American Adder’s Tongue
OTHER NAME(S): Ail-Doux, Ail Doux, Dog's Tooth Violet, Érythrone d'Amérique, Erythronium, Lamb's Tongue, Langue de Serpent, Lengua de Serpiente Americana, Rattlesnake Violet, Serpent's Tongue, Snake Leaf, Yellow Snakeleaf, Yellow Snowdrop, Erythronium americanum, American Adders Tongue, Lambs Tongue, Serpents Tongue, Snakeleaf, Yellow Snake Leaf, Dogs Tooth Violet, Lengua De Vibora Americana, Érythrone D’amérique
Overview
American adder's tongue is a plant. The leaves and fleshy roots (tubers) are used to make medicine.
American adder's tongue is used to treat skin ulcers and to induce vomiting, but there is no good scientific evidence to support its use for any condition.
Don't confuse American adder's tongue (Erythronium americanum) with English adder's tongue (Ophioglossum vulgatum).
There isn't enough reliable information to know how American adder's tongue might work as a medicine.
There isn't enough reliable information to know how American adder's tongue might work as a medicine.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- To induce vomiting.
- Skin softener.
- Skin ulcers.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of American adder's tongue for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if American adder's tongue is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if American adder's tongue is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if American adder's tongue is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if American adder's tongue is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if American adder's tongue is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Plant allergies: People who are allergic tulips, lilies, and related plants may also have an allergic reaction to American adder's tongue.
Interactions
We currently have no information for American Adder's Tongue overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of American adder's tongue depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for American adder's tongue. 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 your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
References
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.