Overview

Germander is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.

Despite serious safety concerns, people take germander for stomach and intestinal issues, weight loss, fever, and oral hygiene, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.

In manufacturing, germander is used as a flavoring in alcoholic beverages.

How does it work ?

There isn't enough information to know how germander might work.

There isn't enough information to know how germander might work.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

Insufficient Evidence for

More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of germander for these uses.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Germander is LIKELY UNSAFE. France has banned its sale. Canada does not allow germander to be included in products that are taken by mouth. The U.S. still allows germander to be used in small amounts as a flavoring agent in alcoholic beverages.

The safety concern is that germander has caused several cases of liver disease (hepatitis) and death.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Germander is LIKELY UNSAFE. France has banned its sale. Canada does not allow germander to be included in products that are taken by mouth. The U.S. still allows germander to be used in small amounts as a flavoring agent in alcoholic beverages.

The safety concern is that germander has caused several cases of liver disease (hepatitis) and death. Germander shouldn't be used by anyone. Some people may be at even higher risk of side effects.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Germander is LIKELY UNSAFE to take as medicine. If you take it while pregnant or breast-feeding, you will endanger yourself as well as your baby.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for GERMANDER overview.

Dosing

The appropriate dose of germander 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 germander. 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.
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