Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you suffer from any of the following: impaired liver function, kidney disease, diabetes, gallbladder disease, gout, peptic ulcer disease, or if you are taking any of the following medications: blood thinners, anticoagulant/antiplatelets, antidiabetics, statins or transdermal nicotine. Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.