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When taken by mouth: Bergamot EXTRACT is POSSIBLY SAFE when taken by mouth as a medicine, short-term. Side effects of bergamot extract are generally mild and may include dizziness, muscle cramps, or heartburn.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Diabetes: Bergamot might lower blood sugar levels. This could affect blood sugar control in people with diabetes and cause blood sugar levels to go to low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.
Surgery: Bergamot might lower blood sugar. There is some concern that it might interfere with blood sugar control during surgery. Stop using bergamot at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
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Citrus Bergamot Extract is very well tolerated and rarely presents any adverse side effects, with mild heart burn being the most commonly reported side effect. That said, it's best to consult your physician before using Citrus Bergamot Extract if you're already on prescription medications for lowering cholesterol. *
