Saffron (Saffron Crocus) |
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Basic Information
Biological name (genus and species):
Crocus sativus
Parts used for medicinal purposes:
Berries/fruits
Chemicals this herb contains:
Glycosides (See Glossary)
Volatile oils (See Glossary)
KNOWN EFFECTS
Reduces irritation of gastrointestinal tract.
Increases perspiration.
Increases fluidity of bronchial secretions.
Miscellaneous information:
No effects are expected on the body, either good or bad, when
herb is used in very small amounts to enhance the flavor of
food.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Stimulates respiration in asthma, whooping cough.
Causes abortions.
Arouses or enhances instinctive sexual desire.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan pregnancy in
the near future.
Have any chronic disease of the gastrointestinal tract, such as
stomach or duodenal ulcers, esophageal reflux (reflux
esophagitis), ulcerative colitis, spastic colitis,
diverticulosis, diverticulitis.
Consult your doctor if you:
Take this herb for any medical problem that doesn't improve in
2 weeks. There may be safer, more-effective treatments.
Take any medicinal drugs or herbs including aspirin, laxatives,
cold and cough remedies, antacids, vitamins, minerals, amino
acids, supplements, other prescription or non-prescription
drugs.
Pregnancy:
Dangers outweigh any possible benefits. Don't use.
Breast-feeding:
Dangers outweigh any possible benefits. Don't use.
Infants and children:
Treating infants and children under 2 with any herbal
preparation is hazardous.
Others:
None expected if you are under 45, not pregnant, basically
healthy, take it for only a short time and do not exceed
manufacturer's recommended dosage.
Storage:
Keep cool and dry, but don't freeze. Store safely away from
children.
Safe dosage:
At present no "safe" dosage has been established.
TOXICITY
Rated relatively safe when taken in appropriate quantities for
short periods of time.
For symptoms of toxicity: See ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE
EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS section below.
ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS
| Signs and symptoms: |
What to do: |
| Diarrhea |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Dizziness |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Nosebleeds |
Discontinue. Call doctor |
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when convenient. |
| Slow heart rate |
Seek emergency treatment. |
| Stupor |
Seek emergency treatment. |
| Vomiting |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
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