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Other Names: Bee Plant, Beebread, Borage Flower, Borage Leaf, Borage Oil, Borage Seed Oil, Borago, Borago officinalis, Borraja, Bourrache, Bourrache Commune, Burage, Burrage, Common Borage, Common Bugloss, Cool Tankard, Feuille de Bourrache, Fleur de Bourrache, Huile de Bourrache, Huile de Graines de Bourrache, Langue de Bœuf, Ox's Tongue, Pain-des-Abeilles, Talewort, Starflower, Starflower Oil., Liu Li Ju, 琉璃苣, 琉璃苣, 玻璃苣, لسان الثور, حمحم, Borač, Boražina, Volujsko uho, Brotnák, Bořeč, ボリジ, ルリヂサ,Boriji, Ruridisa, ದೊಡ್ಡಪತ್ರೆ, 보리지, Poriji, Doddapatreلِسَان الْثَوْر, حِمْحِم, Lisaan ath-Thaur, Lisan al-Thaur, Огуречная трава, Огуречник аптечный, Ogurechnaya trava, Ogurechnik aptechnyj Himhim, Hamham, Berroya, Borrai<br>Borage is a plant. Its flowers and leaves, as well as the oil from its seeds are used as medicine.<br>See also : [[Borage Seed Oil]]

* Borage seed oil is POSSIBLY SAFE for most adults and children as long as it is free of dangerous chemicals called pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs)Potentially unsafe. Borage plant parts including the leaf, flowersuch as flowers, leaves and seed can seeds may contain PAs. PAs pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can damage the liver or and may be a cause of cancer, especially when used if taken in high doses or for a long time. Only use products that are certified excess amount and labeled PA-freeprolonged period.*Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It’s important to avoid borage products that might contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs)Possibly safe. PAs are a risk to the mother because they can cause serious liver disease and might cause cancer. PAs are also a risk to the infant because they might cause birth defects and they can pass into breast milk. Researchers aren’t even sure if borage products Processed Borage seed oil that are certified PA-to be pyrrolizidine alkaloid free are safe during pregnancy and breast-feeding. It’s best considered to stay be safe both for topical application and avoid using borageby ingestion.*Bleeding disorders: There is some concern that borage seed oil might prolong bleeding time and increase the risk of bruising and bleedingMay cause allergic reaction. If you have a bleeding disorder, use borage with caution.*Liver disease: Borage products containing hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PA) might make liver disease worse.*Surgery: Borage might increase the risk because of bleeding during its hairy or bristly leaves and after surgerystems may cause skin allergic reaction to sensitive people. Stop taking borage at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.* Medications that increase the break down of other medications by the liver (Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inducers) interacts with BORAGE* Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs) interacts with BORAGE* Medications used during surgery (Anesthesia) interacts with BORAGE==Benefits and uses of Borage are==Children: Borage seed oil contains a fatty acid called [[gamma-linolenic acid]] (GLA). GLA seems that are certified as pyrrolizidine alkaloid free can be used safely to have anti-inflammatory effects. Borage flower might have an antioxidant effectchildren.* Improving symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) when used with other medications that reduce pain Pregnancy and swelling (antibreast-inflammatory medications). feeding: There is some evidence that taking borage seed oil in combination with conventional painkilling or anti-inflammatory medications might help decrease symptoms are no sufficient studies done to determine the safe use of RA after six weeks of treatmentBorage herbal medicine during pregnancy. The improvement appears Although Borage has been used to last promote milk production for up breast feeding mothers, it is still best to 24 weeks. Improvement is measured as consult your pediatrician or a decrease in the number and severity of tender and swollen jointscompetent health practitioner before use.* Improving the function of the lungs in critically ill patients. There is some evidence Liver disease: Borage products may contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids that borage seed oil, when taken in combination with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), might reduce the number of days spent in the intensive care unit (ICU) and the length of time a breathing machine is needed by patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)can cause or worsen existing liver diseases.*Improving growth and development Just like in premature infants. Infant formula supplemented with fatty acids from borage oil and fish oils seems to improve growth and development any other herbal medicines, moderation of the nervous system in infants born early, especially boysuse is recommended.* Borage oil also contains tannin anti-oxidants that protect the brain and neurons from oxidative stress. The combination of GLA and tannin anti-oxidants improves blood supply into the brain which provides more oxygen and nutrition into this vital structureProlonged use is discouraged.

== References Benefits and uses of Borage are==Borage is also loaded with macronutrients, including vitamins A and C, niacin, thiamin, riboflavin and choline, and also contains proteins, fiber, minerals and other plant compounds. Vitamin C in borage makes it valuable for its anti-oxidant property while vitamin A is known to promote good eye sight.*Diuretic. Borage is used to remove excess liquid from the body, and is believed to help remove toxins. * Sudorific. Borage is known to contain choline that stimulates the glands that produce sweat and cools the body. Because of this cooling property of borage, it is used to treat fever, bronchitis, colds and flu.* to treat arthritis. Borage is rich in essential fatty acids that help to relieve pain associated with arthritis.* sedative action. Borage contains niacin or nicotinic-acid that may have positive effects against anxiety, stress and nervousness.* Another disease that may be caused by lack of fatty acids is macular degeneration. Borage may also be used for the prevention and treatment of macular degeneration.* being studied on its effect to breast cancer. * Rich in omega-6 fatty acid that is found to have positive effect against breast tumor growth.* Used in the treatment of prostate gland inflammation such as prostatitis.* Promotes digestion and helps to relieve stomach aches such as gastritis and irritable bowel syndrome.* Used to treat skin infections and inflammation such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, pimples, herpes, nail fungus, etc.* A poultice of crushed Borage leaves is also used to relieve insect bites and stings, reduce swelling and bruising and is also helpful for clearing up boils and rashes.* Borage tea is also used to promote milk production for lactating mothers* Borage is also used to treat hangover