Yerba Mansa
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Other Names: Anemia californica, Anemopsis californica, Lizard's Tail, Swamp Root, Yerba Manza.
Yerba mansa is an herb. The root and rhizome (underground stem) are used to make medicine.
Special Precautions of Yerba Mansa
- Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of yerba mansa during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
- Surgery: Yerba mansa seems to slow down the central nervous system (CNS). There is a concern that it might slow down the CNS too much when combined with anesthesia and other medications used during and after surgery. Stop using yerba mansa at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
- Urinary tract disorders: Yerba mansa can irritate the urinary tract, making urinary tract disorders worse. Don’t use yerba mansa if you have a urinary tract problem.
- Sedative medications (CNS depressants) interacts with Yerba Mansa.
Benefits and uses of Yerba Mansa are
- Cancer.
- Mucus production (catarrh).
- Colds.
- Cough.
- Stomach and intestine problems.
- Throat problems.
- Skin problems.
- Pain.
- Constipation.
- Tuberculosis.
- Sexually transmitted diseases.
