Soapwort

Red soaproot is a plant that got its name from the fact that Franciscan and Dominican monks considered soaproot to be a divine gift intended to keep them clean. Red soaproot is used as a medicine. Red soap root should not be confused with white soap root. Red soap root is used for bronchitis. Sometimes red soap root is applied directly to the skin to treat acne, psoriasis, eczema, boils and the effects of skin contact with poison ivy. In industrial production, red soap root is used as an ingredient in soap, herbal shampoos and solvents. Red soap root is also used as a foaming agent in beer.

How does red soap root work?

Red soap root contains chemicals that may thin mucus and make it easier to cough up.

How effective is red soap root?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of red soap root for bronchitis, as well as when applied to the skin for acne, psoriasis, eczema, boils and for treating the effects of skin contact with poison ivy. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of red soap root in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Red soap root appears to be safe and harmless for most people when used on the skin. There are no reports of side effects when red soap root is used in soap or shampoo. Red soap root may be safe and harmless when taken orally. However, it may cause some side effects including stomach irritation, nausea and vomiting.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Not enough is known about the use of red soaproot during pregnancy and lactation. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid red soap root. Gastrointestinal disorders such as stomach ulcers or irritable bowel syndrome: Red soap root can aggravate these problems, so red soap root should not be taken if you suffer from stomach or intestinal problems.

Interactions

At this time, there is no information on interactions of red soaproot with medications or supplements.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of red soap root depends on various factors such as age, health status and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to determine appropriate dosage ranges for red soap root. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.