Kambo is generally safe but should always be administered and supervised by a properly trained practitioner. Certain health conditions may contraindicate the use of Kambo, and specific situations may require special precautions. It is crucial to disclose your complete health history to your practitioner. If you have any questions or uncertainties, please ask for clarification.
Contraindications
Kambo treatment is advised against for individuals with the following conditions due to safety concerns:
- Serious heart problems
- Strokes
- Currently medicated for low blood pressure
- Brain hemorrhages
- Aneurysms or blood clots
- Serious mental health issues (excluding depression and anxiety)
- Undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy
- Taking immune suppressants for organ transplants
- Pregnant or potentially pregnant women
- Breastfeeding women (under 12 months)
- Addison’s disease
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- Severe epilepsy
- Recovering from a major surgical procedure
- Any previous esophageal tear or rupture
- Under 18 years of age
If you have any of these conditions, Kambo treatment may not be suitable for you. Please consult with your practitioner for further guidance.
Precautions
Certain situations may require special attention or considerations before, during, or after your Kambo treatment. Please inform your practitioner if you:
- Have taken Bufo Alvarius within the last eight weeks.
- Have taken Iboga within the last eight weeks.
- Have undergone a Sananga/Bëchëte dieta in the weeks prior to the session.
- Have recently participated in a multiple-ceremony retreat involving prolonged vomiting.
- Are taking immune suppressants for autoimmune disorders.
- Are taking any prescription drugs or have recently stopped any medications.
- Are using slimming, serotonin, or sleeping supplements.
- Have an active drug or alcohol addiction.
- Have engaged in long-term water fasting (7 days) before the session.
- Have undergone colonics, enemas, liver flushes, or any water-based detox within the last 3 days.
- Have had any viral conditions (e.g., Lyme disease, hepatitis, dengue).
- Have a chronic health condition.
- Have a history of bulimia or anorexia.
- Are diabetic.
- Have asthma.
- Have abnormally high or low blood pressure.
- Are undergoing fertility treatments.
- Are taking birth control pills.
Please ensure to disclose your full health history and consult with your practitioner if you have any questions or uncertainties.
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