Professional Documents
Culture Documents
including
Herbal Medicinal Products
and
Food Supplements
Maria Spiteri
Department of Pharmacy
University of Malta
2011
This book was compiled by Maria Spiteri as part of a project carried out for the partial
fulfillment of the requirements of the course leading to the Degree of Bachelor of Pharmacy
(Hons.). The study was carried out under the supervision of Professor Anthony Serracino-
Inglott, at the Department of Pharmacy, University of Malta, to whom I owe my gratitude
for his guidance.
Information compiled has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable in order
to provide information that is complete and generally in accordance with the standards
accepted at the time of writing. Readers are encouraged to check the product information
on the packaging of the product and/or package insert to be certain that no changes to dose,
contraindications or drug interactions have been made due to recent research and clinical
experience.
The author makes no representation, expressed or implied, with regards to the accuracy of
the information contained in this book, and cannot accept any legal responsibility or liability
for any errors or omissions that may be made.
Preface v
Introduction vi
Acknowledgements viii
Abbreviations ix
Monographs 1
References 169
Indices
Indications Index 191
Contraindications Index 217
Herb Name Index 223
Product Index 229
Monographs
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Butchers Broom 27 Ginger 66
California Poppy 28 Ginkgo 68
Caraway 29 Ginseng Korean 73
Cardamom 29 Goldenseal 77
Cascara Sagrada 30 Gotu Kola 78
Cats Claw 31 Grapeseed 78
Catnip 32 Green Coffee 81
Cayenne 32 Green Tea 82
Celery 33 Griffonia (5-HTP) 85
Centaury 34 Grindelia 86
Chamomile, German 34 Guarana 87
Chickweed 35 Guar Gum 88
Chicory 36 Gymnema 89
Cinchona 36 Hawthorn 89
Cinnamon 37 Hoodia 90
Cleavers 38 Hops 91
Clove 39 Horehound 92
Colts Foot 40 Horny Goat Weed 92
Comfrey 40 Horse Chestnut 93
Corn Silk 41 Horseradish 94
Couch Grass 41 Horsetail 95
Cranberry 42 Hydrangea 95
Cranesbill 44 Hyssop 96
Damiana 44 Iceland Moss 96
Dandelion 45 Ivy Leaf 97
Devils Claw 46 Juniper 97
Dong Quai 47 Karela 98
Echinacea 49 Kelp 99
Elder 51 Kidney Bean 100
Elecampane 52 Kola Nut 100
Ephedra 53 Lavender 101
Eucalyptus 54 Lemon Balm 102
Evening Primrose 55 Lemongrass 103
Eyebright 57 Licorice 104
Fennel 58 Linden 105
Fenugreek 59 Luffa 106
Feverfew 61 Maca 107
Flaxseed 61 Magnolia 108
Gamboge 63 Mallow 108
Garlic 64 Marigold 109
Gentian 66 Marshmallow 110
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Mat 111 Sage 139
Meadowsweet 111 Sarsaparilla 140
Milk Thistle 113 Saw Palmetto 141
Muira-Puama 115 Schisandra 142
Mullein 116 Scotch Pine 143
Myrrh 116 Senna 144
Nasturtium 117 Shiitake Mushroom 145
Neem 117 Siberian Ginseng 145
Nettle 118 Slippery Elm 148
Oats 119 Sorrel 148
Olive 120 St. Johns Wort 149
Oregon Grape 121 Starflower 150
Papaya 122 Sundew 152
Parsley 123 Sweet Clover 153
Passionflower 124 Tamarind 153
Pau DArco 125 Tea Tree 154
Peony 125 Thyme 155
Peppermint 126 Tragacanth 156
Pineapple 127 Turmeric 157
Plantain 128 Uva-Ursi 158
Pomegranate 128 Valerian 159
Prickly Ash 129 Velvet Bean 160
Psyllium 129 White Willow 161
Pumpkin 131 Wild Lettuce 161
Pygeum 132 Wild Oregano 162
Raspberry 132 Wild Yam 162
Red Clover 133 Witch Hazel 163
Rhodiola 133 Wolfberry 164
Rhubarb 134 Wood Betony 164
Rice 135 Wormwood 165
Rose Hip 135 Yarrow 165
Roselle 137 Yellow Dock 166
Rosemary 137 Yohimbe 166
Safflower 138 Yucca 167
Saffron 139
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Preface
In this day and age when the health professionals are giving significant
attention to pharmacovigilance, such work presents a good opportunity to
advance the process of vigilance over medicine use. One may state that the
case of herbal medicines, and also for food supplements, merits an extra
dose of input as present sources of information are lacking compared to
what is available on conventional medicine.
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introduction
The focus of medicinal use has shifted from herbal medicines to synthetic
drugs in the last century. There is a movement to reconsider the benefits
of herbal medicines. There is a school advocating the use of traditional
medicine in addition to a more western type of therapy. Herbal medicines
are, however, contrary to common belief, not immune to adverse effects.
Consequently doctors, pharmacists and other health professionals as
well as patients themselves need to extend their knowledge on herbal
medicines. Patients are continuously taught how to take care of their own
health. Since a number of herbal medicines are used in self care a greater
awareness of the benefits and the possible unwanted effects that may occur
is needed. A good glance into the Maltese islands shows that potentially
harmful reactions could result from use of such medicines since many
believe herbal therapy presents a possibility of causing harm. On the one
hand lack of knowledge on the subject not only by patients but also by
some health professionals could potentially be a cause for adverse effects
while on the other hand misconceptions about herbal medicines may limit
the number of patients who could benefit from their use. Easy access to
patients makes community pharmacists the ideal health care professionals
for offering the necessary information and advice. Pharmacies have the
advantage of being conveniently located and the community pharmacist
is easily accessible and may be approached without the need of a prior
appointment.
It was a pleasure to supervise this work by Maria Spiteri who has worked
hard to deliver such a useful service listing the herbal medicines available
in Malta including those classified as borderline products.
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About this Herbal handbook
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Acknowledgements
Putting together a book of this kind is a great task. It took about three
years of planning, researching, reviewing, writing and rewriting. It also
took patience, resourcefulness and help from some key people in order for
it to become a real entity.
Foremost I offer my sincere gratitude to Professor Lilian M. Azzopardi,
Professor Anthony Serracino-Inglott, Dr Maurice Zarb Adami and Dr
Claire Shoemake from the Department of Pharmacy for suggesting the
title of this project which was the start of my love for complementary
medicine and for their support, advice and guidance throughout.
I am particularly indebted to Dr Everaldo Attard not only for his invaluable
help in the compilation of the indications and contraindications indices
but also for magnificent support in other ways, from book design to the
supply of scientific information and computer assistance.
Many thanks also to all the healthcare professionals and herbal specialists
who helped in the validation process for their professionalism, dedication
and passion because they truly believed that this is a very useful job
resulting in a book which is much needed by most local healthcare
professionals.
Particular thanks are expressed to all the local distributors who have
patiently provided me with complete lists of herbal products that each
and every one of them distributes to the local market and later confirming
that all the products are still available and/or advice about new products
or products which have been discontinued.
Sincere thanks and warm gratitude goes to many, many people that have
provided emotional support and encouragement particularly my parents
and eldest sister Miran, as well my youngest siblings for their patience. I
am also thankful to my aunt, Mary Fenech, for providing me with literature
on herbal products and her help during the validation stage by suggesting
healthcare professionals specialized on complementary medicine, as well
as all my other close relatives and friends.
Finally, a very special thanks to all those who believed in my work and
were willing to help financially so as to be able to print both volume 1
and eventually this book. Particular thanks goes to Mr Gaetano Buttigieg,
managing director of Print Right Ltd, for sponsoring a substantial part of
the printing costs of this book and its copies.
