Alpine Rose
rhododendron ferrugineum
Medicinal Actions
Analysis pending research update.
Primary Conditions Treated
General Dosage
5–6 g in infusion.
Safety & Contraindications
Not covered. Commission E reports for leaf, toxic diterpenes may be present and chronic use may lead to hydroquinone poisoning. Signs of intoxication: arrhythmia, bradycardia, cold sweats, cramps, diarrhea, dyspnea, hypotension, paresthesia, poor coordination, salivation, stupor, finally leading to possible death through apnea or cardiac failure. There are no reports of serious instances of poisoning of patients used to taking it as an infusion in folk medicine.
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