Linden
Linden

Background

Linden is a common name for trees belonging to the Tilia genus. The dried flower, leaves, and wood are used for medicine.

People use linden for conditions such as colds, headache, trouble sleeping (insomnia), itchy skin, and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
When taken by mouth: Linden is LIKELY SAFE for most people when the leaf is used in food amounts. Linden might cause allergies in some people when taken by mouth. Frequent use of linden tea has been linked with heart damage, but this seems to be rare. It is not clear if linden is safe when used in medicinal amounts.

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if linden is safe when applied to the skin. It might cause allergies in some people.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

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

Heart disease: Frequent use of linden tea has been linked with heart damage. If you have heart disease, do not use linden without medical supervision.

Effectiveness

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  • Sleep disorders (insomnia).
  • Headaches including migraines.
  • Problems with bladder control (incontinence).
  • Excessive bleeding (hemorrhage).
  • Itchy skin.
  • Painful swelling of joints (rheumatism).
  • Bronchitis.
  • Cough.
  • Spasms.
  • Bloating.
  • Causing sweating.
  • Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of linden for these uses.

Dosing & administration

The appropriate dose of linden depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for linden. 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 your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.

Interactions with pharmaceuticals

Lithium

Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.

Linden might have an effect like a water pill or "diuretic." Taking linden might decrease how well the body gets rid of lithium. This could increase how much lithium is in the body and result in serious side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking lithium. Your lithium dose might need to be changed.

Interactions with herbs & supplements

There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.

Interactions with foods

There are no known interactions with foods.

Action

Linden seems to reduce the amount of mucus produced and relieve anxiety. But, more information is needed.
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