CONSIDERED USES

Respiratory: Flu, bronchitis, expectorant, congestion, cough,

sore throat, common cold

Gastrointestinal: Gastritis

Genitourinary: Kidney stones

Musculoskeletal: Arthritis, rheumatism, muscle spasms

Neurologic: Nerve pain/neuropathic pain

Skin: Wound healing, eczema, psoriasis, seborrhea, burns, rashes, scabies

Mental Health: Fatigue, stress/anxiety, mild depression

Immunity: Promotes immunity

Cancer: Anti-cancer

Infectious Disease: Tb (symptoms only)

Other: Fever, may help hyperthyroidism

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SIDE EFFECTS: Possibly irritating to the skin, airway, and eyes

CONTRAINDICATIONS: Asthma, whooping cough (pertussis), heart problems; some sources recommend not putting it directly on open wounds

FORMS: Oils (many), salves, teas, tinctures

BRAND RECOMMENDATIONS

No recommended brands available at this time

DOSAGE: As directed

*Disclaimer: The material above is for informational purposes only. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition. The uses listed above are tentative; some have or are undergoing research trials, but many are not FDA-approved. It is essential that you investigate these supplements further before deciding to use them. Check interactions and contraindications on sites like Drugs.com or WebMD. Do not attempt to treat a serious condition like liver, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart, cancer, diabetes, or thyroid issues without discussing it with a healthcare provider first. If you are pregnant, do not use supplements without discussing it with your healthcare provider.