Lady's Mantle
Alchemilla vulgaris
An astringent 'woman's herb' used for heavy menstrual bleeding and as a wound/gargle wash.
Traditional use (european-folk): An astringent 'woman's herb' used for heavy menstrual bleeding and as a wound/gargle wash.
An astringent 'woman's herb' used for heavy menstrual bleeding and as a wound/gargle wash.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An astringent 'woman's herb' used for heavy menstrual bleeding and as a wound/gargle wash.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Astringent (tannins); avoid in pregnancy.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Astringent (tannins); avoid in pregnancy.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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