Tribulus terrestris is an herbal addition, which is generally known as puncture wine or caltrop, and this name is scientifically termed by the medical experts. This herb relates with the Zygophyllaceae family and it is of perennial type. It grows mainly on the places having low moisture like warm and dry deserts and can survive even where the soil condition is poor. There are some tribulus terristris side effects, which are noticed in many people who use it. However, it is not necessary that every person who is consuming it would have negative side effects on its health.

Some of the side effects, which are noticed in many persons, are common but some are different. One of the most common side effects of tribulus terrestris, which have been noticed in the consumers of this herb is, upset digestion of stomach and feeling of nausea. It is a temporary side effect and it can be prevent by taking it with meal. Some of the women face the problem of change in voice means, tone of the voice reduces. This is caused due to the hormonal changes in body.

Another minor side effect, which is observed in many persons, is mood swing. It comes out in the form of anger. Excessive hair growth on body and face could also be experienced by the consumer of tribulus terrestris due to excess increase in testosterone hormone. One of the rare tribulus terristris side effects is damage of lungs. These side effects are caused mainly when someone eats the fruit. These side effects not caused when extracted supplements are consumed. Tribulus terristris side effects can be reduced or permanently prevented by proper intake of these herbs with meals. The right quantity is between 85 to 250 mg thrice a day. These doses should be taken after consulting with the doctor. This herb should be taken according to the prescription of doctor.

To take full benefit of this herb, this should be consumed with meals, in right proportion and balanced diet. Regular exercise and rest is also required to get positive results. If high dose is taken, of this herb, then serious health complications can occurs. It can hurt the functioning of brain, tasks of muscles and in severe cases; it can lead a person to death.

If it is consumed in right amount, then the chances of side effects of tribulus terrestris becomes less. Therefore, it is required to take this herb in an expert's supervision. This substance is prohibited for children and pregnant women, strictly. Those who are suffering from some specific medical and health problems like diabetes, blood pressure, heart diseases, asthma, high cholesterol should consume the intake of this herb as directed by the doctor.

Due to tribulus terrestris herb, many negative effects can be raised on human body like liver problem, restlessness, higher heart rate which can be noticed, especially while someone is resting, increased blood pressure which can make a sudden spike when coupled with increased heart. It is necessary to keep sight on all these symptoms. If any person is feeling any one of these symptoms, then it is required to consult with a doctor and pass through a proper treatment.