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Agrimony Infused Oil

A traditional salve preparation using Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria), addressing digestive issues, liver support, uti.

salveswestern-herbalismIntermediate4–6 weeks (steeping)Shelf life: 6–12 months stored in a cool, dark placeDosage: Massage into affected area 1–2× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

Digestive IssuesLiver SupportUTIWound HealingDiarrhea

Ingredients

  • AgrimonyAs needed

Instructions

  1. Fill a jar with dried Agrimony.
  2. Pour over a carrier oil until submerged.
  3. Leave for 4–6 weeks, then strain.
  4. Use topically or as a salve base.

Interactions & contraindications

  • Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use
  • Significant kidney impairment — diuretic herbs may worsen renal function

No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Agrimony in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Agrimony itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.

Pregnancy

Use Caution

This herb is processed through the liver, which is already working harder during pregnancy — generally used cautiously and not at high/concentrated doses without guidance. This is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.

Breastfeeding

Use Caution

Liver-processed compounds can appear in breast milk — generally used cautiously and in moderation.

Children

Use Caution

A child's liver is still developing its full drug/herb-processing capacity — these herbs are generally used cautiously and at reduced, age-appropriate doses.

Processed by the liver

Watch for: Any medication that is also processed by liver enzymes (ask your pharmacist — this includes many common prescriptions)

Can alter how quickly the body clears certain medications, raising or lowering their effective dose.

May have a diuretic effect

Watch for: Diuretic medications and lithium

Additive fluid loss can affect electrolyte balance and change how the body clears lithium.