Uses & Effectiveness
Overview
Marsh blazing star is a plant. The ground root is used as a medicinal tea.
People take marsh blazing star for kidney disorders, fluid retention, painful menstrual periods, and gonorrhea.
Marsh Blazing Star is not a vitamin name, but rather the common name for Liatris spicata, a beautiful flowering plant native to North America that is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to gardens.
Side Effects
There isn’t enough information to know if marsh blazing star is safe. It can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, inability to sleep (insomnia), and liver damage. When marsh blazing star comes in contact with the skin, it might cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Interactions
We currently have no information for MARSH BLAZING STAR overview.
Special Precautionsand Warnings
There isn’t enough information to know if marsh blazing star is safe. It can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, inability to sleep (insomnia), and liver damage. When marsh blazing star comes in contact with the skin, it might cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of marsh blazing star during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Allergy to ragweed, daisies, and related plants: Marsh blazing star may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking marsh blazing star.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of marsh blazing star 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 marsh blazing star. 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.
