Overview

Bugleweed (Lycopus americanus) is a plant. The parts of the plant that grow above the ground are sometimes used as medicine.

People use bugleweed for overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), premenstrual syndrome (PMS), insomnia, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Do not confuse bugleweed with white horehound, black horehound, or veronica. These are not the same.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for BUGLEWEED overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if bugleweed is safe or what the side effects might be.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if bugleweed is safe or what the side effects might be.

Pregnancy: It's likely unsafe to take bugleweed by mouth during pregnancy because it might affect hormones.

Breast-feeding: It's possibly unsafe to take bugleweed by mouth while breast-feeding. It might affect milk production.

Thyroid disorders: Don't use bugleweed if you have a thyroid disorder or are receiving thyroid treatments.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Thyroid hormone interacts with BUGLEWEED

    Taking bugleweed might change the way that thyroid hormone pills work. Don't take bugleweed if you take thyroid pills.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of bugleweed might be. 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 a healthcare professional before using.

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