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(Verbena officinalis)
CONSEQUENCES OF USING VERVAIN REMEDIES
Side effects of verbena
– Contact dermatitis with the plant.
– Metrorrhagia: the plant has oxytocic effect and may cause increased vaginal bleeding. It is contraindicated in women with heavy menstrual cycles.
– In high doses can be emetic plant.
Photo of vervain (Verbena officinalis)
Verbena in pregnancy
– Pregnancy: Verbena has been for years a plant to accelerate labor and delivery, and should not be taken during pregnancy. It can cause abortion because of its oxytocic effect or uterine stimulant.
More information on vervain toxicity, contraindications and properties.
This article was endorsed by Elisenda Carballido - Dietitian nutritionist. Postgraduate in Phytotherapy and master in Nutrition and Metabolism.
