White dead nettle
White deadnettle is a plant that is used in the production of medicine. White deadnettle is used to treat mild inflammatory swellings of the upper respiratory tract. It is also used as a sedative due to its calming effect.
White dead nettle is sometimes applied directly to the affected areas for mild inflammation of the mouth, throat and skin, as well as vaginal discharge.
How does white dead nettle work?
White dead nettle contains chemicals that help to reduce swelling and loosen mucus.
How effective is white dead nettle?
There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of white dead nettle on inflammatory swellings of the upper respiratory tract, as well as when used directly on the affected areas for sore throats, inflammation of the skin and vaginal discharge.
Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of white dead nettle in these applications.
Safety and side effects
The use of white dead nettle appears to be safe and harmless for most people when taken orally. However, there is not enough information on whether it is safe and harmless to use white dead nettle on the skin or other areas of the body.
Precautions and warnings
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Not enough is known about the use of white dead nettle during pregnancy and breastfeeding. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid benzoin.
Interactions
At present, there is no information on interactions between white deadnettle and medicines or supplements.
Dosage
An appropriate dosage of white deadnettle depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At present, there is insufficient scientific data to be able to make a statement about appropriate dosage ranges for white dead-nettle. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.