Wormseed (Artemisia cina) is an herb. Traditionally, the flowers are used to make medicine, but it is considered toxic and unsafe.
Wormseed contains a chemical that might kill worms that live as parasites in the stomach and intestines.
People use wormseed for parasite infections, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use. Using wormseed can also be unsafe.
Don't confuse wormseed with plants with similar common names, including Artemisia herba-alba, mugwort, sweet annie, wormwood, or levant berry. These are not the same.
Is It Effective?
There is interest in using wormseed 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: Wormseed is unsafe. Symptoms of poisoning are possible even in low amounts. These symptoms include diarrhea, vision problems, kidney problems, muscle twitching, seizures, and death.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Wormseed is unsafe for anyone to use, including those who are pregnant or breast-feeding. It is very poisonous.
Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Wormseed may cause an allergic reaction in people who are allergic to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others.
It is not known if Wormseed interacts with any medicines. Before taking Wormseed, 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.
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of wormseed might be. Wormseed is poisonous when consumed in small amounts.
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