Clivers (Galium aparine)
50 Ml Tincture 1:2 Liquid Extract
Ethanol 23%
Herbal actions:
- Diuretic – Substance that increases urinary output.
- Alternative -largely used to treat chronic skin and musculoskeletal disorders
- Depurative -Improves Detoxification and aids in elimination to reduce the accumulation of metabolic wastes products within the body
- Anti Inflammatory – Substance that reduces inflammation
- Astringent – Substance that causes constriction of mucous membranes and exposed tissues usually by precipitating proteins.
- Anti neoplastic -Acting to prevent, inhibit or halt the development of a neoplasm (a tumor). An agent with antineoplastic properties.
- Hepatic – Substance that improves the tone , vigor and function of the liver tissue.
- Laxative -Substance that facilitates evacuation of the bowel
- Vulnerary- Substance that promotes the healing of the wounds when applied locally.
Coming from the Plant family( Rubiaceae )cleavers also known as Goosegrass and Clivers, is a very valuable plant and is perhaps the best tonic to cleanse the lymphatic system.
As a lymphatic tonic with alternative and diuretic actions it may be used in a wide range of problems where the lymphatic system is involved.This would be used in conditions in swollen glands (lymphadenitis) anywhere in the body and especially in tonsillitis and in adenoid conditions.
Indications /Prescribing :
- Painful or difficult urination ,inflammation of the kidneys and bladder
- Lymphadenitis ,enlarged lymph nodes , scrofula (tuberculous infection of the cervical lymph nodes)
- Skin diseases and eruptions ,especially psoriasis and eczema
- Kidney stones
Contraindications:
None known
Warnings and Precautions:
None Required
Interactions:
None known
Use in Pregnancy and Lactation
No adverse effects expected
Side Effects :
Noe expected if taken within recommended dosage range
Dosage:
3.5 to 7 ml of 1:2 liquid extract daily
25 to 30 ml of 1:2 liquid extract weekly
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