Dog parsley

Parsley is a plant whose parts growing above the ground are used to make medicine. Despite serious safety concerns, dog parsley is used for stomach and intestinal problems, cholera, diarrhea and seizures.

How does dog parsley work?

There is not enough information available to say how dog parsley might work as a medicine.

How effective is dog parsley?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of dog parsley for stomach and intestinal problems, diarrhea and seizures. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of dog parsley for these conditions.

Safety and side effects

Parsley is not safe or harmless. Dog parsley should be avoided as it can cause serious, potentially life-threatening poisoning. Dog parsley got its name because it looks very similar to young garden parsley. Care should be taken not to confuse these two plants as dog parsley is poisonous.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The use of dog parsley is not safe for anyone, including pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Interactions

At this time, there is no information on interactions of dog parsley with medications or supplements.

Dosage

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