Common stonecrop
Common stonecrop

Background

Common stonecrop (Sedum acre) is a flowering plant that has sometimes been used to make medicine.

People use common stonecrop for cough, high blood pressure, wound healing, and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if common stonecrop is safe. Taking very large amounts can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if common stonecrop is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Effectiveness

There is interest in using common stonecrop for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
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Dosing & administration

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of common stonecrop 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 Common Stonecrop interacts with any medicines. Before taking Common Stonecrop, 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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