Grindelia

Grindelia is a plant whose dried leaves are used to make medicine. Grindelia is used for coughs, bronchitis and inflammatory swellings of the nose, sinuses and throat.

How does grindelia work?

Grindelia may help prevent the growth of bacteria.

How effective is grindelia?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of grindelia for coughs, bronchitis and inflammatory swellings of the nose, sinuses and throat. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of grindelia for these conditions.

Safety and side effects

Grindelia appears to be safe and harmless for most people. However, it can cause some side effects such as stomach upset and diarrhea.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Not enough is known about the use of grindelia during pregnancy and lactation. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid grindelia. Allergies to broomweed and related plants: Grindelia could cause allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this plant family include broomweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies and many others. If you suffer from allergies, you should consult your doctor before taking grindelia.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between Grindelie and medications or supplements.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of Grindelie 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 Grindelia. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.