Indications

Infection
• bacterial
- Staphylococcus
- Streptococcus
- Pneumococcus
- Mycobacterium
• fungi
- dermatophytes
- candida
• parasites
:
Respiratory
• colds
• bronchitis
• pneumonia
• strep throat
• tuberculosis

Gynecological
• vaginal infections (suppository)
- bacterial vaginosis
- candidiasis
- trichomonas

Dermatologic
• dandruff (seborrhoic eczema)
• wounds and infections (topical application)
- tinea
- impetigo
- acne
- abscess
- leishmaniasis

Actions

• Antimicrobial
• Antibacterial
• Antiviral
• Antifungal
• Antiparasitic
• Antiinflammatory
• Analgesic
• Immunostimulant
• Expectorant

Constituents

• Benzofurans (E.g. Usnic Acid )

Posology

• Tincture: 60-70 gtt tid or qid; best to lower dose and increase frequency
• Decoction: 30 g in ½ L water
• Vaginal douche: 2 cups, 1-2 hours every day for 1 week; also given orally

Safety

Generally considered safe when used as indicated.

References

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