One constituent of bloodroot, sanguinarine, appears to possess topical antibiotic properties. Bloodroot is also often combined with other herbs in cough syrups. Some herbalists recommend drinking bloodroot tea for respiratory ailments, but others consider the herb to be too unpredictable in its side effects. Dosage For the treatment of warts, bloodroot can be made into a paste and applied directly to the involved area. However, start slowly to see how sensitive you are.
Excessive application can lead to severe burns.
Once you ve discovered your tolerance, apply the herb for a day or so, then remove it and wait for the scab to develop and then drop off. This process can be repeated until the wart is gone. Bloodroot tea for treating respiratory illnesses may be made by boiling 1 teaspoon of powdered root in a cup of water and taken 2 or 3 times daily. Safety Issues Oral bloodroot appears to be relatively safe and nontoxic. However, in large doses, it causes nausea and vomiting, and even at lower dosages it has been known to cause peculiar side effects in some people, such as tunnel vision and pain in the feet.