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Benefits of Ulmus Rubra (Elm).
Other known names include Soft Elm, Red Elm, Gray Elm, Moose Elm and Indian Elm |
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What Is Ulmus Rubra (Elm)?
Ulmus Rubra is an herbal preparation made from the slippery inner bark of a type of elm tree. Slippery elm has long been used in North America for medicinal purposes. Native Americans used preparations made from the bark as a topical antiseptic treatment for wounds, burns and skin irritations, and they ingested it as a treatment for coughs and respiratory problems. Slippery elm is available in powder, capsule and lozenge form. |
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Slippery elm is one of those things that you may have heard about as a possible herbal remedy for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Beyond that, you may not really know what it is, what it does, or how you would take it. Obtaining that essential information can help you to decide if slippery elm is something that you would like to try in an effort to relieve your IBS symptoms. Just remember that as an herbal remedy, there is little research regarding its effectiveness, and the FDA can not recommend it as a treatment for any particular health condition.
More importantly, remember to check with your doctor before trying slippery elm or any other over-the-counter product.
Will it Interact With My Medications?
Slippery elm may interfere with the way that other medications or herbal remedies are absorbed by your body. To avoid this, take slippery elm several hours before or after taking other medications.
The Bottom Line:
Slippery elm is generally considered to be a safe remedy for digestive distress for adults and children. As a supplement, it may be taken when you are experiencing acute symptoms or taken on a regular basis to manage chronic symptoms. If your doctor gives you the go-ahead, it definitely appears to be worth a try.
More importantly, remember to check with your doctor before trying slippery elm or any other over-the-counter product.
Will it Interact With My Medications?
Slippery elm may interfere with the way that other medications or herbal remedies are absorbed by your body. To avoid this, take slippery elm several hours before or after taking other medications.
The Bottom Line:
Slippery elm is generally considered to be a safe remedy for digestive distress for adults and children. As a supplement, it may be taken when you are experiencing acute symptoms or taken on a regular basis to manage chronic symptoms. If your doctor gives you the go-ahead, it definitely appears to be worth a try.
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