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* Rhatany contains high concentrations of tannins. Astringent chemicals, such as tannins, can reduce inflammation by shrinking tissues and pus.* People take rhatany for intestinal swelling (enteritis) and chest pain (angina). chronic diarrhea* Rhatany is sometimes used as a mouthwash or gargle for mild mouth and dysentery* menorrhagia* urine in-continence* hematuria* passive hemorrhage* anal fissure* prolapsus ani* leucorrhoea* sore throat irritation, swollen gums, cracked tongue, and canker sores. It is also applied to the skin for leg ulcers and for swelling and itchiness caused by cold and damp weather (chilblains).* astringent* general health* clean teeth