Vetiver

Vetiver is a plant whose root is used to make medicine.

Vetiver is used for nerve problems and circulatory problems. Some women use vetiver to induce menstruation or to induce abortion. Vetiver is sometimes applied directly to the skin to relieve stress, emotional trauma or shock, as well as to combat lice and as an insect repellent. Vetiver is sometimes inhaled as part of aromatherapy for nervousness, sleep problems and rheumatic muscle and joint pain. In industrial production, vetiver is used as a flavoring agent in alcoholic beverages.

How does vetiver work?

Vetiver contains an oil that repels insects. It is not known how vetiver could work as a medicine.

How effective is vetiver?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of vetiver taken orally for nerve problems and circulatory problems, as well as when used to induce abortion, vetiver applied to the skin for stress, to fight lice and to repel insects, and vetiver inhaled for rheumatic muscle and joint pain and sleep problems. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of vetiver in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Vetiver is safe and harmless when taken in normal food quantities and potentially safe and harmless for most people when taken orally in medicinal quantities. However, the potential side effects of vetiver are not known.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Vetiver is not safe to take during pregnancy. Vetiver can cause miscarriages. It is also best to avoid vetiver while breastfeeding, as its effects on the breastfed child are unknown.

Interactions

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

Dosage

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