Petasite is a medicinal plant, also known as Butterbur or broad-brimmed hat, and is widely used to prevent or treat migraine and reduce allergy symptoms, such as itchy nose and watery eyes, for example, due to its anti-inflammatory effect. inflammatory and analgesic.
Its scientific name is Petasites hybridus and can be purchased at health food stores, street markets and some pharmacies.
What is it for Petasites hybridus
Due to its antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and analgesic properties, Petasites hybridus is suitable for:
- Prevent and treat migraines and frequent and severe headaches;
- Treat pain caused by kidney stones or treat bladder pain;
- Improve the respiratory rate in the case of chronic diseases, such as chronic bronchitis or asthma;
- Prevent the appearance of asthma attacks;
- Reduce allergy symptoms, such as itchy eyes and nose, sneezing, watery eyes and redness.
In some cases, it can also help treat intestinal problems, such as severe stomach pain or diarrhea, for example.
How to use
Generally, the Petasites hybridus it is used in capsules, 2 times a day and should only be taken as directed by the doctor, and the treatment can vary between 1 to 3 months, depending on the problem to be treated.
Possible side effects
Petasites hybridus it can cause drowsiness, nausea, pain in the legs or pain in the stomach, and when the correct indications are not followed, it can cause a malfunction of the liver.
Contraindications toPetasites hybridus
Petasites hybridus it is contraindicated in people with allergies to the plant, in pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding, because it can reduce milk production.
In addition, it should also not be used in people with hypoglycemia, hypertension, people with liver disease or with kidney failure, without the doctor's guidance.
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