Pasque Flower (May Flower, Pulsatilla) |
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Basic Information
Biological name (genus and species):
Anemone pulsatilla
Parts used for medicinal purposes:
Petals/flower
Roots
Chemicals this herb contains:
Anemone camphor
Ranunculin
Tannins (See Glossary)
Volatile oils (See Glossary)
KNOWN EFFECTS
Irritates mucus membranes.
Shrinks tissues.
Prevents secretion of fluids.
Decreases thickness and increases fluidity of mucus from lungs
and bronchial tubes.
Interferes with absorption of iron and other minerals when
taken internally.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Treats menstrual disorders.
Depresses sexual excitement.
Increases sexual strength.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan pregnancy in
the near future.
Have any chronic disease of the gastrointestinal tract, such as
stomach or duodenal ulcers, esophageal reflux (reflux
esophagitis), ulcerative colitis, spastic colitis,
diverticulosis, diverticulitis.
Consult your doctor if you:
Take this herb for any medical problem that doesn't improve in
2 weeks. There may be safer, more-effective treatments.
Take any medicinal drugs or herbs including aspirin, laxatives,
cold and cough remedies, antacids, vitamins, minerals, amino
acids, supplements, other prescription or non-prescription
drugs.
Pregnancy:
Dangers outweigh any possible benefits. Don't use.
Breast-feeding:
Dangers outweigh any possible benefits. Don't use.
Infants and children:
Treating infants and children under 2 with any herbal
preparation is hazardous.
Others:
None expected if you are beyond childhood and under 45,
basically healthy and take for only a short time.
Storage:
Keep cool and dry, but don't freeze. Store safely away from
children.
Safe dosage:
At present no "safe" dosage has been established.
TOXICITY
Rated slightly dangerous, particularly in children, persons over
55 and those who take larger than appropriate quantities for
extended periods of time.
For symptoms of toxicity: See ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE
EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS section below.
ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS
| Signs and symptoms: |
What to do: |
| Abdominal pain |
Discontinue. Call doctor |
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when convenient. |
| Diarrhea |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Kidney damage characterized by |
Seek emergency treatment. |
| blood in urine, decreased urine |
| flow, swelling of hands and feet |
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| Nausea |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Vomiting |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
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