Horsemint
OTHER NAME(S): Bergamote Sauvage, Menthe de Cheval, Monarda Lutea, Monarde Ponctuée, Spotted Monarda, Thé d'Oswego, Thé de Pennsylvanie, Wild Bergamot, Monarda punctata, Monarde ponctuée, Menta de caballo
Overview
Horsemint (Monarda punctata) is an herb that has a bitter taste and a smell similar to thyme. The leaves are sometimes used to make medicine.
People use horsemint for digestion problems, menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea), and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Uses
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Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if horsemint is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if horsemint is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy: It is possibly unsafe to take horsemint when pregnant. It could cause a period, and that could cause a miscarriage.
Breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if horsemint is safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
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Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of horsemint 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
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.