Forsythia
In this Article
- What other names is Forsythia known by?
- What is Forsythia?
- How does Forsythia work?
- Are there safety concerns?
- Are there any interactions with medications?
- Dosing considerations for Forsythia.
How does Forsythia work?
Forsythia might decrease inflammation. However, more information is needed to determine how forsythia might work.Are there safety concerns?
It is not known if forsythia is safe when taken by mouth. There is some information that an injectable form might be safe when used in children.Do not use forsythia if:
- You are pregnant or breast-feeding.
- You are scheduled for surgery in the next two weeks. Forsythia might increase the risk of bleeding.

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