Rusty-leaved rhododendron
Scientific names: Rhododendron ferrugineum
Family: Ericaceae
Alternate names: Azalea, Laurier-Rose des Alpes, Rhododendri Ferruginei Folium, Rhododendron Alpin, Rhododendron Ferrugineux, Rododendro, Rosage, Rose des Alpes, Rose du Diable, Rosebay, Rust-Red Rhododendron, Rusty Leaved Rhododendron, Snow Rose
Background
Rusty-leaved rhododendron is a shrub found in mountainous regions of Europe. It is related to other rhododendrons, some of which are considered poisonous. The leaves are used to make medicine.
People use rusty-leaved rhododendron for joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), muscle soreness, headache, and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
People use rusty-leaved rhododendron for joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), muscle soreness, headache, and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: Rusty-leaved rhododendron is POSSIBLY UNSAFE. Related plants are considered poisonous. But the poisonous chemicals in these related plants might not be present in rusty-leaved rhododendron.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Rusty-leaved rhododendron is POSSIBLY UNSAFE. It might be poisonous. Avoid using.Effectiveness
NatMed Pro rates effectiveness based on scientific evidence according to the following scale: Effective, Likely Effective, Possibly Effective, Possibly Ineffective, Likely Ineffective, Ineffective, and Insufficient Evidence to Rate.
Insufficient evidence Effectiveness definitions
- Aging.
- Bile duct stones.
- Gout.
- Headache.
- High blood pressure.
- Joint pain.
- Kidney stones.
- Migraine.
- Muscle soreness.
- A condition that causes persistent muscle pain (myofascial pain syndrome).
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
- Pain due to pressure on the sciatic nerve (sciatica).
- Face pain (trigeminal neuralgia).
- Other conditions.
Dosing & administration
The appropriate dose of rusty-leaved rhododendron 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 rusty-leaved rhododendron. 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
It is not known if Rusty-leaved Rhododendron interacts with any medicines. Before taking Rusty-leaved Rhododendron, 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.
Action
There isn't enough reliable information available to know how rusty-leaved rhododendron might work.
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