Nerve root is a plant that many people recognize as "lady's slipper". There are many different species of "lady's slipper", but nerve root is the most common one found in the U.S.
Nerve root is used for anxiety, insomnia, stress, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Nerve root might also be unsafe when taken in large amounts.
Is It Effective?
NatMed Pro rates effectiveness based on scientific evidence according to the following scale: Effective, Likely Effective, Possibly Effective, Possibly Ineffective, Likely Ineffective, Ineffective, and Insufficient Evidence to Rate.
- A type of anxiety marked by episodes of intense fear (panic disorder).
- A type of persistent anxiety marked by exaggerated worry and tension (generalized anxiety disorder or GAD).
- Abnormally heavy bleeding during menstrual periods (menorrhagia).
- Anxiety.
- Diarrhea.
- Emotional distressed caused by extreme focus on a physical symptom (somatic symptom disorder).
- Insomnia.
- Itching of the vagina.
- Multiple sclerosis (MS).
- Stress.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of nerve root for these uses.
Is it Safe?
Nerve root might act as a drying agent to help shrink blood vessels.
When taken by mouth: Nerve root is POSSIBLY UNSAFE for most people when taken by mouth. Taking large amounts of nerve root might cause hallucinations, giddiness, restlessness, headache, and other side effects.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if nerve root is safe. It might cause a rash in some people.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It's POSSIBLY UNSAFE to take nerve root if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid use.
It is not known if Nerve Root interacts with any medicines. Before taking Nerve Root, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
There are no known interactions with foods.
The appropriate dose of nerve root depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for nerve root. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
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