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Abbreviations
5-HTP 5-hydroxytryptophan
ACE Angiotensin converting enzyme
ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder
AIDS Acquired immunodeficiency
syndrome
BP British Pharmacopoeia
BPH Benign prostatic hypertrophy
CHF Congestive heart failure
CLA Conjugate linoleic acid
CNS Central nervous system
COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease
DHA Docosahexaenoic acid
DNA Deoxyribonucleic acid
EFA Essential fatty acid
EPA Eicosapentaenoic acid
EPO Evening primrose oil
Equiv Equivalent
EU European Union
FA Fatty acid
FDA Food and drug administration
GI Gastrointestinal
GLA Gamma linolenic acid
HIV Human influenza virus
HMP Herbal medicinal product
HRT Hormone replacement therapy
HSV Herpes simplex virus
IBD Irritable bowel disease
INR International normalised ratio
LA Linoleic acid
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LDL Low density lipoprotein
MAOI Monoamine oxidase inhibitor
mcg Micrograms
mg Milligrams
MSM Methyl Sulphonyl Methane
NNRTI Non-nucleoside reverse
transcriptase inhibitor
NSAIDs Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs
NYHA New York Heart Association
OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder
OCP Oral contraceptive pill
OTC Over the counter
oz Ounce
PABA Para amino benzoic acid
PMS Premenstrual syndrome
ppm Parts per million
SARS-associated CV SARS-associated coronavirus
SLE Systemic lupus erythematosus
SSRI Selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitor
tsp Teaspoon
UOM University of Malta
UVA Ultraviolet A
UVB Ultraviolet B
UVC Ultraviolet C
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acerola
Monographs
ACEROLA
Malpighia glabra
Family: Malpighiaceae beneficial synergistic effect with soy
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, fruit. & alfalfa4.
AGNUS CASTUS
Vitex agnus-castus
Family: Lamiaceae postmenopausal women6.
Medicinal Parts: Fruit.
Contraindications: Oestrogen or
Indications: progesterone sensitive tumours,
Principal: PMS, irregularities of pregnancy5.
the menstrual cycle, mastalgia,
mastodynia, poor lactation5, 28. Side-effects: Nausea, headache, GI
Major: Acne5, mastopathy, hot flushes disturbances, menstrual disorders,
and sleep disturbances in pre- and acne, pruritus, erythematous rash5, 7.
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alfalfa
ALFALFA
Medicago sativa
Family: Fabaceae children under 1813, pregnant or
Medicinal Parts: Whole flowering breast-feeding9, 12.
plant, germinating seeds.
Side-effects: Photosensitivity11, mild
Indications: GI symptoms (stomach discomfort,
Principal: Hypercholesterolemia; diarrhea, flatulence), hypoglycemia,
used as a source of nutrients including muscle pain, fatigue, abnormal blood
vitamins9. cell count13.
Major: Diabetes11, 28; malfunctioning
of the thyroid gland28. Drug interactions: HRT, anti-
Minor: Kidney, bladder & prostate oestrogen therapy, contraceptive pill,
disorders; asthma; arthritis10, 11. anticoagulants14.
Cautions: Undergoing HRT, taking Dose: 5-10g dried herb three times
birth control medications12, diabetes13. daily; 5-10ml liquid extract (1:1 in
25% alcohol) three times daily9, 12.
Contraindications: History of SLE,
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aloe vera
ALOE VERA
Aloe barbadensis
Family: Aloeaceae Contraindications: Hypersensitivity
Medicinal Parts: Leaves. to aloe or with nausea, vomiting or
signs & symptoms of GI obstruction5,
Indications: GI obstruction, appendicitis,
Principal: Topically as an emollient abdominal pain of unknown origin,
for wounds, burns, sunburn, mild children under 128, pregnancy and
abrasion15, 16, 17. lactation, chronic constipation, kidney
Major: Occasional constipation15, 16, 17. disorders, haemorrhoids, irritable
Minor: Ulcers, psoriasis, genital bowel conditions15.
herpes, radiation-induced dermatitis,
type 2 diabetes, HIV infection, Side-effects: Cramping, diarrhoea,
ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel dependency or worsening of
syndrome, lung cancer prevention5, constipation, red urine16, 17,
16, 17
. hypersensitivities and contact
dermatitis to aloe5.
Cautions: Thyrotoxicosis5, heart
disease, electrolyte abnormalities, Drug interactions: Antidiabetic
diabetes or hypoglycemia16. Avoid therapy, laxatives, cardiac glycosides,
excessive and long-term use (more antiarrhythmic drugs18; thiazide
than 2 weeks), as potassium losses diuretics, corticosteroids, licorice
may occur, which may alter cardiac roots cause exacerbation of
electrophysiology5. potassium depletion14.
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aloe vera
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aloe vera
Tablets; Di calcium phosphate 268mg, Erbalax Forte Compresse (Erba Vita) see
calcium carbonate 105mg, micro Senna
crystalline cellulose 100mg, aloe vera
concentrate 80mg, pineapple extract Gastro-Vit Formula (Vega)
50mg, fennel seed extract 30mg, Capsules; Aloe vera whole leaf extract
chamomile extract 30mg, papaya latex 200:1 equiv. to herb 2000mg; oat bran
extract 20mg, magnesium stearate 14mg, 50mg; aniseed fruit oil and powder
lactobacillus acidophilus 1mg, peppermint 20mg; caraway fruit/seed oil and powder
essential oil 1mg, silica 1mg. 20mg; deglycyrrhised liquorice root
Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd. extract 20mg; ginger root powder 10mg;
cardamon pod oil 10mg; cinnamon bark
Bromelain Complex (Vega) oil 10mg; activated organic charcoal
Capsules; Aloe vera whole leaf extract 50mg; prebiotic fructooligosaccharides
200:1 equiv. to herb 2000mg, bromelain 50mg; lipase 10mg; peppermint leaf
200mg, vitamin C 60mg, DL-phenylalanine powder 10mg; protease 10mg; Vega
50mg, flaxseed seed powder 50mg, malic Phytoantioxidant BaseTM 50mg providing
acid 50mg, pumpkin seed powder 50mg, antioxidants and prebiotics: apple and
niacin 18mg, vitamin E 10mg, zinc 7.5mg, mixed wild berries concentrate 8:1, equiv.
pantothenic acid 6mg, vitamin B6 2mg, to herb 80mg, prebiotic acacia gum 40mg.
vitamin B2 1.6mg, vitamin B1 1.4mg, Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
manganese 0.25mg, folate 200mcg,
selenium 100mcg, copper 50mcg, vitamin Herbal Cream (HealthAid) see Arnica
B12 1mcg.
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd. Multi-Gyn ActiGel (MultiGyn)
Gel; Aloe barbadensis extract, *2QR-
Coloclear Extra (Higher Nature) see complex.
Flaxseed Local Distributor: Svea Distributors Co. Ltd.
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ananas
Emulsion; Aloe barbadensis extract, lactic Lip Balm; Aloe vera, shea butter, beeswax,
acid, lavendula angustifolia, 2QR-complex. vitamin E.
Local Distributor: Svea Distributors Co. Ltd. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
ANanas
see Pineapple
ANGELICA
Angelica archangelica
Family: Umbelliferae such as mild GI spasms, flatulence,
Medicinal Parts: Seed, whole herb, eructation, bloating or sluggish
root. digestion; loss of appetite, anorexia
nervosa8, 9, 19, 28.
Indications: Major: Bronchitis, respiratory catarrh,
Principal: Dyspeptic complaints rheumatic and arthritic conditions,
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anise
ANISE
see Aniseed
ANISEED
Pimpinella anisum
Family: Umbelliferae Minor: To stimulate lactation9, 19.
Medicinal Parts: Essential oil from External
ripe & dried fruit. As diluted anise oil to treat lice and
scabies9, 19.
Indications:
Internal Cautions: Pregnancy, lactation
Principal: Dyspeptic complaints such (increases milk secretions, promotes
as flatulence and colic especially in menstruation & facilitates birth),
children, nausea, indigestion9, 19. patients on OCP, HRT or MAOIs9, 14.
Major: Catarrhs of the respiratory
tract, bronchitis, whooping cough, Contraindications: Hypersensitivity
spasmodic cough9, 19, 20. to anise or related plants in the
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arnica
Umbelliferae family such as fennel, Altaflora Gastrogel (Alta Care) see Aloe
cumin and coriander14. Vera
ARNICA
Arnica montana
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Minor: Furunculosis, phlebitis,
Medicinal Parts: Flowers, leaves, cardiac insufficiency, angina pectoris,
rhizome, roots. myocarditis8, 9, 19, 20.
Others: Oedema during the early
Indications: postoperative period23, 24, phrophylaxis
Principal: Bruises, sprains23. of pain in tonsillectomy25.
Major: Unbroken chilblains,
dislocations, inflammation caused by Cautions: For use only on unbroken
insect bites, oedema associated with skin19.
fractures, rheumatic complaints in
muscles and joints8, 9, 19, 20. Contraindications: Other known
hypersensitivity to other family
members of the family Compositae,
Arnica should not be taken internally except
in suitable homeopathic dilutions. Oral
and Tagetes spp. (Marigold)14, 19, 20, 26,
administration of arnica is often accompanied
27
.
by severe side effects and may even lead to
death8.
