Sweet umbel

The sweet umbel, also known as myrrh chervil and by its Latin names Myrrhis odorata and Scandix odorata, is a plant that is used to make medicine. The sweet umbel is used as a tonic for asthma and other respiratory problems, coughs, digestive problems, chest and throat complaints, as well as disorders of the urinary tract. It is also used as a so-called blood purifier. Sweet umbel is sometimes applied directly to the skin to treat gout.

How does sweet umbel work?

There is not enough information available to say how sweet umbel might work as a medicine.

How effective is sweet umbel?

There is not enough scientific data available to say how effective sweet umbel is for asthma, congested airways, digestive problems and urinary tract disorders, and when applied to the skin for gout. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of sweet umbel in these applications.

Safety and side effects

There is not enough information to say whether sweet umbel is safe and harmless or what side effects it may have.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Not enough is known about the use of sweet umbel during pregnancy and lactation. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should refrain from using it.

Interactions

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

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of sweet umbel 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 sweet umbel. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.