Lungmoss
OTHER NAME(S): Lungwort, Oak Lungs, Lobaria pulmonaria, Pulmonaria, Lichen Pulmonaire
Overview
Lungmoss is a kind of lichen. Lichens are organisms that are made up of fungi and algae living together. People use lungmoss to make medicine.
Lungmoss is used for breathing problems, pain and swelling (inflammation), stomach problems, and to cause sweating, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Be careful not to confuse lungmoss with Pulmonaria officinalis. Both are sometimes called lungwort.
There isn't enough information to know how lungmoss might work.
There isn't enough information to know how lungmoss might work.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Bronchitis.
- Asthma.
- Tuberculosis.
- Coughs.
- Pain and swelling (inflammation).
- Stomach Pain.
- Abnormally heavy bleeding during menstrual periods (menorrhagia).
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis).
- Arthritis.
- Diarrhea.
- Promoting sweating.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of lungmoss for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lungmoss is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lungmoss is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lungmoss is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Lungmoss overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of lungmoss 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 lungmoss. 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.
- Atalay F, Odabasoglu F, Halici M, Cakir A, Cadirci E, Aslan A, Aydin Berktas OA, Kazaz C. Gastroprotective and antioxidant effects of Lobaria pulmonaria and its metabolite rhizonyl alcohol on indomethacin-induced gastric ulcer. Chem Biodivers. 2015;12(11):1756-67.