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arnica
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artichoke
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astragalus
ASTRAGALUS
see Tragacanth
BAMBOO
Arundinaria japonica
Family: Poaceae evidence to safely recommend the use
Medicinal Parts: Young shoots. of bamboo.
BAOBAB
Adansonia digitata
Family: Bombacaceae urinary disorders28.
Medicinal Parts: Roots, fruit, leaves. Major: Malaria, ulcer, skin problems,
anaemia28.
Indications:
Principal: Fever, mild diarrhoea, Cautions: The plant contains tartaric
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barberry
acid which is mildly irritating in high Reintegra MgKB Balance (Erba Vita)
concentrations28. Sachets; Baobab fruit pulp 325mg,
magnesium 375mg, potassium 300mg,
vitamin B3 27mg, vitamin B6 3mg,
Side-effects: None known. vitamin B2 2.4mg, vitamin B1 2.1mg,
vitamin B9 200mcg, vitamin B12 2.5mcg.
Drug interactions: No human drug Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
information is available.
BARBERRY
Berberis vulgaris
Family: Berberidaceae Contraindications: Pregnancy14, 28,
Medicinal Parts: Fruit, root, bark. use of NSAIDs28.
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barley
BARLEY
Hordeum distichon
Family: Graminaceae Dose: Boil 1 part barley in 9 parts
Medicinal Parts: Polished grain water for 20 minutes and strain; a
without the husk. dose is from 1 to 4 oz28.
BEAN POD
see Kidney Bean
BEARBERRY
see Uva Ursi
BETONY
see Wood Betony
BILBERRY
Vaccinium myrtillus
Family: Ericaceae Principal: Prevention of cataract
Medicinal Parts: Dried leaves, dried worsening, impaired night
ripe fruit or fresh fruit. vision, macular degeneration33,
haemorrhoids5, 8, 14, 28, 36.
Indications: Major: Non-specific acute diarrhoea,
Fruit inflammation of the mouth and
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bilberry
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bilberry
TotallyWise (Vega) see Green Tea Vitalize Regenerative Formula (Vega) see
Siberian Ginseng
Vein Support Formula (Vega) see Ginkgo
V-VeinTM (HealthAid) see Horse Chestnut
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birch leaf
BIRCH LEAF
Betulae folium
Family: Betulaceae Contraindications: Oedema in
Medicinal Parts: Bark, leaves & cardiac or renal insufficiency8, 19.
buds.
Side-effects: None known in
Indications: conjunction with the proper
Internal administration of designated
Principal: To promote diuresis in the therapeutic doses8, 19, 28.
treatment of ailments which require
it including irrigation in bacterial and Drug interactions: None known8, 19,
inflammatory disorders of the urinary 28
.
tract and for kidney gravel8, 19, 28.
Major: In adjunct therapy for Dose: 2-3g of dried leaf several times
rheumatic ailments and in gout8, 19, 28. daily in infusion or as an equivalent
External aqueous or hydroethanolic extract8, 19.
Hair loss, dandruff 28.
HaemoVit Liquid GoldTM (HealthAid) see
Cautions: Ensure copious fluid Sarsaparilla
intake8. Slim-Rite (HealthAid) see Alfalfa
BISSY NUT
see Kola Nut
BITTER MELON
see Karela
BITTER ORANGE
Citrus aurantium
Family: Rutaceae including dyspepsia & vomiting, loss
Medicinal Parts: Fresh & dried of appetite5, 8, 28, 40.
fruit peel, flowers, seeds, extracted Major: As a sedative41 for nervous
essential oil. tension & insomnia, gout, sore throat,
anorexia5, 8, 19, 28.
Indications: Minor: Obesity42.
Principal: Gastric complaints Others: Chronic bronchitis28.
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black cohosh
BLACK COHOSH
Cimicifuga racemosa
Family: Ranunculaceae cycle and urogenital symptoms
Medicinal Parts: Fresh and dried (vaginal dryness & itching)5, 28, 45, 46,
root. 47, 48
.
Major: Premenstrual complaints,
Indications: dysmenorrhoea, uterine spasm5, 45.
Principal: Menopausal disorders Minor: Muscular rheumatism,
including neurovegatative rheumatoid arthritis, mild depression,
symptoms (hot flushes, fits of tinnitus, sore throat, bronchitis28, 45.
perspiration, night sweats, sleep
disorders), psychological symptoms
(nervousness, mood swings, Interactions may occur with the fruit and fruit
depressed mood, physical and mental products. There are no known interactions
fatigue), disturbances of the menstrual between the essential oils and conventional
medicines5.
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black elderberry
BLACK ELDERBERRY
see Elder
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bladderwrack
BLADDERWRACK
Fucus vesiculosus
Family: Fucaceae failure, acne, allergic reactions28.
Medicinal Parts: Dried and fresh
thallus. Drug interactions: Anticoagulants,
antiplatelets, thrombolytic agents,
Indications: low molecular weight heparins,
Principal: Obesity associated hypoglycemic agents28.
with iodine deficiency and
hypothyroidism8, 28, 45. Dose: Daily dose: dried thallus, 0.8-2
Major: Lymphadenoid goiter, gm; liquid extract (1:1, 25% ethanol),
arteriosclerosis8, 28, 45. 1-2 ml; tincture (1:5, 25% ethanol),
Minor: Digestive disorders, sprains8, 4-10ml45.
28
, rheumatism45.
Altadrine Day Burner (Alta Care) see
Cautions: Long-term use of Grapeseed
bladderwrack is not recommended;
Altadrine Night Burner (Alta Care) see
avoid using iodine supplements while Green Tea
taking bladderwrack28.
Aquaflow (HealthAid) see Dandelion
Contraindications: Hyperthyroidism,
cardiac problems, pregnancy, Silvia Women Formula (Alta Care) see
Guarana
lactation28, 45.
Slim-Rite (HealthAid) see Alfalfa
Side-effects: Exacerbation or
induction of hyperthyroidism, renal
BLESSED THISTLE
Cnicus benedictus
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae externally for wounds and ulcers28.
Medicinal Parts: Dried leaves, upper
stems. Cautions: Drug exhibits a strong
potential for sensitization due to
Indications: cross-reactions with other members
Principal: Dyspepsia, loss of appetite, of the Compositae family particularly
flatulence8, 9, 28. mugwort and cornflower9, 28.
Minor: Anorexia, fever & colds,
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boldo
BOLDO
Peumus boldo
Family: Monimiaceae pregnancy8, 9, 19, 28, existing kidney
Medicinal Parts: Leaves. disorders9.
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boneset
BONESET
Eupatorium perfoliatum
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Contraindications: Pregnancy,
Medicinal parts: The herb after lactation9.
flowering.
Side-effects: Sensitization after skin
Indications: contact with the plant, outbreaks of
Principal: Influenza9, 14, 28, 53. sweat, diarrhoea28, nausea14.
Major: Acute bronchitis9, 53.
Minor: Nasopharyngeal catarrh, Drug interactions: None noted.
febrile diseases9, 28, 53.
Dose: Herb: 1-2 gm or by infusion
Cautions: Hypersensitivity to other three times daily; Liquid extract:
members of the Asteraceae family9, 1-2ml three times daily; Tincture:
14, 28
. 1-4ml three times daily9.
BORAGE
see Starflower
BOSWELLIA
Boswellia serrata
Family: Burseraceae Cautions: Pre-existing gastritis28.
Medicinal Parts: Resin gum exuded
when incisions are made in the bark Contraindications: None noted.
of the trunk.
Side-effects: Retrosternal burning,
Indications: nausea, abdominal fullness, epigastric
Principal: Inflammatory bowel pain, anorexia, dermatitis28, skin
disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohns rash14.
disease)54, 55, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
arthritis14, 28, 56 . Drug interactions: Possibly, food
Major: Collagenous colitis (a cause of may increase bioavailability of
chronic diarrhoea)28, 56, 57, asthma28, 58. boswellic acids; drugs that inhibit
Minor: Dysentery, pulmonary disease, P-glycoproteins and/or cytochrome
ringworm14. P450 isoenzymes but data is sparse56.
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brahmi
BRAHMI
Bacopa monnieri
Family: Scrophulariaceae Dose: Dried aerial parts of herb:
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts mainly 5-10 g/day; Fluid extract (1:2) or
the leaves and stems. equivalent oral dose form: 5-13 ml/
day in divided doses. Cognitive
Indications: activator effects: 300mg/day 5.
