Ginger for Digestive (GI)

Medically reviewed by a licensed pharmacist · Last reviewed 5/24/2026

Dose

250mg standardized ginger extract by mouth up to 4 times daily, OR sip ginger tea, OR chew crystallized ginger as tolerated. Max 1g/day in pregnancy.

What to watch for

  • Anticoagulant use caution

Not for children under 2.

Sources

  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  • Cochrane

Where to buy

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