Red elm

The red elm is a tree whose inner bark, but not the whole bark, is used as a medicine.

Redelm has not yet been well studied scientifically. There is some evidence that it may help with certain cold symptoms. One study found that sucking on red elm lozenges could help relieve the symptoms of a sore throat. Rotulme contains mucilage that cannot be digested. These mucilages appear to promote regular bowel movements. A small study was able to show that red elm could help people who suffer from constipation due to irritable bowel syndrome. However, further scientific research is needed in this area. Rotulme is used for coughs, sore throats, colic, diarrhea, constipation, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, bladder and urinary tract infections, syphilis and herpes, as well as for the treatment of tapeworm infestation. Rotulme is also used to protect against stomach and duodenal ulcers, colitis, diverticulitis, inflammation of the digestive tract and excessive stomach acid. Rotulme is also taken orally to induce abortion. Rotulme is applied to the skin for wounds, burns, gout, rheumatism, ulcers, scalds, abscesses and toothache, and as a lubricant to relieve labor pains. Rotulme is also used in some baby foods and adult foods, as well as in some lozenges to relieve toothache.

How does red elm work?

Rotulme contains chemicals that can help relieve the symptoms of a sore throat. It can also cause mucus secretion, which can help with stomach and digestive tract problems.

How effective is red elm?

Rotulme is potentially effective for treating sore throats. Commercial lozenges containing red elm are preferred over the natural plant when it comes to treating coughs and sore throats, as lozenges prolong the analgesic effects. There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of rotulme for coughs, colic, diarrhea, constipation, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, bladder infections and urinary tract infections. Further investigations are required for this.

Are there any safety concerns?

Rotulme is potentially safe for most people when taken orally. When applied to the skin, Rotulme may cause allergic reactions and skin irritation in some people.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding:

Folk lore states that red elm can cause miscarriages if inserted into a pregnant woman's cervix. Over the years, red elm has gained a reputation for causing abortion even when taken orally. However, there is no reliable scientific data to support this claim. Nevertheless, pregnant and breastfeeding women should play it safe and avoid taking red elm.

Interactions with medication

Care should be taken when combining Rotulme with the following medications:

Medications that are taken orally

Rotulme contains a certain type of soft fiber, also known as mucilage. These mucilages can reduce the amount of medicinal substances absorbed by the body. Taking rotulme at the same time as taking medication can reduce the effectiveness of the medication taken. To prevent such an interaction, Rotulme should be taken no earlier than one hour after taking medication.

Can you take red elm naturally with food?

The bark of red elm is edible. Some manufacturers add red elm to lozenges, baby food and nutritional drinks.

Dosage

At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to determine appropriate dosage ranges for red elm. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.