Principal: Improve cognitive function
learning, memory, intelligence; Brainvit (HealthAid)
neuroprotection against Alzheimers Tablets; 150mg brahmi extract (20:1)
(equivalent to 3000mg powder), 60mg
disease59; anxiety5, 60, 61, 62.
ginkgo biloba extract (50:1) (equivalent
Major: Gastric ulcers61, bronchitis to 3000mg powder) (standardised to
& asthma, epilepsy at high doses, min 24% gingkoflavonglycosides & 6%
diarrhoea-predominant form of triterpene lactones), 30mg gotu kola
irritable bowel syndrome5, 60. extract (4:1) (equivalent to 120mg of
Minor: Hypothyroidism, gotu kola powder), 67mg vitamin E,
60mg vitamin C, 50mg L-tyrosine, 50mg
cardiovascular disease5, 60.
L-phenylalanine, 50mg L-methionine,
50mg L-arginine, 50mg alpha lipoic acid,
Cautions: Hyperthyroidism5. 34mg natural mixed carotenoids, 25mg
phosphatidyl choline, 25mg phosphatidyl
Side-effects: None known with the serine, 20mg Co-Q10, 20mg acetyl-L-
therapeutic doses. carnitine, 20mg L-glutathione, 20mg
L-glutamine, 18mg niacin, 15mg thiamin,
14mg zinc, 14mg iron, 12mg pantothenic
Drug interactions: Cholinergic acid, 3.2mg riboflavin, 400mcg folic acid,
drugs5 including perphenazine, 200mcg selenium, 50mcg vitamin B12.
prochlorperazine, thioridazine63. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
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buchu
BUCHU
Barosmae folium
Family: Rutaceae stomach45; signs of irritation with the
Medicinal Parts: Leaves. volatile oil28.
BUCKTHORN
Rhamnus catharticus
Family: Rhamnaceae Cautions: Pregnancy, lactation. Not
Medicinal Parts: Whole, ripe, dried suitable for long term use28.
fruit; fresh ripe fruit.
Contraindications: Intestinal
Indications: obstruction, acute inflammatory
Principal: Constipation, bowel intestinal diseases, appendicitis,
movement relief in cases of anal abdominal pain of unknown origin,
fissures & haemorrhoids28. children under 12 years of age28.
Major: After recto-anal surgery, in
preparation for diagnostic intervention Side-effects:
in the GI tract, to achieve softer Major: Spasmodic GI complaints28.
stools28. On long term use: Potassium
Others: Poor digestion28. deficiency, nephropathy, oedema,
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buckwheat
BUCKWHEAT
Fagopyrum esculentum
Family: Polygonaceae 50 Plus Once A Day (Quest)
Medicinal Parts: Fresh aerial parts, Tablets; Vitamin A 375mcg, beta carotene
3mg, alpha carotene 45mcg, cryptoxanthin
leaves and flowers collected during
10.6mcg, zeaxanthin 10.6mcg, lutein
the flowering season and later dried. 6.8mcg, vitamin D 5mcg, vitamin E
17mg, thiamine 19.5mg, riboflavin 25mg,
Indications: niacin 25mg, vitamin B6 5mg, folacin
Principal: Chronic venous 100mcg, vitamin B12 25mcg, biotin
insufficiency, hypertension, 29mcg, pantothenic acid 25mg, vitamin C
prophylaxis to prevent general 75mg, calcium 77mg, phosphorus 43.9mg,
iron 7.5mg, magnesium 30mg, zinc 5mg,
hardening of the arteries28. copper 500mcg, manganese 500mcg,
Major: Type-2 diabetes, venous stasis, iodine 50mcg, selenium 16mcg, chromium
varicose veins28. 12.5mcg, molybdenum 12.5mcg,
vanadium 12.5mcg, choline bitartrate
Cautions/contraindications: None 25mg, inositol 25mg, methionine 25mg,
known. PABA 25mg, bioflavonoids 14.3mg, lysine
HCl 11mg, lecithin 15mg, papain 1mg,
rutin 1mg, betaine HCl 6mg, hesperidin
Side-effects: None known. 5mg, cysteine 0.3mg.
Local Distributor: Pharma MT Ltd.
Drug interactions: None known.
Altadrine Day Burner (Alta Care) see
Dose: 5 drops, 1 tablet or 10 globules Grapeseed
every 30 to 60 minutes (acute) or 1 to
Day-vit Probio (HealthAid)
3 times daily (chronic)28. Tablets; Rutin 8mg, papain 6mg,
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buckwheat
bromelain 5mg, apple pectin 5mg, other carotenoids 12mcg, iodine 150mcg,
hesperidin complex 20mg, silica 3mg, zinc 10mg, citrus bioflavonoid complex
CoQ10 5mg, lutein 2mg, vitamin A powder 25mg, betaine hydrochloride
800mcg, vitamin D 5mcg, vitamin 25mg, rutin powder 25mg, boron 0.5mg,
E 10mg, vitamin C 60mg, thiamin copper 1000mcg, vitamin D 10mcg,
1.4mg,riboflavin 1.6mg, niacin 18mg, vitamin B12 75mcg, biotin 75mcg, iron
vitamin B6 2mg, folic acid 200mcg, 1.3mg, selenium 25mcg, hesperidin 5mg,
vitamin B12 1mcg, biotin 150mcg, folic acid 400mcg, powdered herbal base
pantothenic acid 6mg, vitamin K 30mcg, 4mg (alfalfa, acerola extract, kelp, parsley,
calcium 100mg, phosphorus 50mg, watercress, rose hip), chromium 25mcg.
iron 14mg, magnesium 50mg, zinc Local Distributor: Natural Remedies
15mg, iodine 150mcg, copper 1000mcg,
manganese 2mg, potassium 5mg, selenium Hawthorn Compound (Power Herbs)
100mcg, chromium 40mcg, molybdenum Tablets; Green buckwheat powder 80mg,
50mcg, chloride 5mg, choline bitartrate garlic powder extract (2.5:1) 60mg,
50mg, inositol 100mg,probiotic cultures hawthorn powder extract (5:1) 8mg, citrus
(Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium, Bifidus, bioflavonoids 6.3mg.
Lactobacillus Rhamonosus) 2 billion. Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Healthy Mega (HealthAid)
Ester-C 1000mg Plus Vitamin C Prolonged release tablets; Rutin 25mg,
(Solgar) see Acerola alfalfa powder 10mg, guar gum 10mg,
kelp powder 10mg, golden seal root
Ester-C Formula (Vega) see Rose Hip powder 7mg, papain 6mg, horse grass
powder 5mg, apple pectin 5mg, bromelain
Fema45+ (Lamberts) 5mg, betain hydrochloride 30mg, vitamin
Tablets; Rutin 10mg, vitamin A 30mcg, A 375mcg, vitamin D 11mcg, vitamin
vitamin D 5mcg, vitamin E 50mg, vitamin E 90.6mg, vitamin C 300mg, thiamine
C 60mg, thiamine 2mg, riboflavin 2mg, 85mg, riboflavin 100mg, niacin 18mg,
niacin 9mg, vitamin B6 4mg, folic acid vitamin B6 60mg, folic acid 400mcg,
200mcg, vitamin B12 50mcg, biotin vitamin B12 110mcg, biotin 0.2mg,
0.075mg, pantothenic acid 6mg, vitamin pantothenic acid 51mg, vitamin K 12mcg,
K 0.025mg, calcium 100mg, iron 3.75 calcium 139mg, iron 10mg, magnesium
mg, magnesium 75mg, zinc 7.5mg, iodine 40mg, zinc 8mg, iodine 235mg, boron
75mcg, manganese 2mg, copper 0.6mg, 100mcg, choline 41mg, chromium
selenium 100mcg, chromium 50mcg, sulphate 200mcg, copper 400mcg, inositol
choline bitartrate 2.5mg, inositol 2.5mg, 100mg, manganese 2mg, molybdenum
querceptin 12.5mg, PABA 2.5mg, boron 10mcg, para amino benzoic acid 50mg,
1mg. potassium 27mg, selenium 15mcg,
Local Distributor: Health Plus glutamic acid 25mg, lecithin 10mg, citrus
bioflavonoids 50mg, hesperidin 10mg,
Formula VM-75 (Solgar) silica 2mg, di-calcium phosphate 133mg,
Tablets; Vitamin C 250mg, calcium 64mg, acacia 20mg, vegetable stearic acid 36mg,
vitamin E 100mg, thiamin 75mg, vitamin vegetable magnesium stearate 8mg.
