Mentzelia

• Overview
• Uses
• Side Effects
• Precautions
• Dosing

Mentzelia is a plant. The branch tips, stems, and roots are used to make medicine.

People take mentzelia for a wide range of stomach problems. These include stomach pain, “acid stomach,” stomach spasms, “nervous stomach,” feeling of fullness, upset stomach, stomach irritation due to drinking alcohol, and “weak digestion.”

How does work?

There isn't enough information to know how mentzelia might work as a medicine.

Insufficient Evidence to Rate Effectiveness for...

• Stomach problems including pain, spasms, acidity, irritation, and others.
• Other conditions.

More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of mentzelia for these uses.

QUESTION

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There isn't enough information to know if mentzelia is safe or what the possible side effects might be.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of mentzelia during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

The appropriate dose of mentzelia 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 mentzelia. 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.