Goldenseal
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is Goldenseal?
Generic Name: goldenseal
The use of goldenseal in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts
accepted by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements,
consultation with a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with
a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and
coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.
Goldenseal is also known as ox-eye daisy, golden daisy, herb Margaret, maudlinwort,
moon daisy, eye balm, eye root, ground raspberry, Indian dye, jaundice root, orange root, tumeric
root, yellow Indian paint, yellow puccoon, wild curcuma, warnera, Indian plant, yellow root, and
others.
Goldenseal has been used topically (on the skin) to treat minor skin wounds and cold
sores. Goldenseal has been used orally (by mouth) to decrease diarrhea and to boost the immune
system. Some forms of goldenseal have also been used in the eyes as an eye wash.
Goldenseal has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All
potential risks and/or advantages of goldenseal may not be known. Additionally, there are no
regulated manufacturing standards in place for these compounds. There have been instances
where herbal/health supplements have been sold which were contaminated with toxic metals or
other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize
the risk of contamination.
Goldenseal may also have uses other than those listed in this product guide.
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