B6 75mg, pantothenic acid 75mg, vitamin Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
B2 92mg, niacin 75mg, inositol 75mg,
choline 31mg, magnesium 32mg, natural Horse Chestnut Complex (Lamberts) see
source betacarotene 4.5mg providing Horse Chestnut
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buckwheat
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burdock
BURDOCK
Arctium lappa
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae combined due to the alcohol content28.
Medicinal Parts: Ripe seed, fresh/
dried roots. Dose: Dried root 2-6 gm by infusion
3 times daily; Liquid extract 2-8 ml 3
Indications: times daily; Tincture 8-12 ml 3 times
Principal: Ichthyosis, psoriasis, daily; Decoction 500 ml per day9.
seborrhea of the scalp (used
externally)28, 65. 2-Day DetoxPlan (HealthAid) see Milk
Major: Ailments & complaints Thistle
of the GI tract, as a diaphoretic
Aquaflow (HealthAid) see Dandelion
and diuretic66; rheumatism; blood
purifying8, 28. Burdock (HealthAid)
Minor: Carbuncles, ulcers, erythema Tablets; 140mg standardised burdock root
of the skin, gout, acne, sore throat9, 28. extract and raw powder (Arctium lappa)
Others: Cancer66. 4:1 equiv. to 560mg of raw burdock root
powder.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Cautions: Excessive doses may
interfere with existing hypoglycaemic CellusiteTM (HealthAid) see White Willow
therapy9.
Flodol Artro (Alta Care) see
Contraindications: Pregnancy 9, 28
. Meadowsweet
Drug interactions: Burdock tincture Milk Thislte Plus (FSC) see Milk Thistle
or alcohol extract with disulfiram
or metronidazole should not be Perfectil (Vitabiotics) see Echinacea
BUTCHERS BROOM
Ruscus aculeatus
Family: Ruscaceae insufficiency67 such as pain &
Medicinal Parts: Herb, rhizome. heaviness28, 68.
Major: Cramps in legs, itching &
Indications: swelling28, 67.
Principal: Haemorrhoids, varicose Minor: Orthostatic hypotension69.
veins, discomfort of chronic venous
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calendula
CALENDULA
see Marigold
CALIFORNIA POPPY
Eschscholtzia californica
Family: Papaveraceae vegetative-dystonic disorders,
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts vasomotor dysfunction, vegetative-
collected during the flowering season endocrine syndrome, constitutional
and dried. weakness of the nervous system,
vasomotor cephalgia28.
Indications:
Principal: Insomnia28, 70, 71. Contraindications: Pregnancy28, 70.
Major: Aches, nervous agitation,
enuresis nocturna in children, Side-effects: None known.
bladder & liver diseases, depression,
neurasthenia28, 70, 71. Drug interactions: Benzodiazepines,
Minor: Neuropathy, mood swings, CNS depressants70.
weather sensitivity, organic neuroses,
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capsicum
CAPSICUM
see Cayenne
CARAWAY
Carum carvi
Family: Umbelliferae Side-effects: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Fruit; oil obtained
from the squashed fruit when ripe. Drug interactions: None known.
CARDAMOM
Elettaria cardamomum
Family: Zingiberaceae dyspeptic complaints8, 19, 74.
Medicinal Parts: The oil extracted Major: Morning sickness, vomiting &
from the seeds and fruit & seeds diarrhoea, loss of appetite, Roemheld
harvested shortly after ripening. syndrome26.
Minor: Hypertension, epilepsy74.
Indications: Others: Mouth freshener19.
Principal: Flatulent dyspepsia,
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cascara sagrada
CASCARA SAGRADA
Rhamnus purshiana
Family: Rhamnaceae impaction, nausea, vomiting,
Medicinal Parts: Dried bark. appendicitis, abdominal pain of
unknown origin, pregnancy, breast-
Indications: feeding, children under 12 years of
Principal: Constipation8, 9, 28, 45, 75, age8, 14, 28, 45.
defecation with anal fissures or
haemorrhoids 28, 45. Side-effects:
Major: Recto-anal post-operative Common: Spasmodic GI complaints8,
treatment28, 45. 14, 28
.
Minor: In diagnostic preparation of On long term use/abuse: Disturbances
the GI tract28. of electrolyte balance especially
Others: Rheumatism28. potassium deficiency, albuminuria,
haematuria, pigmentation of the
Cautions: Avoid excessive laxative colonic mucosa, heart arrhythmias,
use & prolonged use**, adequate neuropathies, oedema, accelerated
fluid intake (may lead to electrolyte bone deterioration8, 28.
imbalance)28.
Drug interactions: Cardiac
Contraindications: Intestinal & glycosides especially digoxin63,
bowel obstruction, acute inflammatory potassium-depleting diuretics,
intestinal disease (colitis, Crohns corticosteroids8, 14, 28, 45, 75.
disease, irritable bowel), foecal
Dose: 20-30 mg hydroxyanthracene
derivatives daily28.
Preparation should be used only if no effects
can be obtained through change of diet or use of Erbalax Forte Compresse (Erba Vita)
bulk-forming products8.
see Senna
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cats law
CATS CLAW
Uncaria tomentosa
Family: Rubiaceae molecular weight heparins (cats claw
Medicinal Parts: Root bark. may increase risk of bleeding if taken
with these medications)28.
Indications:
Principal: All forms of arthritis, Dose: 250-1000 mg daily; Decoction
rheumatism and other inflammatory dosage: 60ml once daily in the
diseases14, 28, 76. morning on an empty stomach28.
Major: Gastric ulcers; viral diseases
including herpes zoster, herpes Arthurs Formula Ltd (Power Health) see
simplex, HIV, cancer14, 28, 77, 78, 79. Devils Claw
Others: Diarrhoea, gastritis, treatment
Cats Claw (HealthAid)
of wounds, asthma80, menstrual Liquid; Cats claw extract 1:3 (equiv. of
irregularity, as a contraceptive28, 78, 79. 330mg of cats claw herb in 1ml).
Tablets; Cats claw powder 315mg, cats
Cautions: Drugs metabolized by claw standardised extract 160mg.
P450 3A4 enzyme should be taken Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
with caution14, 28, patients receiving
Cats Claw (Power Herbs)
antihypertensive therapy. Tablets; Cats claw bark powder extract
34mg (containing 3% total alkaloids and
Contraindications: Autoimmune 15% polyphenols).
disease, immunosuppressants, bone Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
marrow transplantation, pregnancy,
breast-feeding28. Cats Claw Herbal Complex (Vega)
Capsules; Cats claw inner bark powder
300mg (equiv. to 1000mg cats claw inner
Side-effects: Reduced serum bark herb); cats claw inner bark extract
oestradiol and progesterone with (4:1) 175mg (min. 15% polyphenols, 3%
long term use, renal failure81, alkaloids).
hypotension14, 28. Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons
Ltd.
Drug interactions: Anticoagulants,
Immuno baby (Erba Vita) see Echinacea
antiplatelets, thrombolytic agents, low
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catnip
CATNIP
Nepeta cataria
Family: Labiatae Contraindications: Pregnancy28.
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts of the
plant. Side-effects: None known.
CAYENNE
Capsicum species
Family: Solanaceae after use unless treating the hands28, 83.
Medicinal Parts: Fresh or dried
fruits. Contraindications: Open wounds
or eyes, stomach ulcers or stomach
Indications: inflammation, chronic irritable bowel,
Principal: Muscular pain in areas of GI, hepatic or renal disease9, 28, 83.
shoulder, arm & spine of adults and
school-age children8; rheumatism; Side-effects:
digestive ailments; dyspepsia; Common: Burning, stinging & redness
frostbite83; chronic lumbago9, 28. of the skin (these effects lessen or
Major: Prophylactic therapy for disappear over a few days time with
atherosclerosis, stroke & heart repeated application)28.
disease83; sea sickness28. Others: Diarrhoea, intestinal &
Minor: As a gargle for hoarseness, gallstone colics (with internal
sore throat, infected throat28, 83. administration); blister, ulcer
Others: Loss of appetite (in formation (with external
compound preparations); for lowering applications)9, 28.
the temperature in malaria, yellow
fever, scarlet fever & typhus; Drug interactions: Aspirin
alcoholism28. (beneficial interaction)28, 63; ACE
inhibitors; anticoagulants, antiplatelet
Cautions: Pregnancy, breast- agents, thrombolytic agents,
feeding83. Wash hands immediately low molecular weight heparins;
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celery
CELERY
Apium graveolens
Family: Umbelliferae (beneficial interaction), phenobarbital,
Medicinal Parts: Root, above-ground thyroxine, warfarin (when celery is
foliage and stems, fruit (seeds), oil taken in high doses)5.
extracted from seeds.
