Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)
safety
Allergies
Avoid in individuals with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to cornflower (Centaurea cyanus), its constituents, or members of the Asteraceae/Compositae family, such as dandelion, goldenrod, ragweed, sunflower, and daisies.
Side Effects and Warnings
There is no safety information currently available for blue cornflower. Cornflower is likely safe when used as a flavoring or in traditional medicinal amounts.
Use cautiously in patients taking anti-inflammatory agents.
Use cautiously in patients in treatment for urinary tract stones.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Cornflower is not recommended in pregnant or breastfeeding women due to a lack of available scientific evidence.
dosing
Adults (18 years and older):
There is no safe or proven effective dose for cornflower.
Children (younger than 18 years):
There is no safe or proven effective dose for cornflower in children.
interactions
Interactions with Drugs
Cornflower flowers may have anti-inflammatory properties and caution is advised when taking cornflower with other anti-inflammatory agents.
Flowers of the blue cornflower may prevent the recurrence of urolithiasis (urinary tract stones). Caution is advised when taking drugs used to treat urolithiasis.
Interactions with Herbs and Dietary Supplements
Cornflower flowers may have anti-inflammatory properties and caution is advised when taking cornflower with other anti-inflammatory herbs or supplements.
Flowers of the blue cornflower may prevent the recurrence of urolithiasis (urinary tract stones). Caution is advised when taking other herbs and supplements used to treat urolithiasis.
