Cypress spurge

Cypress sp urge is a plant whose flowers and roots are used to make medicine. Despite serious safety concerns, cypress spurge is used for respiratory problems, diarrhea and skin diseases.

How does cypress spurge work?

There is not enough information available to say how cypress spurge might work as a medicine.

How effective is cypress spurge?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of cypress spurge for respiratory problems, diarrhea and skin conditions. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of cypress spurge for these conditions.

Safety and side effects

Cypress spurge is not safe or harmless. The plant contains a toxic white milky liquid (white latex) and chemicals that can cause cancer. Both fresh and dried cypress spurge products are not safe and harmless. When ingested orally, cypress spurge can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, a burning sensation in the mouth, dilation of the pupils, dizziness, painful bowel movements, unconsciousness, irregular heartbeat and collapse. When applied to the skin, cypress spurge can cause rashes, reddening of the skin, itching, burning and blistering. If cypress spurge gets into the eye, it can cause swelling of the eye and eyelid and damage the cornea of the eye.

Precautions and warnings:

Although cypress spurge is not safe or harmless for anyone, some people are particularly sensitive to the harmful effects of this plant. Special care should therefore be taken in the following cases:

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: the use of cypress spurge during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not safe and harmless. Cypress spurge has harmful effects on pregnant and breastfeeding women, both when taken orally and when applied to the skin.

Diarrhea: Cypress spurge can aggravate diarrhea.

Swelling or irritation of the stomach and intestines: Cypress spurge can aggravate these conditions.

Nausea and vomiting: Cypress spurge might aggravate nausea and vomiting.

Interactions

At the present time there is no information on interactions of cypress spurge with medications or supplements.

Dosage

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