Dose: Seeds: 1.2 to 4 gm; Infusion: 1
Indications: gm drug28.
Principal: Arthritis, rheumatism,
gout5, 8, 9, 28, 45, 84, 85. 4.3.2.1 Performance Detox (Arkopharma)
Major: Urinary tract infection, fluid see Green Tea
retention, high total serum cholesterol
& triglycerides86, prophylactic for 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Day & Night
colon cancer development5, 28. (Arkopharma) see Green Tea
Minor: Nervousness, hysteria,
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Organic (Arkopharma)
exhaustion, loss of appetite, cough, see Green Tea
helminthic infections5, 8, 28.
Others: Mosquito repellant87. Celery Seed 200mg (Power Herbs)
Capsules; Celery seed 200mg.
Contraindications: Pregnancy, Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
kidney disorders5, 8, 28, 45.
MSM Glucosamine Joint Complex
(Higher Nature)
Side-effects: Allergic reactions8, 45. Tablets; Vitamin C 30mg, zinc 5mg,
copper 250mcg, boron 250mcg, MSM
Drug interactions: NSAIDs 450mg, glucosamine 180mg, ginger
75mg, nettle 75mg, celery seed powder
Use should be limited to 2 days and should 75mg, korean ginseng 15mg, kelp 5mg.
only be used again after 2 weeks28. Local Distributor: Health Plus
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centaury
CENTAURY
Centaurium erythraea
Family: Gentianaceae Contraindications: Stomach or
Medicinal Parts: Dried aerial parts of intestinal ulcers28, 88.
the flowering plant.
Side-effects: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Disorders of the upper Drug interactions: None known.
digestive tract, mainly dyspepsia 8, 9,
19, 28, 88
. Dose: 3-4 times daily: dried herb,
Major: Loss of appetite, anorexia8, 9, 1-3 gm, usually as an infusion; liquid
19, 28, 88
. extract 1:1 in 25% alcohol, 1-3 ml19.
CHAMOMILE, GERMAN
Matricaria recutita
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Contraindications: Hypersensitivity
Medicinal Parts: The entire to any member of the Asteraceae/
flowering herb or only the flowers. Compositae family, history of atopic
hay fever or asthma5, 28.
Indications:
Principal: Stomach upset, minor Side-effects: Allergic reactions
illness (colds, fever, flatulence, including emesis in high doses,
diarrhea, headache, nausea, vomiting, allergic conjunctivitis, contact
poor digestion)5, 28, 89, 90, insomnia, dermatitis, eczema5, 9, 28.
anxiety91, 92.
Major: Dyspepsia, travel sickness91, Drug interactions: Anticoagulants89,
colic & teething pain in children5, 28, 93, alcohol, benzodiazepines28, NSAIDs,
haemorrhoids (topically)5. drugs metabolized by CYP 3A45.
Minor: Nasal catarrh, restlessness28, 91,
chemotherapy induced oral mucositis5. Dose: Internal single dose: 3 gm
Others: Skin & mucous membrane as an infusion; Liquid extract: 1-4
inflammations, bacterial skin ailments, ml or 1 cup of freshly made tea
gingivitis, wounds & burns28, 94.
Taken 20-30 minutes before meals and sipped
Cautions: Babies, pregnancy, breast- slowly. The tonic effects take time to fully
develop and several weeks of treatment would
feeding9. be advisable19.
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chaste tree
CHASTE TREE
see Agnus Castus
CHICKWEED
Stellaria media
cause allergic skin reactions allergy
Family: Caryophyllaceae
sensitive individuals should try a
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts
small amount first5.
leaves, stems, flowers.
Side-effects: None noted.
Indications:
Internally: Rheumatism, gout,
Drug interactions: Nitrates95.
stiffness of joints, tuberculosis,
bronchial phlegm, bronchitis, diseases
Dose: Tincture (1:5): 2-10 ml three
of the blood5, 28, 95.
times daily; Infusion of dried herb:
Externally: Poorly healing wounds,
1-5 gm three times daily; Chickweed
haemorrhoids95, inflammation of the
is commonly incorporated into a
eyes, eczema, urticaria, other diverse
topical ointment or cream base for
skin diseases5,28.
external use (1 part chickweed to 5
parts base) and applied as required5.
Cautions: Rarely, chickweed can
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chicory
CHICORY
Cichorium intybus
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Dose: 3 gm comminuted drug daily.
Medicinal Parts: Dried leaves & Single dose: 2-4 gm whole herb for an
roots collected in autumn, whole plant infusion28.
collected and dried in the flowering
season, fresh plant and root. 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Day & Night
(Arkopharma) see Green Tea
Indications: 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Organic (Arkopharma)
Principal: Loss of appetite, see Green Tea
dyspepsia8, 28.
Others: Jaundice, gallbladder & Bambu (A.Vogel)
liver problems, intestinal worms, Granules; Chicory, wheat, malted barley,
diabetes96. figs, acorns.
Local Distributor: Health Plus
CHINESE ANGELICA
see Dong Quai
CINCHONA
Cinchona pubescens
Family: Rubiaceae Major: Dyspeptic complaints97,
Medicinal Parts: Dried bark of 6- to flatulence with a sense of fullness8, 28.
8-year-old trees. Others: Feverish infections, malaria98,
99
, flu, muscle cramps, muscle pain,
Indications: gastric disorders28, cancer28, 99.
Principal: Loss of appetite8, 28, 45.
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cinnamon
CINNAMON
Cinnamomum verum
Family: Lauraceae from cinnamaldehyde (the major
Medicinal Parts: Oil extracted from component of the essential oil)5, 8, 19.
bark, bark of younger branches, leaf oil.
Drug interactions: Hypoglycaemic
Indications: agents5, 100.
Principal: Digestive disorders such
as nausea, flatulence, dyspepsia & GI Dose: Three times daily: dried bark,
colic; loss of appetite5, 8, 19, 28, 100. 0.5-1 gm as an infusion; liquid extract
Major: Diarrhoea in children, (1:1 in 70% alcohol), 0.5-1 ml;
common cold, influenza, winter chills, tincture, 2-4 ml19.
poor circulation19.
Minor: Type 2 diabetes5, 101, 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Ultimate (Arkopharma)
see Fenugreek
gestational diabetes, Helicobacter
pylori infection5. Altasterol Stimulant (Alta Care) see
Others: Cancer102. Ginger
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citronella
cinnamon extract 30mg (equiv. to 600mg 0.5mg, co-enzyme Q10 2.5mg, lecithin
of powder). 7.5mg.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
CITRONELLA
see Lemongrass
CLEAVERS
Galium aparine
Family: Rubiaceae Drug interactions: Loop diuretics,
Medicinal Parts: Dried aerial parts thiazide diuretics, spironolactone,
collected during the flowering and triamterene63.
fruiting period.
Dose: Three times daily: dried herb,
Indications: 2-4 gm or in infusion; expressed juice,
Principal: Ulcers, breast lumps, skin 5-15 ml; liquid extract (1:1, 25%
rashes, dysuria9, 26, 45, 103. ethanol), 2-4 ml; tincture (1:5, 25%
Major: Cystitis, as a diuretic for ethanol), 4-10 ml45.
dropsy, bladder catarrh, retention of
urine (ischuria)26, 45, 103. Aquaflow (HealthAid) see Dandelion
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clove
CLOVE
Syzygium aromaticum
Family: Myrtaceae agents, low molecular weight
Medicinal Parts: Dried flowerbud, heparins28.
leaf, stem.
