Which herb has contraindications of pregnancy, breastfeeding, and liver disease?

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The herb in question is known to be risky for pregnant and breastfeeding individuals as well as for those with liver problems because it can stimulate uterine activity, affect milk-related processes, and raise concerns about liver injury. Commiphora mukul, or guggul, has well-documented warnings: it is contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential uterine contractions that can lead to abortion, in breastfeeding because of unknown effects on the infant, and in liver disease due to reports of hepatotoxicity and cholestasis. This combination of three distinct safety concerns makes it the herb that fits all three contraindication categories. The other herbs listed have important cautions—such as cardiac toxicity with lily of the valley and limited safety concerns in liver disease for cinnamon and Corydalis—but they do not share all three contraindications together.