Directions for use: Apply a warm compress to the aching joint or muscle for 15 to 20 minutes. The heat, combined with the absorption of the active ingredients into the skin, provides very effective local relief.
Important safety information:
This product is not a medicine; rosemary is a dietary supplement for mild, everyday ailments. For acute, severe, or chronic pain, or for a diagnosis such as gout, consult a physician. Toxicity if consumed: In large doses (more than 4–6 cups of infusion daily), it may have neurotoxic effects and cause seizures, nausea, and vomiting. Follow the recommended dosage.
Absolute contraindications: Use is prohibited during pregnancy (risk of spontaneous abortion), during lactation, and by individuals with epilepsy or active gastrointestinal ulcers.
Topical use with caution:
Always perform a skin sensitivity test. May cause irritation to sensitive skin.
In summary, rosemary is a wonderful herb in traditional medicine, invaluable in alleviating everyday ailments. Its true value lies in its judicious and respectful use, not in fanciful comparisons that promise the impossible and can distract people from the healthcare they truly need.
