
Burdock
Scientific: | Arctium lappa |
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Other: | Burdock |
Indications
Dermatologic
• chronic skin conditions
- acne
- psoriasis
- eczema
Gastrointestinal
• digestive complaints
- dyspepsia
- hypochlorhydria
Hepatobiliary
• biliary insufficiency
- cholestasis
- cholelithiasis (gallstones)
- jaundice
Musculoskeletal
• chronic rheumatic conditions
- arthritis
- gout
Actions
• alterative
• bitter
• stomachic
• cholagogue
• choleretic
• antimicrobial
• diuretic
• laxative (mild)
Constituents
• Sesquiterpene lactones (e.g. atricol)
• Flavonoids
• Lignins (e.g. arctigenin)
• Inulin (roots)
• Phenoilc acids
• Polyacetylenes
• Tannins
Posology
• Tincture (1:5 in 40% EtOH): 2-4 ml tid
• Liquid extract (1:1 in 25% EtOH): 2-6 ml tid
• Decoction (dried herb): 1 tsp g tid
Safety
Generally considered safe when used as indicated.
References
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Hoffman D. Medical Herbalism. Rochester, Vermont: Healing Arts Press, 2003.
Weiss RF. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers Ltd, 1988.
Williamson EM, ed. Major Herbs of Ayurveda. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 2002
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