Lavender cotton
Scientific names: Santolina chamaecyparissus
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae
Alternate names: Abrótano Hembra, Brótano, Cipresillo, Fausse Sanguenitte, Garde-Robe, Guardarropa, Lavande-Coton, Petit Cyprès, Santolina, Santoline, Santoline Argentée, Santoline Blanche, Santoline Petit-Cyprès, Santoline Petit Cyprès
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial
Background
Lavender cotton is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground and root bark are used to make medicine.
People use lavender cotton for conditions such as digestion problems, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), infection of the intestines by parasites, and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don't confuse lavender cotton with lavender. They are different plants and have very different scents.
People use lavender cotton for conditions such as digestion problems, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), infection of the intestines by parasites, and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don't confuse lavender cotton with lavender. They are different plants and have very different scents.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe. It might cause side effects such as allergic reactions in some people.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe. It might cause side effects such as allergic reactions in some people.
Allergy to ragweed, daisies, and related plants: Lavender cotton may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking lavender cotton.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe. It might cause side effects such as allergic reactions in some people.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Allergy to ragweed, daisies, and related plants: Lavender cotton may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking lavender cotton.
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
- A muscle control disorder marked by involuntary movements and muscle tightness (spasticity).
- Digestive disorders.
- Infection of the intestines by parasites.
- Insect repellent.
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
- Yellowed skin (jaundice).
- Other conditions.
Dosing & administration
The appropriate dose of lavender cotton 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 lavender cotton. 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 Lavender Cotton interacts with any medicines. Before taking Lavender Cotton, 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
Lavender cotton seems to reduce inflammation. The oil of lavender cotton seems to kill bacteria and fungi.
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