Indications
Stevia can be used as sweetener in different foods like pudding, milk products, jelly, tea, coffee, hot and cold beverage, fruit juice etc.Due to zero calorie sweetener it is an excellent preparation for the health conscious people, diabetes & obese patients. It is also suitable for everyone including children who wants to reduce calorie intake.
Therapeutic Class
Herbal and Nutraceuticals
Pharmacology
The main glycosides of stevia include stevioside and rebaudoside. Stevioside (6 to 18% in leaves) is the sweetest glycoside which has antidiabetic, sweetening & hypotensive effects.
Dosage
Normally 3 to 4 drops in a cup of tea/coffee is enough to sweeten the drink.
Interactions
Not yet known.
Side Effects
No known side effects are found.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Should be avoided.
Storage Conditions
Keep all medicines out of the reach of children. Store in a cool and dry place protected from light.