Overview

Savin tops are the young shoots and twig tips of an evergreen shrub. The shoots, twig tips, and leaves are used to make medicine.

People have used savin tops to end a pregnancy (abortion), but there are serious safety concerns, including toxic effects and death.. Some people apply a powder made from savin tops directly to the skin to treat genital warts, but this can cause severe irritation.

How does it work ?

Warts, including genital warts, are caused by viruses. Savin tops contain chemicals that might be able to fight some viruses.

Warts, including genital warts, are caused by viruses. Savin tops contain chemicals that might be able to fight some viruses.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

Insufficient Evidence for

  • Ending a pregnancy (abortion).
  • Genital warts, when applied to the affected area.
  • Infection of the intestines by parasites.
  • Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of savin tops for these uses.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Savin tops are UNSAFE and can cause death if taken by mouth. Taking only six drops of the oil obtained from savin tops can cause death.

When applied to the skin: Savin tops and the oil obtained from them are POSSIBLY UNSAFE. They can cause blisters and severe skin irritation and damage.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Savin tops are UNSAFE and can cause death if taken by mouth. Taking only six drops of the oil obtained from savin tops can cause death.

When applied to the skin: Savin tops and the oil obtained from them are POSSIBLY UNSAFE. They can cause blisters and severe skin irritation and damage. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Savin tops are UNSAFE to take by mouth or apply to the skin if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. They might cause a miscarriage, and even small quantities can cause death.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for SAVIN TOPS overview.

Dosing

The appropriate dose of savin tops 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 savin tops. 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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