Stone root
Scientific names: Collinsonia canadensis
Family: Lamiaceae/Labiatae
Alternate names: Baume de Cheval, Citronella, Colinsonia, Collinsonia, Collinsonia Canadense, Collinsonie, Collinsonie du Canada, Guérit-Tout, Hardback, Hardhack, Heal-all, Horse Balm, Horseweed, Knob Grass, Knob Root, Knobweed, Racine de Pierre, Richleaf, Rich Weed, Stoneroot
Background
Stone root (Collinsonia canadensis) is an herb with a strong, unpleasant smell. The root and rhizome (underground stem) are used to make medicine.
Stone root has been used for kidney stones, gastrointestinal conditions, and other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Stone root has been used for kidney stones, gastrointestinal conditions, and other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if stone root is safe. Large amounts of stone root might cause some side effects such as dizziness, nausea, painful urination, and stomach irritation.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if stone root is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Effectiveness
Effective Effectiveness definitions
There is interest in using stone root for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Dosing & administration
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of stone root might be. 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 a healthcare professional before using.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if Stone Root interacts with any medicines. Before taking Stone Root, 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.
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- Grp. A3 - Cereals
- Grp. A4 - Dairy
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