Dose:
Indications: Internal: Three times daily: dried
Principal: Toothache9, pain & buds, 120-300 mg or as an infusion
inflammation of the mouth and throat of 2 cloves to a cupful of hot water;
mucosa, for buccal hygiene5, 19, 28. tincture, 20 drops; clove oil, 0.05-0.1
Major: Stomach ulcers, flatulence, ml (2-4 drops)19.
colic, abdominal bloating, nausea, Local: For toothache, undiluted oil
headache, colds5, 19, 28. dab 1-2 drops of clove oil on to cotton
Minor: Coughs, treatment of wool and rub over affected tooth. In
small wounds, sores, acne & other mouthwashes, the equivalent of 1-5%
inflammatory conditions (locally)19, of essential oil19.
chronic anal fissures104, herpes
simplex virus type 15, 105. Coloclear Extra (Higher Nature) see
Others: Neuralgia, bronchitis, Flaxseed
whooping cough19.
Erbalax Forte Compresse (Erba Vita)
see Senna
Cautions: None known.
Jointace Gel (Vitabiotics) see Ginger
Contraindications: Liver function
impairment, patients taking Jointace Patch (Vitabiotics) see Ginger
paracetamol or anticoagulants19.
Natural Herbal Inhalant Oil (Numark)
see Eucalyptus
Side-effects: Contact dermatitis,
irritation to mucous membranes Neuralta Migren (Alta Care) see
on local application in sensitive Peppermint
individuals5.
Teenstick (Arkopharma)
Roll-on; Essential oils of clove, geranium,
Drug interactions: Anticoagulants, palmarosa, tea tree, ylang ylang.
antiplatelet agents, thrombolytic Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
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colts foot
COLTS FOOT
Tussilago farfara
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae disease) and carcinogenic
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, flowers. pyrrolizidine alkaloids8, 9, 14, 28.
COMFREY
Symphytum officinale
Family: Boraginaceae Others: Arthritic pain28, cough14.
Medicinal Parts: Leaf, rhizome, root.
Cautions: External administration
Indications: should only be on areas where the
Principal: Bruises, sprains, pulled skin is unbroken, and only with
muscles & ligaments, promotion of industrially produced pyrrolizidine
bone healing, skin inflammation, alkaloid-free extracts28.
varicose ulcers [externally]8, 9, 14, 28, 45 .
Minor: Gum disease, pharyngitis, Contraindications: Previous liver
strep throat [as a mouthwash or kidney disease, pregnancy,
and gargle]; gastritis, GI ulcers breastfeeding8, 9, 28.
[internally]28, 45.
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corn silk
CORN SILK
Zea mays
Family: Poaceae Side-effects: No health hazards are
Medicinal Parts: Seeds. known in conjunction with the proper
administration of designed therapeutic
Indications: Disorders of the urinary dosages.
tract28 such as dysuria, cystitis45,
urethritis, nocturnal enuresis, Drug interactions: Corticosteroids63.
prostatitis, and specifically for acute
and chronic inflammation of the Dose: Three times daily: dried drug,
urinary tract9. 2-8 gm or in infusion; liquid extract
(1:1, 25% ethanol), 4-8 ml; tincture
Cautions: None known. (1:5, 25% ethanol) 5-15 ml45.
COUCH GRASS
Agropyron repens
Family: Gramineae the urinary tract, particularly cystitis,
Medicinal Parts: Rhizome collected but also urethritis, prostatitis and
in spring or autumn. irritable bladder; renal calculi8, 9, 19, 28.
Major: Gout, rheumatic pain19, 28,
Indications: chronic skin disorders19, 28, 106.
Principal: Ailments and infections of
Cautions: Ensure copious fluid intake
Comfrey should not be used orally for more for irrigation therapy28.
than 4 weeks if pyrrolizidine alkaloids might
be present. Comfrey should only be applied to
intact skin28.
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cranberry
CRANBERRY
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Family: Ericaceae Dose: To prevent urinary tract
Medicinal Parts: Fruit. infections, 30-300 gm cranberry juice;
in children 15mg/kg body weight. In
Indications: type 2 diabetes, 200-400mg28.
Principal: Prevention and treatment
of urinary tract infections5, 28, 107, 108. Cranberola (Arkopharma)
Major: Blood disorders110, digestive Capsules; Cranberry powder and berry
extract 400mg.
ailments, prevention of H. pylori 109
Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
and dental plaque5, 28.
Others: Anorexia, cancer treatment110, Cranberry (Arkopharma)
diabetes111, scurvy, wound care, Capsules; Cranberry fruit powder, acerola
gout28. powder, vitamin C, cellulose.
Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
Cautions: Pregnancy28, diabetics
Cranberry (HealthAid)
when using commercially prepared Tablets; Cranberry (25:1) extract 200mg
cranberry juices because of the high equiv. to 5000mg of cranberry powder.
sugar content5. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
~ 42 ~
cranberry
~ 43 ~
cranesbill
CRANESBILL
Geranium maculatum
Family: Geraniaceae Drug interactions: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Dried rhizome, leaf,
root. Dose: Three times daily: dried
rhizome, 1-2 gm as an infusion or
Indications: decoction; liquid extract 1:1 in 45%
Principal: Haemorrhoids, peptic & alcohol, 1-2 ml19.
duodenal ulcers, diarrhoea, heavy
menstruation, dysmenorrhoea19, 28. Citronella Geranium Aerosol Free
Major: Acute bronchitis, tonsillitis, Nebuliser (Sella) see Lemongrass
upper respiratory tract infection, sore
Citronella Geranium for Children (Sella)
throat, mouth ulcers, infected gums19. see Lemongrass
Minor: Bleeding of mucous
membranes19, 28. Citronella Geranium Stick (Sella) see
Lemongrass
Contraindications: None known.
Evening Primrose (HealthAid) see
Evening Primrose
Side-effects: No health hazards
are known in conjunction with the Teenstick (Arkopharma) see Clove
proper administration of designated
therapeutic dosages.
CURCUMA
see Turmeric
DAMIANA
Turnera diffusa
Family: Turneraceae stimulation during exertion
Medicinal Parts: Leaves harvested (overwork), for boosting and
during the flowering season. maintaining physical and mental
capacity8.
Indications: Minor: Anxiety & depression
Principal: Sexual dysfunction, associated with hormonal changes
decreased libido5, 8, 9, 14, 28, 112. (e.g. menopause), nervous dyspepsia,
Major: For strengthening & constipation5, 28, 45.
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dandelion
Dose: Three times daily: dried drug, Zotrim (Natures Remedies) see Mat
2-4 gm or in infusion; liquid extract
(1:1, 60% ethanol), 3-6 ml45.
DANDELION
Taraxacum officinale
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Drug interactions: Anticoagulants,
Medicinal Parts: Dried leaves & antiplatelet agents, thrombolytic
roots. agents, low molecular weight
heparins, fluoroquinolones,
Indications: potassium5, 28, 115.
Principal: Water retention due to
various causes114, 115, insufficient Dose: Tincture: 10-15 drops three
production of bile5, 9, 28, 45, 115. times daily; a cup of freshly made tea
Major: Dyspeptic complaints, urinary can be taken mornings and evenings28.
tract infections, liver & gall bladder
complaints, loss of appetite8, 28. 2-Day DetoxPlan (HealthAid) see Milk
Others: Diabetes, rheumatic Thistle
conditions, urticaria, eczema5, 28.
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Organic (Arkopharma)
see Green Tea
Contraindications: Bile duct
obstruction, gall bladder empyema, 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Ultimate (Arkopharma)
ileus5, 8, 28. see Fenugreek
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devils claw
Altadrine Night Burner (Alta Care) see Detoxil (Vitabiotics) see Artichoke
Green Tea
Erbalax Delicato Capsule (Erba Vita)
Aquaflow (HealthAid) see Rhubarb
Tablets; Dandelion root powder 80mg,
bladderwrack powder 80mg, buchu leaf Hip & Thigh Formula (HealthAid) see
powder 80mg, uva ursi powder 80mg, White Willow
juniper berry powder 80mg, yellow dock
root extract 80mg, cleavers powder extract Lass-B (Erba Vita)
80mg, burdock powder 80mg, parsley Syrup; Manna 15%, decoction of figs
leaf powder 75mg, barberry bark powder 10%, tamarind fruit pulp extract 5%,
15mg. dandelion root extract 7.5%, concentrated
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea and purified propolis extract (total
flavonoids expressed as galangin 12%,
Boldo Multi-Herbal Complex (Healthlife) according to HPLC, 28%, UV method).
see Boldo Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
CellusiteTM (HealthAid) see White Willow Livercare (HealthAid) see Milk Thistle
DEVILS CLAW
Harpagophytum procumbens
Family: Pedaliaceae Major: Acute low back pain, loss of
Medicinal Parts: Dried tuber/root. appetite5, 28, 118.
