Winter savory is an herb. The leaves and stems are used to make medicine.
People take winter savory for early orgasm (premature ejaculation), as well as for intestinal disorders including cramps, indigestion, diarrhea, nausea, and intestinal gas. They also take it to treat cough and sore throat, reduce sex drive, and as a tonic.
In manufacturing, winter savory oil is used as a flavoring agent.
In foods, winter savory leaves are used as a flavoring agent.
Is It Effective?
There is interest in using winter savory for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Is it Safe?
Winter savory might work by increasing the production of urine (as a diuretic) and by opening (dilating) blood vessels. It is not known how winter savory might delay orgasm in men.
When taken by mouth: Winter savory is commonly consumed in foods. But there isn't enough information to know if it is safe for use in the larger amounts typically used in medicine.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Winter savory is commonly consumed in foods. But there isn't enough information to know if it is safe in the larger amounts that are used as medicine or when used on the skin. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Lithium
Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Winter savory might have an effect like a water pill or "diuretic." Taking winter savory might decrease how well the body gets rid of lithium. This could increase how much lithium is in the body and result in serious side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking lithium. Your lithium dose might need to be changed.
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
There are no known interactions with foods.
The appropriate dose of winter savory 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 winter savory. 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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