Overview

English adder's tongue is a plant. The root and leaf are sometimes used to make medicine.

English adder's tongue is used for wound healing and skin ulcers, but there is no good scientific evidence to support its use for any condition.

Don't confuse English adder's tongue (Ophioglossum vulgatum) with American adder's tongue (Erythronium americanum).

How does it work ?

There isn't enough reliable information to know how English adder's tongue might work as a medicine.

There isn't enough reliable information to know how English adder's tongue might work as a medicine.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

Insufficient Evidence for

  • Skin ulcers.
  • Wound healing.
  • Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate English adder's tongue for these uses.

Side Effects

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if English adder's tongue is safe or what the side effects might be.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if English adder's tongue is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if English adder's tongue is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for ENGLISH ADDER'S TONGUE overview.

Dosing

The appropriate dose of English adder's tongue 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 English adder's tongue. 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.

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