Garden spurge

Garden spurge is a plant whose parts growing above the ground are used to make medicine. Garden spurge is used for respiratory disorders including asthma, bronchitis and congested airways. Garden spurge is also used for mucus in the nose and throat, spasms in the throat, hay fever and tumors. Some people use garden spurge as an emetic. In India, garden spurge is also used to treat worm infestation, severe diarrhea (dysentery), gonorrhea and digestive problems.

How does garden spurge work?

Some scientists have studied how garden spurge might work in animals, but there is not enough information on how garden spurge might work in humans.

How effective is garden spurge?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of garden spurge for asthma, bronchitis, coughs, hay fever, tumors, digestive problems, intestinal worm infestation and gonorrhea. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of garden spurge for these conditions.

Safety and side effects

There is not enough information to say whether garden spurge is safe and harmless When taken orally, garden spurge can cause side effects such as nausea and vomiting. You should not touch the fresh plant as it may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The use of garden spurge may not be safe and harmless during pregnancy. There is some evidence that garden spurge may cause contractions of the uterus, which could lead to miscarriage. Stomach and intestinal problems: Garden spurge can irritate the stomach and intestines. For this reason, garden spurge should not be taken if you suffer from stomach and intestinal disorders.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between garden spurge and medicines or supplements.

Dosage

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