Name of Drug
Agrimoniae herba, agrimony, cocklebur.
Composition of Drug
Agrimony herb consists of the dried, above-ground parts of Agrimonia eupatoria L. and/or A. procera Wallroth [Fam. Rosaceae], harvested shortly before or during flowering, or equivalent preparations in effective dosage.
The herb contains tannins and flavonoids.
Internal:
- Mild, nonspecific, acute diarrhea;
- inflammation of oral and pharyngeal mucosa.
External:
- Mild, superficial inflammation of the skin.
Contraindications
None known.
Side Effects
None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
For internal application:
Average daily dosage:
- 3 g of herb;
- equivalent preparations.
Mode of Administration
Comminuted herb or herb powder for teas; other galenical preparations for external and internal use.
Actions
Astringent