Description

OVERVIEW

Sarsaparilla is a plant. The root is used to make medicine.
Sarsaparilla is used for treating psoriasis and other skin diseases, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and kidney disease; for increasing urination to reduce fluid retention; and for increasing sweating. Sarsaparilla is also used along with conventional drugs for treating leprosy and for syphilis.

Benefits

• Psoriasis. Sarsaparilla extracts may improve psoriasis symptoms.
• Digestive problems. Sarsaparilla may improve appetite and digestion.
• Rheumatoid arthritis.
• Kidney problems.
• Fluid retention.
• Syphilis.
• Gonorrhea.

Side Effects

Sarsaparilla seems safe for most people when used as a medicine. It might cause stomach irritation, especially when used in larger amounts.