Overview

Mountain flax is a plant. The flowering parts are used to make medicine.

Mountain flax is used for constipation and to cause vomiting, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

How does it work ?

Mountain flax might help stool move through the bowels.

Mountain flax might help stool move through the bowels.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

Insufficient Evidence for

  • Causing vomiting.
  • Constipation.
  • Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of mountain flax for these uses.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Mountain flax is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth, especially with long-term use. It can cause some side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach and intestinal swelling.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Mountain flax is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth, especially with long-term use. It can cause some side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach and intestinal swelling. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Mountain flax is UNSAFE to use during pregnancy because it can cause vomiting.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for MOUNTAIN FLAX overview.

Dosing

The appropriate dose of mountain flax depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for mountain flax. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.

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