Bugle
OTHER NAME(S): Bugle Rampante, Bugula, Carpenter's Herb, Herbe au Charpentier, Herbe à la Coupure, Ivette, Middle Comfrey, Middle Confound, Petite Consoude, Sicklewort, Ajuga reptans, Ajuga
Overview
Bugle is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.
People take bugle for gallbladder disorders, stomach disorders, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
There isn't enough reliable information to know how bugle might work.
There isn't enough reliable information to know how bugle might work.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Gallbladder disorders.
- Stomach disorders.
- Swelling of the mouth and throat.
- Wounds.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of bugle for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if bugle is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if bugle is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if bugle is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if bugle is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if bugle is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Bugle overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of bugle 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 bugle. 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.
- Toiu A, Mocan A, Vlase L, et al. Comparative Phytochemical Profile, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial and In Vivo Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Different Extracts of Traditionally Used Romanian Ajuga genevensis L. and A. reptans L. (Lamiaceae). Molecules. 2019;24(8). pii: E1597.