Botanical Index No. 1026

Temu Lawak

curcuma xanthorrhiza

Medicinal Actions

Analysis pending research update.

Primary Conditions Treated

Alzheimer’s Amenorrhea Anorexia Arthrosis Cancer Childbirth Cholecystosis Dyspepsia Enterosis Fullness Gallstone Gas Gastrosis Hepatosis Inflammation Jaundice Pain Rheumatism Stone Tumor

General Dosage

2 g rhizome; rhizome tea 2–3 ×/day.

Safety & Contraindications

Not covered. “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages”. Commission E reports contraindications: biliary obstruction; adverse effects: GI irritation from continued use.