy nausea?
Modest. - When does ginger’s mild antiplatelet activity matter here?
Alongside anticoagulants.