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Basic Information
Biological name (genus and species):
Gaultheria procumbens
Parts used for medicinal purposes:
Leaves
Roots
Stems
Chemicals this herb contains:
Methyl salicylate
Monotropitoside
KNOWN EFFECTS
Blocks impulses to pain center in brain.
Irritates stomach.
Miscellaneous information:
Toxicity is unlikely unless you consume very large amounts of
the entire plant.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Relieves headache.
Treats toothache.
Treats pain of sprains and bruises.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan pregnancy in
the near future.
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 beyond childhood and under 45, not
pregnant, basically healthy and take for only a short time.
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 slightly dangerous, particularly in children, persons over
55 and those who take larger than appropriate quantities for
extended periods of time.
ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS
None expected
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