About herbal urtica dioica
Herbal stinging nettle preparation
Used for
- Traditional use for mild urinary symptoms associated with benign prostate enlargement.
Usual adult dose
No reliable standard dose; products and extracts vary.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset or nausea.
- Allergic skin reactions.
Important warnings
- Evidence for urinary benefits is limited.
- Seek assessment for difficulty urinating, blood in urine, fever, or worsening symptoms.
- May affect blood pressure or blood sugar.
Pregnancy
Avoid medicinal use during pregnancy; safety is not established.
Breastfeeding
Safety during breastfeeding is not established; medicinal use is best avoided.
Interactions
- May interact with medicines for blood pressure or diabetes.
- May affect diuretics or medicines affecting blood clotting.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.