Evidence supporting the use of: Blue flag
For the health condition: Menstrual Irregularity

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Blue Flag (Iris versicolor) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American groups and 19th-century American herbalists, as a remedy for various ailments, including menstrual irregularity. Historical accounts and herbal texts from the 1800s mention Blue Flag as an "alterative" and sometimes as a menstrual regulator or emmenagogue, intended to stimulate or normalize menstrual flow. However, these uses are based on empirical tradition rather than rigorous scientific evaluation.

There is a lack of modern clinical research or pharmacological studies supporting the efficacy or safety of Blue Flag for treating menstrual irregularities. No well-designed trials or peer-reviewed studies have validated its use for this purpose, and it is not commonly referenced in contemporary herbal compendia as a treatment for menstrual issues. Furthermore, Blue Flag contains iridin and other compounds that can be toxic in higher doses, and its use is associated with adverse effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, and gastrointestinal irritation.

In summary, the use of Blue Flag for menstrual irregularity is rooted in traditional practices and historical herbal literature, but there is minimal scientific evidence to support its safety or efficacy for this condition. Modern herbalists rarely recommend it for this purpose, and caution is advised due to its potential toxicity.

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