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Common Name
Golden Rod
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Botanical Name
Solidago virgaurea
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Part Used
Herb
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Clinical Summary
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Alcohol
25%
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Dose
10 to 40mL weekly
Golden rod's traditional reputation is for cleansing the urinary tract. It is used for urinary tract infections and for strengthening the kidneys. Golden rod also excels in treatment for upper respiratory disorders, such as allergic rhinitis or seasonal and cat allergies. It can offer support during a cold or flu when there is a fever, and can also soothe a sore swollen throat. It helps to break up excessive and stuck mucous in the lungs which can then be expectorated and expelled out of the body with more ease.
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Traditional Use
Golden rod's chief traditional reputation is as a diuretic for helping to generally cleanse the urinary tract. It has a long history of use for tightening and toning the tissues of the urinary system as well as providing action against bacteria.
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Actions
Carminative, diuretic, diaphoretic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, antimicrobial, expectorant, anticatarrhal, antifungal, renal tonic.
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Indications
• Urinary tract infections, kidney stones
• Seasonal allergies (allergic rhinitis)
• Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, muscle pain
• Bleeding disorders, wounds
• Fevers, cold, influenza, sore throat
• Diarrhoea
• Fungal infections such as vaginal and oral thrush
• Venous insufficiency
• Oedema -
Energetics
Warm or cool, drying.
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Use in Pregnancy
No adverse effects expected.
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Contraindications & Cautions
Contraindicated in those with a known allergy to golden rod.
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Drug Interactions
Monitor with diuretics.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Couchgrass, Horsetail, Parsley Root, Nettle, Uva Ursi, Golden Rod, Juniper, Buchu, Celery, Crateva, Dandelion Leaf