Noni

What is it?
Noni is an herbal medicine used for diarrhea, upset stomach, constipation, indigestion, intestinal worm infections, sinus infections and pressure, sore throat, and urinary tract infections. Other uses include chronic pain, gum disease, wounds, acne, tuberculosis, and influenza. It may also be used as a general tonic.

Other names for Noni include: Morinda citrifolia, Caribe, Hog apple, Indian Mulberry, Menkoedoe, Mengkudu, Mulberry, Nhau, Nono, Nonu, and Wild pine.

Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you need more information about this medicine or if any information in this leaflet concerns you.

Before Using:
Tell your doctor if you

• are taking medicine or are allergic to any medicine (prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) or dietary supplement)
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine
• are breastfeeding
• have other health problems, such as high blood pressure or heart or blood vessel disease

Dosage:
Talk with your caregiver about how much Noni you should take. The amount depends on the strength of the medicine and the reason you are taking Noni. If you are using this medicine without instructions from your caregiver, follow the directions on the medicine bottle. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than the directions tell you to.

To store this medicine:
Keep all medicine locked up and away from children. Store medicine away from heat and direct light. Do not store your medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down and not work the way it should work. Throw away medicine that is out of date or that you do not need. Never share your medicine with others.

Warnings:

• Before taking Noni, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Use of Noni if you have chronic kidney problems may cause an increase in potassium that may cause other health problems (1)

Side Effects:
Stop taking your medicine right away and talk to your doctor if you have any of the following side effects. Your medicine may be causing these symptoms which may mean you are allergic to it.

• Breathing problems or tightness in your throat or chest
• Chest pain
• Skin hives, rash, or itchy or swollen skin

References:
1. Mueller B, Scott M, Sowinski K et al: Noni juice (Morinda citrifolia): hidden potential for hyperkalemia? Am J Kidney Dis 2000; 35(2):310-312.