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The marsh marigold is a plant whose flowering parts, which grow above ground, are used to make medicine.

Despite serious safety concerns, marsh marigold is used for pain, cramps, menstrual disorders, bronchitis, jaundice and liver problems. Marsh marigold is also used for constipation, water retention, high cholesterol levels and low blood sugar. Some people apply marsh marigold directly to the skin to clean wounds and ulcers.

How does marsh marigold work?

There is not enough information available to say how marsh marigold might work as a medicine.

How effective is marsh marigold?

There is not enough scientific data to say how effective marsh marigold is for pain, cramps, menstrual disorders, bronchitis, liver problems, constipation, water retention, high cholesterol and low blood sugar levels, and when applied to the skin to cleanse ulcers. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of marsh marigold in these applications.

Safety and side effects

Fresh marsh mar igold is not safe or harmless. It can cause diarrhea and severe irritation of the stomach, intestines, bladder and kidneys. If marsh marigold comes into contact with the skin, it can cause blisters and burns. There is not enough information on whether dried marsh marigold is safe when taken orally or applied to the skin.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: The use of fresh marsh marigold or its plant components is not safe during pregnancy and lactation. Nothing is known about the safety of the dried plant. It is therefore best for pregnant and breastfeeding women to avoid using marsh marigold altogether.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between marsh marigold and medications or supplements.

Dosage

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