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Marsh rue

Marsh rue is a plant whose parts growing above the ground are used to make medicine.

Marshrue is used as a gargle solution or mud rinse for diseases of the mouth and throat.

How does marsh rue work?

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

How effective is marsh rue?

There is not enough scientific data available to say how effective marsh rue is when used as a gargle or mouthwash to treat throat and mouth conditions. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of marsh rue in these applications.

Safety and side effects

There is not enough information to make a statement about whether swamp rue is safe and harmless or what side effects it may have.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Not enough is known about the use of swamp dandelion during pregnancy and lactation. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid swamp rue.

Allergies to broomrape and related plants: Marsh rue may 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 marsh rue herb.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between marsh dysentery herb and medications or supplements.

Dosage

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