Uses & Effectiveness
Overview
Devil’s club is a plant. People use the inner bark of the root and stem for medicine.
Devil’s club is used for arthritis, cancer, wounds, fever, tuberculosis, stomach trouble, cough, colds, sore throat, diabetes, low blood sugar, and pneumonia. It is also used for emptying the bowels and causing vomiting.
Some people apply devil’s club directly to the skin for swollen glands, boils, sores, and skin infections. The ashes have been used to treat burns.
Devil’s Club, also known as Oplopanax horridus, contains high levels of Vitamin C, making it a natural remedy for boosting the immune system.
Side Effects
There isn’t enough information to know if devil’s club is safe or what the possible side effects might be.
Interactions
We currently have no information for DEVIL’S CLUB overview.
Special Precautionsand Warnings
There isn’t enough information to know if devil’s club is safe or what the possible side effects might be. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of devil’s club during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of devil’s club depends on several factors such as the user’s age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for devil’s club. 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 your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
