Overview
Despite serious safety concerns, people take marsh marigold for pain, menstrual disorders, swollen airways (bronchitis), yellowed skin (jaundice), liver disorders, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
How does it work ?
Uses & Effectiveness
Insufficient Evidence for
- Pain.
- Cramps.
- Menstrual disorders.
- Swelling (inflammation) of the main airways in the lung (bronchitis).
- Liver problems.
- Constipation.
- Fluid retention.
- High cholesterol.
- Low blood sugar.
- Cleaning skin sores, when applied to the skin.
- Other conditions.
Side Effects
When applied to the skin: Fresh marsh marigold is LIKELY UNSAFE. When marsh marigold comes in contact with the skin, it might cause blisters and burns. There isn't enough information to know whether the dried plant is safe to apply to the skin.
Special Precautions and Warnings
When applied to the skin: Fresh marsh marigold is LIKELY UNSAFE. When marsh marigold comes in contact with the skin, it might cause blisters and burns. There isn't enough information to know whether the dried plant is safe to apply to the skin. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It's LIKELY UNSAFE to use marsh marigold if the plant or plant parts are fresh. The safety of the dried plant is unknown. It's best to just avoid using marsh marigold if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Interactions
We currently have no information for MARSH MARIGOLD overview.
Dosing
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