Goldenseal is used to treat several respiratory and skin infections. The herb acts as a stimulant and seems to affect the body's mucous membranes by drying up secretions. Other uses are for relief in:

• Infectious diarrhea, gastritis.
• Ulcers, gallstones, and jaundice.
• Sinusitis and ear infections.
• Laryngitis and sore throats.
• Infected gums.
• Postpartum uterine bleeding.
• Vaginal yeast infections.