Fragrant violets

The fragrant v iolet is a plant whose root and parts growing above the ground are used to make medicine.

Fragrant violet products are used for nervous tension, hysteria, physical and mental exhaustion, symptoms of the menopause such as hot flushes, depression and irritability. Fragrant violet products are also used for digestive tract complaints such as abdominal pain, inflammatory swelling of the stomach and intestines and their mucous membranes, digestive problems caused by a poor diet, flatulence, heartburn, gallbladder disorders and loss of appetite. Some people use scented violet products for respiratory conditions, sore throats, nasal congestion, coughs, hoarseness and bronchitis. Other uses include treating pain in the smaller joints, fever, skin conditions, headaches, sleep problems and tuberculosis. Fragrant violet products are sometimes applied directly to the skin for skin conditions and to cleanse the skin.

As an ingredient in herbal combination products, fragrant violet is used for respiratory problems including acute and chronic bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, pneumoconiosis, inflammatory swelling of the airways, cold and flu symptoms, hoarseness, coughing and congested airways. These herbal combination products are also used for incontinence in the elderly, bedwetting, irritable bladder and prostate disorders. Other areas of application include treating sleep problems and improving sleep.

How do scented violet products work?

Scented violet products contain chemicals that help to clear congested airways by thinning mucus and making it easier to cough up.

How effective are scented violet products?

There is not enough scientific data to say how effective fragrant violet products are for asthma, bronchitis, colds, congested airways, coughs, depression, flu symptoms, insomnia, lung problems, menopausal symptoms, nervousness, digestive problems and urinary tract problems.

Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of scented violet products in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Fragrant violet products may be safe and harmless for most people when taken orally in the recommended amounts. There are no reports of side effects to date.

There is not enough information to say whether it is safe and harmless to apply fragrant violet products to the skin.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Not enough is known about the use of scented violet products during pregnancy and breastfeeding. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should refrain from using them.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between fragrant violet and medications or supplements.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of fragrant violet products depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to determine appropriate dosage ranges for fragrant violet products. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.