Greater Celandine
(chelidonium majus)
50 Ml Tincture 1:2 liquid extract
Ethanol 45%
Herbal actions:
- Choleretic – Substance that the production of bile by the liver
- Cholagogue- Substance that increases the release of stored bile from the gallbladder
- Spasmolytic –Substance that reduces or relives smooth muscle spasm (involuntary contractions)
- Mild laxative – Substance that facilitates evacuation of the bowel
- Anti inflammatory – Substance that reduces inflammation
- Anti viral (topically) Substance that inhibits the growth or destroys viruses
- Vulnerary ( topically)Substance that promotes the healing of wounds when applied topically
Indications and prescribing :
Biliary dyskinesia
Increasing bile flow and pancreatic secretion
Cholangitis ,gallstones, cholecystitis , without stones
Cramping pain of the gastrointestinal tract and gall ducts
Liver disease ,jaundice , bilious dyspepsia , bilious headaches , migraine supraorbital neuralgia, skin conditions ,especially psoriasis
Chronic bronchitis, whooping cough
Topical treatment for warts, indolent ulcers ,fungal growths ,hemorrhoids
Gastrointestinal conditions resulting from poor liver function.
Contraindications:
None known
Warnings and Precautions:
Hepatotoxicity, various adverse reactions may occur such as dry mouth ,dizziness ,gastric discomfort ,diarrhea ,abdominal distension ,nausea
Interactions:
None known
Use in pregnancy and lactation :
No adverse effects expected
Side effects:
see warning and precautions
Dosage :
1-ml of 1:2 liquid extract per day
7-15 ml of 1:2 liquid extract per week
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