Rue
Rue is a plant whose parts growing above ground are used to make medicine.
Despite serious safety concerns, rue is used as a medicine for a long list of ailments. Rue is used for digestive problems including loss of appetite, upset stomach and diarrhea. Rue is also used for cardiovascular problems including palpitations and arteriosclerosis. Some people use rue for respiratory problems including pain and coughing due to pleurisy. Rue is also used for other painful conditions including headaches, arthritis and cramps, as well as nervous system problems including nervousness, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis and Bell's palsy. Other uses include the treatment of fever, bleeding, hepatitis, water retention, intestinal worm infestation and cancer of the mouth. Rue is also used to kill bacteria and fungi. Some women use rue for menstrual problems, to stimulate the uterus and to induce abortion. Rue is sometimes used to treat arthritis, dislocations, sprains, bone injuries, swollen skin, earaches, toothaches, tumors and warts, as well as applied directly to the skin as an insect repellent. In food and drinks, rue is used as a flavoring agent. In industrial production, rue is used as a fragrance in soap and cosmetics.
How does rue work?
The chemicals contained in rue reduce muscle contractions and reduce inflammatory swelling.
How effective is rue?
There is not enough scientific data to say how effective rue is for menstrual problems, upset stomach, palpitations, nervousness, fever, diarrhea, respiratory problems, multiple sclerosis, Bell's palsy, arthritis, sprains, earaches, toothaches, warts and headaches. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of rue in these applications.
Safety and side effects
Rue is considered safe and harmless when consumed in normal food quantities. When used as a medicine, rue is not safe and harmless. When taken orally, rue can cause side effects such as stomach irritation, mood changes, sleep problems, dizziness, convulsions, serious liver and kidney damage and death. When applied to the skin, rue can cause skin rashes and increased sensitivity to sunlight.
Precautions and warnings
The use of rue in medicinal quantities is not safe for anyone, but some people are at increased risk of dangerous side effects:
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: taking rue during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not safe or safe for mother and child. Rue can cause contractions of the uterus, which can lead to miscarriage. For this reason, rue is used to induce abortion. However, rue also has serious effects on the mother. Some women who have tried to use rue to induce abortion have died.
Stomach and intestinal problems: Rue can aggravate existing stomach and intestinal problems. For this reason, rue should not be used if you suffer from stomach or intestinal problems.
Kidney and urinary tract problems: Rue can damage the kidneys and irritate the urinary tract. For this reason, rue should not be used if you suffer from kidney or urinary tract problems.
Liver problems: Rue can aggravate existing liver problems.
Interactions
Care should be taken when combining rue with the following medications:
Medications that increase sensitivity to sunlight
Some medications can increase sensitivity to sunlight. Rue can also increase sensitivity to sunlight. Taking rue in conjunction with medications that can increase sensitivity to sunlight could increase the risk of sunburn, blistering of the skin or rashes on skin areas exposed to the sun. For this reason, use a sunblock and wear protective clothing when spending time in the sun.
Dosage
An appropriate dosage of rue 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 rue. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.