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Delphinium

Larkspur is a plant whose flower is used to make medicine. Despite serious safety concerns, larkspur is used to treat intestinal worm infestation, water retention, poor appetite and sleep problems. In addition, larkspur is also used as a sedative to promote relaxation.

How does larkspur work?

There is not enough information available to say how larkspur might work.

How effective is larkspur?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of larkspur for intestinal worm infestation, water retention, sleep problems and poor appetite. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of larkspur in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Larkspur is not safe and harmless when used as a medicine. It can slow the heart rate, lower blood pressure and cause lung failure.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Larkspur is not safe or safe for anyone, but pregnant or breastfeeding women have the health of their baby as an additional reason to avoid larkspur.

Interactions

At this time, there is no information available on any interactions of larkspur with medications or supplements.

Dosage

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