More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of comfrey for these uses.
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Early research suggests that applying comfrey directly to the skin for 2 weeks might decrease pain and tenderness of bruises. Insufficient Evidence to Rate Effectiveness for. Most of the studies have used a specific comfrey ointment that is low in pyrrolizidine alkaloids (Kytta-Salbe f). The effect of comfrey ointment in relieving pain and reducing swelling seems to be comparable to the effects of diclofenac gel. Early research suggests that applying comfrey ointment to the affected area for up to 2 weeks improves mobility, decreases pain, and reduces tenderness and swelling of sprains. Applying a specific comfrey extract (Kytta-Salbe f) to the affected area for 3 weeks or applying a specific cream containing comfrey extract, tannic acid, Aloe vera gel, eucalyptus oil, and frankincense oil (4Jointz) to the affected are for 12 weeks seems to decrease pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. Applying a specific comfrey extract (Kytta-Salbe f by Merck Selbstmedikation GmbH) to the affected area for 5 days seems to decrease lower or upper back pain. Uses & Effectiveness Possibly Effective for. QUESTION Next to red peppers, you can get the most vitamin C from _. However, comfrey contains toxic chemicals that can be absorbed through the skin. The chemicals in comfrey might have a healing effect and reduce inflammation when applied to the skin. It is also used as a gargle for gum disease and sore throat.Ĭomfrey is applied to the skin for ulcers, wounds, joint inflammation, bruises, rheumatoid arthritis, swollen veins (phlebitis), gout, and fractures. Some products labeled “common comfrey” or Symphytum officinale actually contain the more poisonous “prickly comfrey” (Symphytum asperum) or “Russian comfrey” (Symphytum x uplandicum) species.Ĭomfrey is used as a tea for upset stomach, ulcers, heavy menstrual periods, diarrhea, bloody urine, persistent cough, painful breathing (pleuritis), bronchitis, cancer, and chest pain (angina).
The roots have 10 times higher amounts of PAs than the leaves.
The amount of PAs found in comfrey changes according to the time of harvesting and the age of the plant. Even though this plant contains poisonous chemicals called pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), the leaf, root, and root-like stem (rhizome) are used to make medicine.
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