pimpernel
pimpernel
Used Part.
The flowering tops.
Active Principles.
Saponósidos:
cyclamen. Tannins. Ferments. Heterósidos triterpenic.
Essential
oil.
Drug Action.
Popularly used as antifungal, antiviral, healing, sedative, expectorant, diuretic and slightly
sudorific
.
Indications.
For its internal toxicity, it is only recommended for use in topical skin mycosis, and
trophic
ulcers
herpes
zoster
.
Contraindications.
Oral administration (except prescription)
Side Effects.
Topically can cause
contact
dermatitis
, with intense flushing, and even vesicación.
Caution / Poisoning.
The whole plant is toxic, especially the seeds:
contains saponosides with
hemolytic
action, irritating the mucous membranes of digestive and
respiratory
system
. At higher doses produce tremor,
diarrhea
and
a
strong diuresis.
Galenica forms / Dosage.
Topical application:
Juice of fresh plant extract fluid.
Cream (5% extract fluid)
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