Turtlehead
OTHER NAME(S): Balmony, Bitter Herb, Chelone, Galane, Galane à Épi, Galane Glabre, Hummingbird Tree, Salt-rheum Weed, Shellflower, Snakehead, Tête de Tortue, Turtlebloom, Turtle Head, Chelone glabra, Cabeza de Tortuga, Galane glabre
Overview
Turtlehead (Chelone glabra) is a plant. The parts of the plant that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.
People use turtlehead to empty the bowels, but there is no good scientific evidence to support this use.
Uses
We currently have no information for Turtlehead overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if turtlehead is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if turtlehead is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if turtlehead is safe to use when pregnant or 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 turtlehead 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
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Hocking GM. A dictionary of natural products. 2nd ed. Medford, OR: Plexus Publishing, 1997.