Ox-Eye Daisy
OTHER NAME(S): Butter Daisy, Chrysanthème Leucanthème, Dun Daisy, Golden Daisy, Goldenseal, Grande Marguerite, Great Ox-Eye, Herb Margaret, Horse Daisy, Horse Gowan, Margarita, Marguerite, Marguerite Blanche, Marguerite des Champs, Marguerite Commune, Marguerite Vulgaire, Maudlin Daisy, Maudlinwort, Moon Daisy, Moon Flower, Moon Penny, Poverty Weed, White Daisy, White Weed, Chrysanthemum leucanthemum, Ox Eye Daisy, Oxeye Daisy, Margarita de ojo de buey, Marguerite blanche
Overview
Ox-eye daisy (Chrysanthemum leucanthemum) is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are sometimes used to make medicine.
Ox-eye daisy is used for conditions of the respiratory tract, wound healing, and various other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Ox-eye daisy is sometimes known as goldenseal, but it is not the same as goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis).
Uses
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Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if ox-eye daisy is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if ox-eye daisy is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if ox-eye daisy is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Ox-eye daisy may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others.
Interactions
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Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of ox-eye daisy might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
References
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.