What is pitcher plant?
Pitcher plant is also known as Eve's Cup, Fly Catcher, Huntsman's Cup, Water Cup and others.
Pitcher plant has been used for stomach and digestive problems, for urinary tract disorders, and formerly as a cure for smallpox.
Pitcher plant has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All potential risks and/or advantages of pitcher plant 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.
Pitcher plant may also have uses other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about pitcher plant?
Do not take pitcher plant without first talking to your doctor or health care provider if you are pregnant or could become pregnant. It is not known whether pitcher plant will harm an unborn baby.
Pitcher plant has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All potential risks and/or advantages of pitcher plant may not be known. Additionally, there are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for these compounds. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
What should I discuss with my healthcare professional before taking pitcher plant?
Before taking pitcher plant, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care professional if you have allergies (especially to plants), have any medical condition, or if you take other medicines or other herbal/health supplements. Pitcher plant may not be recommended in some situations.
Do not take pitcher plant without first talking to your doctor or health care provider if you are pregnant or could become pregnant. It is not known whether pitcher plant will harm an unborn baby.
Do not take pitcher plant without first talking to your doctor or health care provider if you are breast-feeding a baby. It is also not known whether pitcher plant will harm a nursing infant.
There is no information available regarding the use of pitcher plant by children. Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without first talking to the child's doctor.