Agrimony for acute diarrhea

What this means

Traditional short-term symptomatic relief of mild diarrhea using oral agrimony preparations.

How to use it: Use a labeled oral agrimony preparation and keep oral rehydration as the main self-care measure. Seek care if diarrhea persists beyond 3 days or earlier if red flags appear.

Safety & cautions

EMA traditional-use guidance applies to adults and adolescents over 12 years. Avoid using an herbal product as a substitute for evaluation when dehydration, bleeding, fever, severe pain, or persistent vomiting is present.

Get medical care for symptoms that are severe, last longer than expected, get worse, or otherwise concern you.

Household preparations

Practical ways to use the ingredient may not provide the same form or amount discussed in the evidence.

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