HYDRANGEA Overview Information
Hydrangea is a plant. The root and rhizome (underground stem) are used to make medicine.
Hydrangea is used for urinary tract problems such as infections of the bladder, urethra and prostate; enlarged prostate; and kidney stones. It is also used for hay fever.
How does it work?
The chemicals in hydrangea may cause increased urine output, which could help some urinary tract problems.
HYDRANGEA Uses & Effectiveness 
Insufficient Evidence for:
- Enlarged prostate.
- Prostate infections.
- Bladder infections.
- Urethral infections.
- Kidney stones.
- Hay fever.
- Other conditions.
HYDRANGEA Side Effects & Safety
Hydrangea is safe for most people when used only for a few days. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, and chest tightness.
It’s UNSAFE to use more than two grams of dried hydrangea rhizome/root at a time. It is also UNSAFE to use hydrangea for long period of time.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of hydrangea during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.HYDRANGEA Interactions
Moderate Interaction Be cautious with this combination
- Lithium interacts with HYDRANGEA
Hydrangea might have an effect like a water pill or "diuretic." Taking hydrangea might decrease how well the body gets rid of lithium. This could increase how much lithium is in the body and result in serious side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking lithium. Your lithium dose might need to be changed.
HYDRANGEA Dosing
The appropriate dose of hydrangea 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 hydrangea. 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.
