P?diculaire

Related Terms

Iridoid glycosides, isoverbascoside, lamalbid, martynoside, mussaenoside, Pedicularis artselaeri, Pedicularis axillaris Franch., Pedicularis cephalantha Franch., Pedicularis decora, Pedicularis dichotoma Bonati, Pedicula dicora Franch., Pedicularis gracilis Wall., Pedicularis kansuensis, Pedicularis lasiophrys, Pedicularis likiangensis Franch., Pedicularis longiflora, Pedicularis longiflora Rudolph., Pedicularis longiflora var. tubiformis1, Pedicularis longipes Maxim., Pedicularis muscicola Maxim, Pedicularis nordmanniana, Pedicularis olgae Regel., Pedicularis oxycarpa Franch., Pedicularis rex C.B. Clarke, Pedicularis rhinanthoides Schrenk, Pedicularis siphonantha Don, Pedicularis spicata, Pedicularis striata, Pedicularis striata Pall., Pedicularis tapaoensis Tsoong, Pedicularis tenuisecta Franch., Pedicularis yui Li, phenylpropanoid, Scrophulariaceae (family), shanzhiside methyl ester, verbascoside, wood bettony.

Background

The genus Pedicularis contains several species referred to as louseworts. The common name was derived from the idea that livestock would get lice from eating the plant.
Pedicularis plants are found mainly in temperate northern hemisphere climates, although some are also found in South America.
Although animal studies have indicated that certain chemicals found in the plants may have antiproliferative or antioxidant activity, there is insufficient evidence in humans to support the use of Pedicularis species for any indication.

Evidence Table

These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. GRADE *
These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. GRADE *
* Key to grades

A: Strong scientific evidence for this use
B: Good scientific evidence for this use
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use
D: Fair scientific evidence for this use (it may not work)
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use (it likley does not work)
* Key to grades

A: Strong scientific evidence for this use
B: Good scientific evidence for this use
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use
D: Fair scientific evidence for this use (it may not work)
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use (it likley does not work)

Tradition / Theory

The below uses are based on tradition, scientific theories, or limited research. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. There may be other proposed uses that are not listed below.

Dosing

Adults (18 years and older):
There is no proven safe or effective dose for lousewort in adults.

Safety

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not strictly regulate herbs and supplements. There is no guarantee of strength, purity or safety of products, and effects may vary. You should always read product labels. If you have a medical condition, or are taking other drugs, herbs, or supplements, you should speak with a qualified healthcare provider before starting a new therapy. Consult a healthcare provider immediately if you experience side effects.

Interactions

Interactions with Drugs
Certain constituents in Pedicularis species may have antiproliferative effects. Patients taking anticancer agents should use lousewort cautiously.
Although not well studied in humans, various Pedicularis species may have antioxidant activity. Caution is advised when taking lousewort with other agents with antioxidant effects.
Pedicularis species may have iron chelating activity. Use cautiously in patients taking chelating agents, due to possible additive effects.

Attribution

This information is based on a systematic review of scientific literature edited and peer-reviewed by contributors to the Natural Standard Research Collaboration (www.naturalstandard.com).

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