Sundew are plants that catch insects using their sticky leaves. Dried sundew is sometimes used to make medicine.
People take sundew for various breathing problems including bronchitis, asthma, whooping cough (pertussis), cancer, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Is It Effective?
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- Cough.
- Asthma.
- Bronchitis.
- Windpipe infections.
- Cancer.
- Ulcers.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of sundew for these uses.
Is it Safe?
Sundew contains chemicals that have anti-inflammatory effects. It might also reduce spasms.
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if sundew is safe or what the side effects might be.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if sundew is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
It is not known if Sundew interacts with any medicines. Before taking Sundew, 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 sundew 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 sundew. 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.
Dew Plant, Drosera, Droséra, Drosera anglica, Droséra à Feuilles Rondes, Drosera intermedia, Drosera longifolia, Droséra à Longues Feuilles, Drosera ramentacea, Drosera rotundifolia, Drosère, Lustwort, Red Rot, Rocío del Sol, Rossolis d'Angleterre, Round-Leafed Sundew, Youthwort.
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