Overview

New Zealand green-lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus) is a shellfish with a green shell. It's eaten in New Zealand as food and also used in supplements.

New Zealand green-lipped mussel might contain chemicals that help decrease swelling or inflammation.

People use New Zealand green-lipped mussel for asthma, arthritis, muscle soreness, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for NEW ZEALAND GREEN-LIPPED MUSSEL overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly safe. New Zealand green-lipped mussel extract has been used safely for up to 10 months. It's usually well-tolerated. Some people might experience side effects such as stomach pain, gas, and nausea.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly safe. New Zealand green-lipped mussel extract has been used safely for up to 10 months. It's usually well-tolerated. Some people might experience side effects such as stomach pain, gas, and nausea. Pregnancy: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly unsafe to take by mouth during pregnancy. It might slow the development of the unborn child and might also delay birth.

Breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if New Zealand green-lipped mussel is safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Children: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly safe when taken by mouth by children aged 6-14 years.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for NEW ZEALAND GREEN-LIPPED MUSSEL overview.

Dosing

New Zealand green-lipped mussel extracts have most often been used by adults in doses of 200-400 mg by mouth daily for up to 3 months. New Zealand green-lipped mussel powder has most often been used by adults in doses of 1050-1150 mg by mouth daily for up to 3 months. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what type of product and dose might be best for a specific condition.

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