Turtlehead Interactions Overview

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Turtlehead

Also known as
  • Balmony
  • Bitter Herb
  • Chelone
  • Galane
  • Hummingbird Tree
  • Salt-rheum Weed
  • Shellflower
  • Snakehead
  • Turtlebloom
  • Turtle Head
Turtlehead Chelone glabra, also known as white turtlehead, is a perennial herb native to North America. It is known for its spikes of white, hooded flowers that resemble the head of a turtle. White turtlehead is a popular plant and is often used in butterfly and wildflower gardens. The root and leaves of the plant are most commonly used for medicinal purposes, which are purported to have anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and antioxidant properties. It is also sometimes used as a laxative.
There are 0 drugs known to interact with Turtlehead

Additional Details

Is Turtlehead Safe? Are There Any Warnings?

Safety: The safety of turtlehead has not been thoroughly studied, and there is insufficient reliable information available. It is recommended to avoid using turtlehead during pregnancy and lactation due to limited data on its effects.

Adverse Effects

General: No adverse effects have been reported for turtlehead; however, comprehensive safety evaluations are lacking.

Effectiveness

There is insufficient reliable information available to determine the effectiveness of turtlehead for specific uses or conditions.

Dosing & Administration

Adult: Research on typical dosing for turtlehead is limited, and specific recommendations are unavailable.

Standardization & Formulation

There is insufficient reliable information available regarding the standardization of turtlehead products, which means the consistency and quality of different formulations may vary.

Interaction Overview

Interactions with Drugs: No known interactions have been reported between turtlehead and other drugs.

Interactions with Supplements: No known interactions have been reported between turtlehead and dietary supplements.

Interactions with Conditions: No known interactions have been reported between turtlehead and specific health conditions.

Interactions with Lab Tests: No known interactions have been reported between turtlehead and laboratory tests.

Overdose

There is insufficient reliable information available about the presentation or treatment of overdose with turtlehead.

Pharmacokinetics

There is insufficient reliable information available about the pharmacokinetics of turtlehead, including its absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion in the body.

Mechanism of Action

Mechanism of Action: Turtlehead's above ground parts and root are the relevant parts of the plant. They contain iridoide monoterpenes, including catalpol, and a bitter-tasting resin.

Drugs that interact with Turtlehead

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