Myrrh
Commiphora myrrha
An ancient resin used as a mouth rinse for gum/throat soreness and topically as an antiseptic.
Traditional use (biblical-near-eastern): An ancient resin used as a mouth rinse for gum/throat soreness and topically as an antiseptic.
An ancient resin used as a mouth rinse for gum/throat soreness and topically as an antiseptic.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An ancient resin used as a mouth rinse for gum/throat soreness and topically as an antiseptic.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Can stimulate the uterus and affect blood sugar; not for pregnancy.
- Pregnancy
Can stimulate the uterus and affect blood sugar; not for 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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