Indications

Infection
• intestinal parasites
• infectious diarrhea & dysentery
• malaria
• hair parasites (lice, fleas)

Dermatologic
• seborrheic dermatitis (topically)
• acce rosaceae (topically)

Gastrointestinal
• atonic digestive complaints
• dyspepsia
• hypochlorhydria
• pancreatic insufficiency
• gastic ulcers
• gastric esophageal reflux disease (GERD)†
• mild laxative

Hepatobiliary
• biliary insufficiency
• cholestasis
• cholelithiasis (gallstones)
• jaundice
• hepatitis

Actions

• Antiparasitic
• Antimalarial
• Antimicrobial
• Antifungal
• Bitter
• Stomachic
• Hepatic
• Cholagogue
• Choleretic
• Alterative
• Antispasmodic
• Antiulcerogenic
• Antiinflammatory
• Laxative (Mild)
• Emmenagogue

Constituents

• Terpene Lactone (Quassin)
• Phytosterols (Beta-Sitosterol)
• Tannnins

Posology

• Powdered herb: 1/2 tsp/cup boiling water or 1g capsules tid

Safety

• generally regarded as safe
• documented antifertility effects
• Pregnancy • should be avoided