CALIFORNIA POPPY

Uses & Effectiveness

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Overview

California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is a plant known for its bright orange flower. It's been traditionally used as a medicine in teas.

California poppy contains chemicals that might cause relaxation and sleepiness.

People use California poppy for anxiety, insomnia, aches, and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

The California Poppy contains a variety of natural chemicals, including one called aporphine, which has been shown to have potential anti-anxiety properties, making it a promising natural alternative to prescription medications.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if California poppy is safe or what the side effects might be.

Interactions

Moderate Interaction

Be cautious with this combination

• Sedative medications (CNS depressants) interacts with CALIFORNIA POPPY

  California poppy might cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Some medications, called sedatives, can also cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Taking California poppy with sedative medications might cause breathing problems and/or too much sleepiness.

Special Precautionsand Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if California poppy is safe or what the side effects might be.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if California poppy is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Surgery: California poppy can slow down the central nervous system, causing sleepiness and other effects. California poppy might slow down the central nervous system too much when combined with anesthesia and other medications used during and after surgery. Stop using California poppy at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Dosing

California poppy has been traditionally used by adults as a tea. But there isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of California poppy might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.