Overview
Myrtle contains chemicals that might help fight against fungus and bacteria, and reduce swelling.
People use myrtle for acne, canker sores, abnormally heavy bleeding during menstrual periods, persistent heartburn, warts, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don't confuse myrtle with periwinkle, which is sometimes called myrtle. These are not the same.
Uses & Effectiveness
We currently have no information for MYRTLE overview.
Side Effects
When applied to the skin: Diluted myrtle leaf extract is possibly safe. Side effects might include skin irritation and dryness.
When applied to the vagina: Diluted myrtle leaf extract is possibly safe when used in vaginal suppositories, short-term.
Special Precautions and Warnings
When applied to the skin: Diluted myrtle leaf extract is possibly safe. Side effects might include skin irritation and dryness.
When applied to the vagina: Diluted myrtle leaf extract is possibly safe when used in vaginal suppositories, short-term.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Myrtle is likely unsafe when taken by mouth while pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid use.
Children: Myrtle leaf oil is likely unsafe when taken by mouth in children. Even slight facial contact with the oil can cause breathing problems and death in infants and small children. There isn't enough information available to know if other forms of myrtle are safe to take by mouth or apply to the skin in children.
Interactions
We currently have no information for MYRTLE overview.
Dosing
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