White dead nettle flower is a plant that looks like stinging nettle but doesn't cause stinging when touched. It is used to make medicine.
People use white dead nettle flower for conditions such as eczema, sore throat (pharyngitis), abnormally heavy bleeding during menstrual periods (menorrhagia), and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don't confuse white dead nettle flower with stinging nettle.
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.
- Abnormally heavy bleeding during menstrual periods (menorrhagia).
- Eczema.
- Long-term swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs (chronic bronchitis).
- Skin inflammation.
- Sore throat (pharyngitis).
- Swelling (inflammation) of the upper airways.
- Vaginal discharge.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of white dead nettle flowers for these uses.
Is it Safe?
White dead nettle flowers contain chemicals that help reduce swelling and break up mucus.
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if white dead nettle flower is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if white dead nettle flower 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 white dead nettle flower is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
It is not known if White Dead Nettle Flower interacts with any medicines. Before taking White Dead Nettle Flower, 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 white dead nettle flower 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 white dead nettle flower. 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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