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Spigelia marilandica

Wormwood is a plant whose dried root and tuber are used to make medicine. Wormwood is used in combination with a laxative to eliminate intestinal worms.

How does wormwood work?

Wormwood is active against intestinal worms. It is used in combination with a strong laxative to remove both the worms and the wormwort from the intestines.

How effective is worm herb?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of worm herb in removing worms from the intestines. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of wormwood in this application.

Safety and side effects

The fresh root of wormwood is not safe and harmless as it contains toxic chemicals. The dried root of wormwood appears to be safe and harmless for most people when used in combination with a strong laxative for a short period of time. However, even the dried root may not be safe and harmless if not used with a strong laxative. It is important to remove wormwood from the body as soon as possible, as even the dried root may still contain some toxic chemicals.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The use of wormwood, even in dried form, is not safe or safe for pregnant women. Wormwood must be combined with a strong laxative to be effective, but strong laxatives can be harmful during pregnancy. For this reason, wormwood should be avoided during pregnancy. Not enough is known about the safety and harmlessness of wormwood during breastfeeding, so breastfeeding women should avoid wormwood to be on the safe side.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between wormwood and medicines or supplements.

Dosage

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