Botanical Index No. 916

Scotch Thistle

onopordum acanthium

Medicinal Actions

Antipyretic, Antitussive, Cardiotonic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Laxative, Stimulant, Stomachic

Primary Conditions Treated

Aperitif Amenorrhea Anorexia Cancer face skin Cardiopathy Constipation Convulsion Cough Dermatosis Diarrhea Dyscrasia Fever Lupus Nausea Rash Scab Scabies Sclerosis Scrofula Sore Water Retention Wound

General Dosage

1 tsp herb 3 ×/day.

Safety & Contraindications

Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects — Not covered. “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages”.

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