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Skunk Cabbage



Skunk cabbage is an herbal medicine used to treat cough, asthma, and other breathing problems. It may be a slight sedative (causes relaxation or sleep). American Indians used skunk cabbage as a poultice (ground herb, placed on skin) on splinters and thorns to heal skin wounds. Other names for Skunk cabbage include: Symplocarpus foetidus, Dracontium foetidum L, Meadow Cabbage, Pole-Cat Cabbage, and Skunkweed. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you need more information about this medicine or if any information in this leaflet concerns you.


 
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Skunk Cabbage

Uses
Skunk cabbage is an herbal medicine used to treat cough, asthma, and other breathing problems. It may be a slight sedative (causes relaxation or sleep). American Indians used skunk cabbage as a poultice (ground herb, placed on skin) on splinters and thorns to heal skin wounds. Other names for Skunk cabbage include: Symplocarpus foetidus, Dracontium foetidum L, Meadow Cabbage, Pole-Cat Cabbage, and Skunkweed. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you need more information about this medicine or if any information in this leaflet concerns you.

Storage
  • Keep all medicine locked up and away from children.
  • Store medicine away from heat and direct light.
  • Do not store your medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places.
  • Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down and not work the way it should work.
  • Throw away medicine that is out of date or that you do not need.
  • Never share your medicine with others.


How To Use
  • Talk with your caregiver about how much Skunk Cabbage you should take.
  • The amount depends on the strength of the medicine and the reason you are taking Skunk Cabbage.
  • If you are using this medicine without instructions from your caregiver, follow the directions on the medicine bottle.
  • Do not take more medicine or take it more often than the directions tell you to.

Side Effects
  • Stop taking your medicine right away and talk to your doctor if you have any of the following side effects.
  • Your medicine may be causing these symptoms which may mean you are allergic to it. Breathing problems or tightness in your throat or chest . Chest pain . Skin hives, rash, or itchy or swollen skin.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor if you ... are taking medicine or are allergic to any medicine (prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) or dietary supplement) . are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine . are breastfeeding . have any other health problems, such as high blood pressure or heart or blood vessel disease.


Drug Interactions
  • Before taking Skunk Cabbage, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding . The fresh plant may cause skin blistering if touched (3) .

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