Sanicle
OTHER NAME(S): European Sanicle, Herbe aux Charpentiers, Herbe aux Chênes, Herbe de Saint Laurent, Herbe aux Vaches, Poolroot, Sanicle d'Europe, Saniculae Herba, Sanicule, Self-Heal, Wood Sanicle, Sanicula europaea, Selfheal, Sanícula
Overview
Sanicle is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used as medicine.
People take sanicle for swollen airways (bronchitis) and cough.
Be careful not to confuse sanicle (Sanicula europaea) with Prunella vulgaris, both of which are known as "self-heal." Also be careful not to confuse Sanicula europaea with Astrantia major, both of which are known as "sanicle."
Sanicle seems to thin mucus to make it easier to cough up.
Sanicle seems to thin mucus to make it easier to cough up.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Cough.
- Swollen airways (bronchitis).
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of sanicle for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Sanicle is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth. In large amounts, it may cause some side effects including stomach upset, nausea, and vomiting.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Sanicle is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth. In large amounts, it may cause some side effects including stomach upset, nausea, and vomiting.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if sanicle is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Stomach or intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, ulcerative colitis, and other digestive tract problems): Sanicle can make these conditions worse. Don't use sanicle if you have stomach or intestinal problems.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Sanicle overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of sanicle 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 sanicle. 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
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- Karagoz, A., Arda, N., Goren, N., Nagata, K., and Kuru, A. Antiviral activity of Sanicula europaea L. extracts on multiplication of human parainfluenza virus type 2. Phytother.Res. 1999;13(5):436-438.
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