Clove

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 13, 2024.

What are other common names?

Caryophyllus aromaticus
Eugenia aromatica
Eugenia caryophyllata
Eugenia caryophyllus
Syzygium aromaticum
Caryophylli Flos
Caryophyllus
Clove Bud
Clove Flower
Clove Flowerbud
Clove Leaf
Clove Oil
Clove Stem
Cloves
Cloves Bud
Ding Xiang
Oil of Clove
Tropical Myrtle

What is this product used for?

Clove is a spice and is also sold as a dietary supplement. It is used by some people to ease pain, especially in the mouth. Some people use it on the skin to keep mosquitoes and other bugs away.

What are the precautions when taking this product?

Always check with your doctor before you use a natural product. Some products may not mix well with drugs or other natural products.
Do not use this product in children.
Be sure to tell your doctor that you take this product if you are scheduled for surgery or tests.
Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breastfeeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this natural product.
Do not smoke clove cigarettes. They can harm your lungs.
Take extra care if you are taking drugs to thin your blood. These are drugs like warfarin, heparin, or enoxaparin.
Take extra care if you are taking drugs to dissolve blood clots. These are drugs like alteplase, reteplase, or streptokinase.
Take extra care if you are taking drugs to help with swelling or inflammation. These are drugs like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen.
Take extra care and check with your doctor if you have:
- Bleeding problems
- Mouth or throat irritation

What should I watch for?

Rash

When do I need to call the doctor?

Signs of a very bad reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; fever; rash; hives; itching, discolored, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Go to the ER right away.
Bruising or bleeding that is not normal
Changes in menstrual periods like lots of bleeding, spotting, or bleeding between cycles

Last Reviewed Date

2023-05-25

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