Maidenhair fern

Maidenhair fern is a plant that is used to make medicine. Maidenhair fern is used for bronchitis, coughs, whooping cough and heavy menstrual periods with cramps. It is also used to clear blocked airways. Some people apply maidenhair fern directly to the scalp for hair loss and to achieve a darker hair color.

How does maidenhair fern work?

There is not enough information available to say how maidenhair fern might work as a medicine.

How effective is maidenhair fern?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of maidenhair fern for bronchitis, cough, whooping cough, menstrual problems and hair loss. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of maidenhair fern in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Maidenhairfern may be safe and harmless when used in the small amounts found in food. There is insufficient information on whether maidenhair fern is safe and harmless when used in larger quantities as a medicine. There are reports that large amounts can cause vomiting in some people.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: It is not safe to use maidenhair fern during pregnancy. Maidenhair fern can cause vomiting in large quantities. Not enough is known about the safety and harmlessness of maidenhair fern during breastfeeding, so breastfeeding women should avoid using maidenhair fern to be on the safe side.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between maidenhair fern and medications or supplements.

Dosage

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