White Mustard Interactions Overview

Additional Details

Is White Mustard Safe? Are There Any Warnings?

White mustard is generally considered safe for consumption in amounts commonly found in foods. In the United States, it holds a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status. However, when used orally or topically for medicinal purposes, there is insufficient reliable information available about its safety. Pregnant individuals should exercise caution, as white mustard is thought to possess abortifacient and menstrual-stimulant properties. Similar caution is recommended during lactation due to the lack of reliable information.

How Does White Mustard Work? What Is Its Mechanism of Action?

The ripe, dried seeds of white mustard contain mustard oil glycosides. A notable constituent is sinalbin, a glucosinolate that upon hydrolysis yields various compounds such as p-hydroxybenzyl isothiocyanate, p-hydroxybenzylamine, proteins, fatty oil, and sinapine. This composition contributes to its potential effects and mechanisms of action.

White mustard is believed to have diverse properties:

• Anticancer effects: Extracts from white mustard, along with sinalbin and allyl isothiocyanate, might exert anticancer effects. These constituents are thought to slow down the growth of cancer cells and induce apoptosis (programmed cell death).
• Antimicrobial effects: White mustard extract possesses antibacterial properties, with allyl isothiocyanate being a compound responsible for its antibacterial effects.

Pharmacokinetics

Unfortunately, there is currently limited reliable information available about the pharmacokinetics of white mustard.

Interaction Overview

As of now, there are no known interactions of white mustard with drugs or supplements. However, individuals with allergies or sensitivities should be cautious, as some people may be allergic to white mustard or its topical application.

Common Side Effects To Watch For

For those considering the topical use of white mustard oil or powder, extended contact with the skin can lead to blistering and skin ulceration. Additionally, some individuals may be allergic to topical application of white mustard. When taken as medicine, no adverse effects have been reported, but a comprehensive safety evaluation has not been conducted. Furthermore, isothiocyanates present in white mustard have been linked with endemic goiters.

Effectiveness

There is currently insufficient reliable information available to assess the effectiveness of white mustard for its intended uses.

Dosing & Administration

For topical applications of white mustard, various methods are employed:

• As a foot bath, 20-30 grams of white mustard flour can be mixed in 1 liter of water.
• For a mustard bath, a pouch containing 150 grams of white mustard flour can be placed in the bath.
• For local application, adults can mix 4 tablespoons (50-70 grams) of powdered seeds with warm water to create a soft material. This mixture is applied for 10-15 minutes. For children older than 6 years, the application time is reduced to 5-10 minutes. Individuals with sensitive skin should shorten the application time. Treatment should not exceed two weeks.

Standardization & Formulation

Unfortunately, there is currently insufficient reliable information available about the standardization of white mustard.

Drugs that interact with White Mustard