Annual bindweed

Annualbindweed is a plant whose flowering parts, root and root stem are used to make medicine. Despite serious safety concerns, annual bingeweed is used to treat constipation and water retention, as well as purulent swellings of the stomach, intestines and urinary tract.

How does annual bingewort work?

The root and root stem of annual bingeweed may act as a laxative, helping to move stool through the intestines.

How effective is annual bingewort?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of annual bingeweed for purulent inflammation, constipation, water retention, digestive tract disorders and bladder and kidney disorders. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of annual bingewort in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Annualbingeweed is not safe and harmless when the fresh plant is taken orally. It can cause diarrhea, bladder problems, paralysis, liver and kidney failure, and death.

Precautions and warnings

Although annual bindweed is not safe for anyone, some people are particularly sensitive to its toxic effects. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The use of annual bingeweed is not safe and harmless during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It contains chemicals that could harm the baby.

Plant allergies: The pollen of annual bingeweed could cause allergic reactions, runny nose and asthma in people who are allergic to annual bingeweed and related plants. Some of these plants are Mercurialis annua, Olea europaea, Fraxinus elatior, Ricinus communis, Salsola kali, Parietaria judaica and Artemisia vulgaris.

Interactions

At present, there is no information available on interactions between annual bindweed and medicines or supplements.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of annual bingeweed depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to make a statement about appropriate dosage ranges for annual binge weed. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

References

1. Garcia-Ortega P, Martinez J, Martinez A, et al. Mercurialis annua pollen: a new source of allergic sensitization and respiratory disease. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1992;89:987-93.
2. Vallverdu A, Garcia-Ortega P, Martinez J, et al. Mercurialis annua: characterization of main allergens and cross- reactivity with other species. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 1997;112:356-64.