Winter Savory
OTHER NAME(S): Herbe de Saint Julien, Mountain Savory Oil, Poivre d'Âne, Sadrée, Sarriette, Sarriette des Montagnes, Sarriette Vivace, Savory, Savourée, Satureja montana, Satureja obovata, Calamintha montana, Ajedrea, Sarriette Des Montagnes
Overview
Winter savory is an herb. The leaves and stems are used to make medicine.
People take winter savory for early orgasm (premature ejaculation), as well as for intestinal disorders including cramps, indigestion, diarrhea, nausea, and intestinal gas. They also take it to treat cough and sore throat, reduce sex drive, and as a tonic.
Winter savory might work by increasing the production of urine (as a diuretic) and by opening (dilating) blood vessels. It is not known how winter savory might delay orgasm in men.
In manufacturing, winter savory oil is used as a flavoring agent.
In foods, winter savory leaves are used as a flavoring agent.
Winter savory might work by increasing the production of urine (as a diuretic) and by opening (dilating) blood vessels. It is not known how winter savory might delay orgasm in men.
Uses
We currently have no information for Winter Savory overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Winter savory is commonly consumed in foods. But there isn't enough information to know if it is safe for use in the larger amounts typically used in medicine.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Winter savory is commonly consumed in foods. But there isn't enough information to know if it is safe for use in the larger amounts typically used in medicine.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Winter savory is commonly consumed in foods. But there isn't enough information to know if it is safe in the larger amounts that are used as medicine or when used on the skin. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Interactions
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
- Lithium interacts with Winter SavoryWinter savory might have an effect like a water pill or "diuretic." Taking winter savory might decrease how well the body gets rid of lithium. This could increase how much lithium is in the body and result in serious side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking lithium. Your lithium dose might need to be changed.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of winter savory 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 winter savory. 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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- Sanchez de Rojas VR, Somoza B, Ortega T, et al. Vasodilatory effect in rat aorta of eriodictyol obtained from Satureja obovata. Planta Med 1999;65:234-8.
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
- Sansalone S, Russo GI, Mondaini N, Cantiello F, Antonini G, Cai T. A combination of tryptophan, Satureja montana, Tribulus terrestris, Phyllanthus emblica extracts is able to improve sexual quality of life in patient with premature ejaculation. Arch Ital Urol Androl. 2016;88(3):171-176.
- Zavatti M, Zanoli P, Benelli A, Rivasi M, Baraldi C, Baraldi M. Experimental study on Satureja montana as a treatment for premature ejaculation. J Ethnopharmacol. 2011;133(2):629-33.
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- Rezende DADCS, Oliveira CD, Batista LR, et al. Bactericidal and antioxidant effects of essential oils from Satureja montana L., Myristica fragrans H. and Cymbopogon flexuosus. Lett Appl Microbiol 2022;74(5):741-751.
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- Abdelshafeek KA, Osman AF, Mouneir SM, Elhenawy AA, Abdallah WE. Phytochemical profile, comparative evaluation of Satureja montana alcoholic extract for antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and molecular docking studies. BMC Complement Med Ther 2023;23(1):108.