Overview
People take nasturtium in combination with other herbs for infections of the kidney, bladder, or urethra (urinary tract infections or UTIs), infections of the airways, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses & Effectiveness
Insufficient Evidence for
- Infection of the airways. Early research shows that taking a specific product containing horseradish root and nasturtium might make infections of the airway happen less often.
- Infections of the kidney, bladder, or urethra (urinary tract infections or UTIs). Early research shows that taking a specific product containing horseradish root and nasturtium might help to prevent recurring UTIs.
- Cough.
- Bronchitis.
- Mild muscle pain, when applied directly to the skin.
- Other conditions.
Side Effects
When applied to the skin: Nasturtium is POSSIBLY SAFE when applied directly to the skin in combination with other natural medicines. It can cause skin irritation, especially if used for a long time.
Special Precautions and Warnings
When applied to the skin: Nasturtium is POSSIBLY SAFE when applied directly to the skin in combination with other natural medicines. It can cause skin irritation, especially if used for a long time. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if nasturtium is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Children: Nasturtium is LIKELY UNSAFE for children when taken by mouth. There isn't enough reliable information to know if nasturtium is safe for children when applied to the skin.
Stomach or intestinal ulcers: Don't take nasturtium if you have stomach or intestinal ulcers. It might make ulcers worse.
Kidney disease: Don't take nasturtium if you have kidney disease. It might make kidney disease worse.
Interactions
We currently have no information for NASTURTIUM overview.
Dosing
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