New Zealand green-lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus) is a shellfish with a green shell. It's eaten in New Zealand as food and also used in supplements.
New Zealand green-lipped mussel might contain chemicals that help decrease swelling or inflammation.
People use New Zealand green-lipped mussel for asthma, arthritis, muscle soreness, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Is It Effective?
There is interest in using New Zealand green-lipped mussel for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Is it Safe?
When taken by mouth: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly safe. New Zealand green-lipped mussel extract has been used safely for up to 10 months. It's usually well-tolerated. Some people might experience side effects such as stomach pain, gas, and nausea.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly unsafe to take by mouth during pregnancy. It might slow the development of the unborn child and might also delay birth.
Breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if New Zealand green-lipped mussel is safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Children: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly safe when taken by mouth by children aged 6-14 years.
It is not known if New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussel interacts with any medicines. Before taking New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussel, 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.
New Zealand green-lipped mussel extracts have most often been used by adults in doses of 200-400 mg by mouth daily for up to 3 months. New Zealand green-lipped mussel powder has most often been used by adults in doses of 1050-1150 mg by mouth daily for up to 3 months. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what type of product and dose might be best for a specific condition.
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