Staphysagria
Staphysagria
Used Part.
Seed.
Active Principles.
Oil (30 - 50%) alkaloids (1%) delphinidin, delfisina.
Drug Action.
Antiparasitic. The delphinidin
has
similar properties to those of the Aconitine, being equally toxic. Formerly used as antineurálgico.
Indications.
For its potential toxicity, is not recommended for use in internal dose and
weight
(use only in homeopathic form) Externally
was
used against lice and
scabies
.
Caution / Poisoning.
Highly toxic:
The ingestion of two teaspoons of
coffee
seeds can produce death by
respiratory
arrest. Smaller doses cause vomiting and
diarrhea
.
Galenica forms / Dosage.
Lotions, ointments antiparasitic.
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.
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