Euphorbia hirta
Scientific names: Euphorbia hirta, Chamaesyce hirta
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Alternate names: Asthmaplant, Euforbia, Euphorbe, Garden Spurge, Pill Bearing Spurge, Tawa-Tawa
Actions: Antiarthritis properties, Anticancer properties, Anticonvulsant properties, Antidiabetic activities, Anti-eczema properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Antimicrobial properties, Antioxidant properties, Antispasmodic properties, Antitumor properties, Antitussive properties, Hormonal properties, Myelopoiesis properties
Background
Euphorbia hirta is an herb. The parts of the plant that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.
Euphorbia hirta is used for breathing disorders, dengue fever, digestive problems, severe diarrhea (dysentery), and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Euphorbia hirta is used for breathing disorders, dengue fever, digestive problems, severe diarrhea (dysentery), and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Euphorbia hirta is safe. It might cause side effects such as nausea and vomiting.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Euphorbia hirta is safe. It might cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Stomach or intestinal problems: Euphorbia hirta can irritate the stomach and intestines. Don't use it if you have a stomach or intestinal disorder.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Euphorbia hirta is safe. It might cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It is POSSIBLY UNSAFE to take Euphorbia hirta by mouth if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. There is some evidence that it might cause the uterus to contract, and this could cause a miscarriage.Stomach or intestinal problems: Euphorbia hirta can irritate the stomach and intestines. Don't use it if you have a stomach or intestinal disorder.
Effectiveness
NatMed Pro rates effectiveness based on scientific evidence according to the following scale: Effective, Likely Effective, Possibly Effective, Possibly Ineffective, Likely Ineffective, Ineffective, and Insufficient Evidence to Rate.
Insufficient evidence Effectiveness definitions
- Asthma.
- Bronchitis.
- Coughs.
- Dengue fever.
- Hay fever.
- Tumors.
- Digestive problems.
- Intestinal worms.
- Gonorrhea.
- Other conditions.
Dosing & administration
The appropriate dose of Euphorbia hirta 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 Euphorbia hirta. 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.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if Euphorbia hirta interacts with any medicines. Before taking Euphorbia hirta, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
Action
There isn't enough reliable information to know how Euphorbia hirta might work.
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