It may stimulate contractions. You should NOT take ephedra if you are in a state of anxiety or restlessness. You should NOT take ephedra if you have high blood pressure, closed-angle glaucoma, cerebral perfusion, or an enlarged prostate gland. You can become dependent on ephedra if you use it for a long time. Ephedra should be taken for short periods of time only.
Some natural remedies have the same effects as prescription medicines.
This means there is a danger of being overmedicated. If you have any unusual effects while taking any natural remedy, get advice from a doctor right away. Natural remedies and prescription medicines may interact. Lack of standardization may result in products with different strengths and effects. Lack of quality control may allow contamination of products.