Respiratory: Allergies, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), asthma, earache, coughs, colds

Cardiovascular: May increase cardiac output

Gastrointestinal: Stomach ache, toothache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, worms, colitis. gas, gum problems

Genitourinary: Kidney pain, infertility, menstrual problems (regulates)

Musculoskeletal: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, muscular tension

Neurologic: Migraine prevention, dizziness, vertigo

Skin: Insect bites, psoriasis, dermatitis

Mental Health: Mild sedative/tranquilizing effect

Cancer: May cause cancer cells to die (NIH) - but has only been done in lab

Other: Fevers (some actions similar to aspirin per NIH), insecticide, anemia, swollen feet (edema)

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SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, gas, bloating, indigestion, oral ulcers, nervousness, dizziness, headache, insomnia, joint stiffness, tiredness, menstrual changes, rash, pounding heart, and weight gain. change in menstruation, weight gain, rash, muscle and/or joint stiffness

CAUTION/CONTRAINDICATIONS: Hypersensitivity to certain related plants (for example camomile, marigolds, ragweed, and certain daisies)

FORMS: Fresh, freeze-dried, dried, powder, capsule, tablet, extract

RECOMMENDED BRANDS

Recommended brands not available at this time

DOSAGES: As directed

Reported doses - often NOT supported by evidence (reported by various sources (WebMD, RxList, Epocrates, German Commission E, NIH publications and others). Read dosages and instructions carefully when available on the label.

• Migraine prevention: 50-150 mg powder by mouth once daily

• Tension headache: 150 mg po daily or 2 times daily

*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. You must 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.