Pitcher plant

Generic name: Pitcher Plant
Brand names: Sarapin
Drug class: Herbal products

Usage of Pitcher plant

Pitcher plant is also known as Eve's Cups, Fly-Catcher, Fly-Trap, Herbe Crapaud, Huntsman's Cup, Nepente, Oreille de Cochon, Petits Cochons, Purple Side-Saddle Flower, Sarapin, Sarracenia, Sarracénie Pourpre, Sarracenia purpurea, Side-Saddle Plant, Smallpox Plant, or Water-Cup.

Pitcher plant taken by mouth has been used in alternative medicine to treat constipation, urinary tract problems, digestion problems, fluid retention, and other conditions. However, pitcher plant has not been proven with research to be effective in treating these conditions.

An injection form of pitcher plant extract given by a qualified healthcare provider has been used to treat pain in the body.

It is not certain whether pitcher plant is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Pitcher plant should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Pitcher plant is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.

Pitcher plant may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.

Pitcher plant side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

The side effects of pitcher plant taken by mouth are not known. The injectable form of pitcher plant may cause a sensation of warmth where it is injected into the body.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Pitcher plant

Before using pitcher plant, talk to your healthcare provider. You may not be able to use pitcher plant if you have certain medical conditions.

It is not known whether pitcher plant will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether pitcher plant passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.

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Warnings

Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Pitcher plant

Other drugs may interact with pitcher plant, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

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