Topical Comfrey

Comfrey is a leafy green plant that has been used for centuries as a feed crop for animals and a medicine for humans. It is commonly included in salves and creams that also contain such herbs as aloe, goldenseal, calendula, and vitamin E.

Comfrey is used as a topical treatment of minor wounds. It may also possess antifungal properties.

Comfrey is not for oral or internal use because of toxicity risks. It should therefore not be applied to broken skin (i.e., it should not be used to treat lacerations or abrasions). In addition, comfrey should not be used during pregnancy and lactation, in infants, and in patients with liver or kidney disease.