Sanicle
Scientific names: Sanicula europaea
Family: Apiaceae/Umbelliferae
Alternate names: European Sanicle, Herbe aux Charpentiers, Herbe aux Chênes, Herbe de Saint Laurent, Herbe aux Vaches, Poolroot, Sanicle d'Europe, Sanícula, Saniculae Herba, Sanicule, Self-Heal, Wood Sanicle
Actions: Anti-HIV, Antimycotic, Antioxidant, Antiviral, Expectorant, Hematologic
Background
Sanicle is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used as medicine.
People take sanicle for swollen airways (bronchitis) and cough.
Be careful not to confuse sanicle (Sanicula europaea) with Prunella vulgaris, both of which are known as "self-heal." Also be careful not to confuse Sanicula europaea with Astrantia major, both of which are known as "sanicle."
People take sanicle for swollen airways (bronchitis) and cough.
Be careful not to confuse sanicle (Sanicula europaea) with Prunella vulgaris, both of which are known as "self-heal." Also be careful not to confuse Sanicula europaea with Astrantia major, both of which are known as "sanicle."
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: Sanicle is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth. In large amounts, it may cause some side effects including stomach upset, nausea, and vomiting.
Stomach or intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, ulcerative colitis, and other digestive tract problems): Sanicle can make these conditions worse. Don't use sanicle if you have stomach or intestinal problems.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if sanicle is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Stomach or intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, ulcerative colitis, and other digestive tract problems): Sanicle can make these conditions worse. Don't use sanicle if you have stomach or intestinal problems.
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
- Cough.
- Swollen airways (bronchitis).
- Other conditions.
Dosing & administration
The appropriate dose of sanicle 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 sanicle. 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 Sanicle interacts with any medicines. Before taking Sanicle, 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
Sanicle seems to thin mucus to make it easier to cough up.
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