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The elderberry is useful when added to the skin while treating wounds. Elderflower is used orally to combat respiratory illnesses such as colds and flu. Some evidence suggests that chemicals in elderflowers and elderberries may help reduce inflammation of mucous membranes, such as the sinuses, and help alleviate nasal congestion. Elder may have propensities to be anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and anticancer. They could have medication reactions with diuretics (water pills), diabetic medications, antibiotics, laxatives, theophylline (Theodor), or immune suppressant medicines.
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