Eryngo Interactions Overview
Check For Interactions With Eryngo
Eryngo
- Eryngium campestre
- Eryngii Herba
- Eryngii Radix
- Eryngo Root
- Eryngium
- Field Eryngo
- Panicaut Maritime
- Panicaut de Mer
- Panicaut Plane
- Plains Eryngo
- Sea Holly
- Sea Holme
- Sea Hulver
- Seaside Eryngo
- White-Devil
Eryngo, also known as Eryngium maritimum or sea holly, is a perennial herb that is native to coastal areas of Europe and North Africa. It is known for its spiky blue-gray leaves and thistle-like flowers.
In traditional medicine, the root of eryngo is most often used as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent. It has been used in the treatment of respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and kidney and bladder problems. It has also been used to alleviate pain during menstruation. The root contains several compounds such as eryngoside, eryngin and erythrodiol, all of which provide the plant's purported health benefits.
Eryngo is also used in the food industry, especially in pickling.
Additional Details
Is Eryngo Safe? Are There Any Warnings?
Safety: The safety of eryngo has not been extensively studied, and there is insufficient reliable information available. It is recommended to exercise caution and avoid using eryngo during pregnancy and lactation due to limited data on its effects.
Adverse Effects
General: Large doses of eryngo known as button eryngo may cause nausea and vomiting. Other types of eryngo have not been reported to cause adverse effects, but comprehensive safety assessments are lacking.
How Is Eryngo Thought To Work? What Is the Mechanism of Action?
Mechanism of Action: Eryngo is a plant that has been traditionally used for various purposes. The roots, leaves, and flowers of eryngo contain different compounds, such as triterpene saponins, furanocoumarins, pyranocoumarins, monoterpene glycosides, caffeic acid esters, and flavonoids. The essential oils derived from eryngo species also contain sesquiterpenes, monoterpenes, diterpenes, and other compounds.
Eryngo may exhibit cytotoxic effects against certain cancer cell lines in vitro, as well as inhibitory activity against monoamine oxidase B (MAO-B), an enzyme associated with neurotransmitter metabolism.
Pharmacokinetics
There is insufficient reliable information available about the pharmacokinetics of eryngo, including its absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion in the body.
Interaction Overview
Interactions with Drugs: No known interactions have been reported between eryngo and other drugs.
Interactions with Supplements: No known interactions have been reported between eryngo and dietary supplements.
Interactions with Conditions: No known interactions have been reported between eryngo and specific health conditions.
Interactions with Lab Tests: No known interactions have been reported between eryngo and laboratory tests.
Common Side Effects To Watch For
Monitor for any gastrointestinal side effects, especially nausea and vomiting, when using eryngo orally.
Are Supplements Standardized?
There is insufficient reliable information available regarding the standardization of eryngo supplements, which means the consistency and quality of different eryngo products may vary.
Overdose
Presentation: Information about the presentation of overdose with eryngo is currently insufficient.
Treatment: There is insufficient reliable information available about the treatment of eryngo overdose.
Drugs that interact with Eryngo
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