Minor: Allergies, kidney, bladder &
Indications: gall bladder disorders28, 118.
Principal: Dyspeptic complaints,
inflammatory disorders including Contraindications: Stomach or
arthritis, gout, myalgia, fibrositis, duodenal ulcers8, 28, 45, gallstones,
lumbago & rheumatic disease5, 8, 9, 28, 45, acute diarrhoea, pregnancy5.
116, 117, 118, 119
.
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dong quai
DONG QUAI
Angelica sinensis
Family: Umbelliferae such as menstrual cramps & scanty
Medicinal Parts: Whole root. menstruation; uterine contractions;
menopausal symptoms5, 28, 120.
Indications: Major: Arrhythmia, asthma &
Principal: Menstrual complaints bronchitis, cardiovascular disorders,
~ 47 ~
dong quai
~ 48 ~
echinacea
ECHINACEA
Echinaceae species
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Drug interactions: Caffeine,
Medicinal Parts: Roots, leaves or midazolam, basiliximab, azathioprine,
the whole plant in various stages of corticosteroids, cyclosporine,
development, depending on varieties. daclizumab, muromonab,
mycophenolic acid, mycophenelate
Indications: acid, sirolimus, tacrolimus28, 126.
Principal: Upper respiratory tract
infections including common cold & Dose:
influenza5, 9, 19, 28, 124, 125, 126, 127. Internally: 6-9 ml of the expressed
Major: Poorly healing superficial juice28.
wounds; digestive, respiratory & Externally: 50 ml of a decoction from
urinary tract infections; inflammatory root, three times daily19.
and purulent conditions including Avoid prolonged use.
furunculosis, carbuncles, abscesses &
acne5, 19, 28, 127. Altacura Infludrink (Alta Care) see
Minor: Mild septicaemia, burns, Meadowsweet
eczema, leg ulcers5, 19, 28, 127. Childrens Echinacea (HealthAid)
Others: Treatment of leucopenia Liquid; Per 1ml average: Echinacea
following radio & cytostatic therapy extract (1:1) 100mg derived from
and in support of anti-infectious Echinacea angustifolia root powder,
chemotherapy5, 28, 128. acerola cherry extract 25% 240mg which
provides 60mg of vitamin C in a base of
cherry juice concentrate.
Cautions: Diabetes may worsen in
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
diabetic patient receiving Echinacea
intravenously28. Concentrated Echinacea 500mg
(Numark)
Contraindications: Pregnancy, Tablets; Echinacea root extract 500mg.
hypersensitivity to Compositae plants, Local Distributor: Premier HealthCare
tuberculosis, multiple sclerosis,
Echinacea (A. Vogel)
leukosis, collagenosis, AIDS or HIV Lozenges; Fresh echinacea extract,
infection, other autoimmune diseases5, glucose syrup, cane sugar, honey, caramel
28
. sugar syrup, menthol, peppermint oil,
citric acid.
Side-effects: Local Distributor: Health Plus
Rare: Allergic reactions5, 28.
Echinacea (HealthAid)
Others: Short-term fever reactions, Liquid; Echinacea extract 1:5 (equiv. of
nausea and vomiting can occur when 200mg of echinacea herb in 1ml).
used parenterally28. Tablets; Pure Echinacea purpurea powder
~ 49 ~
echinacea
~ 50 ~
elder
ELDER
Sambucus nigra
Family: Caprifoliaceae as coughs, laryngitis, shortness of
Medicinal Parts: Bark peeled from breath9, 28, 129, 130.
branches, air-dried flowers, fresh &
dried leaves, fresh & dried ripe fruit, Cautions: Diabetics28.
dried roots, fresh leaves.
Contraindications: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Common cold, feverish Side-effects: Dizziness, headache,
conditions9, 28, 45, 129, 130. convulsions, GI distress, nausea,
Major: Respiratory disorders such vomiting, diarrhoea, tachycardia28.
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elderberry
ELDERBERRY
see Elder
ELECAMPANE
Inula helenium
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae
Medicinal Parts: Dried or fresh worm infestations (roundworm,
rhizome. threadworm, hookworm, whipworm)9,
stomach ulcers, menstrual complaints,
Indications: headaches28.
Principal: Bronchitis, coughs,
bronchial catarrh, dry irritating cough Contraindications: Hypersensitivity
in children9, 28, 45, 131. to other plants in the Asteraceae
Others: Urinary tract infections, family9, pregnancy, lactation28, 45.
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ephedra
EPHEDRA
Ephedra sinica
Family: Ephedraceae Side-effects: Headache, dizziness,
Medicinal Parts: Young canes, dried irritability, motor restlessness,
rhizome with roots. sleeplessness, urinary disorders,
nausea, vomiting, tachycardia, cardiac
Indications: arrhythmias, myocardial infarction,
Principal: Asthma, allergies, nasal haemorrhagic or ischaemic stroke,
congestion, related upper respiratory seizures28, 133.
symptoms14, 28, 132, 134.
Major: Bronchitis, hayfever, colds28, Drug interactions:
134
. Contraindicated: Isocarbixazid,
Others: Weight gain133, decreased cyclopropane, halothane, selegiline,
libido14. rasagiline.
Major risk: Iproniazid, MAOIs,
Cautions: For short term use only due procarbazine, pargyline, nialamide,
to danger of addiction28, 133. furazolidine, tranylcypromine,
phenelzine, caffeine.
Contraindications: Diabetes, Moderate risk: Guanethidine,
heart disease, hypertension, iobenguane, bethanidine,
hyperthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis, theophylline, sodium bicarbonate and
individuals under 18 years, anorexia, other antacids.
bulimia, states of anxiety and Potential interactions:
restlessness, insomnia, depression, Antihypertensives, cardiac
suicidal tendency, mental, emotional glycosides, corticosteroids, digoxin,
or behavioural disorders, stomach NSAIDs, phenylpropanolamine,
ulcers, pheochromocytoma, angle- pseudoephedrine, reserpine14, 28, 134.
closure glaucoma, use before or
during strenuous exercise, use with Dose: Depends in the alkaloids
other stimulants28. content in the form used. Ephedra is
administered as a comminuted herb,
Ephedra has become liable to abuse as a as well as other galenic preparations
stimulant and slimming aid. The US FDA for internal use28.
banned all the dietary supplements containing
ephedrine alkaloids28.
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eucalyptus
EUCALYPTUS
Eucalyptus globulus
Family: Myrtaceae Dose: Internal: Dried leaf in infusion,
Medicinal Parts: Oil extracted from 4-6 gm daily, average single dose 2g;
fresh leaves and branch tips; dried Tincture (1:5 in 45% ethanol), 5-20
leaves. ml daily19.
~ 54 ~
evening primrose
Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Cream (Lanes) Vapour Rub (Numark)
see Witch Hazel Cream; Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil,
turpentine, menthol.
Local Distributor: Premier HealthCare
EVENING PRIMROSE
Oenothera biennis
Family: Onagraceae phenothiazine medications28.
Medicinal Parts: Fixed oil from the
seed. Drug interactions: Oral
anticoagulants, antiplatelets,
Indications: phenothiazines5, 28, 137.
Internal
Principal: Atopic eczema135, Dose***:
mastalgia136, 5, 9, 28, 137. Atopic eczema: Adults 4-8 gm daily in
Major: PMS, menopausal symptoms, divided doses; Pediatrics 2-4 gm daily
perimenopausal hot flushes, ADHD in divided doses.
in children, high cholesterol levels138, Mastalgia: 3-4 gm daily in divided
chronic fatigue syndrome, diabetes5, 9, doses28.
14, 28, 137
.
Minor: Rheumatoid arthritis139, Cardiosterol Krill (Alta Care)
hypertension, thrombosis, Capsules; Omega 3, gelatin, glycerol,
EPO, water, astaxanthin.
autoimmune disease such as multiple
Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
sclerosis, Raynauds phenomenon139,
5, 9, 19, 28
. Cardiosterol SLO (Alta Care)
Others: Asthma, whooping cough, GI Capsules; Omega 3, shark liver oil (20%
disorders5. alkylglycerols), EPO (71% omega 6 &
External omega 9).
For the relief of dry or inflamed Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
skin137. Chalet Hair Stimulant (Alta Care) see
Saw Palmetto
Contraindications: Patients with
epilepsy5, 28, 135. Ellegyn Cysti (Alta Care) see Cranberry
~ 55 ~
evening primrose
~ 56 ~
eyebright
(7.5%) 98mg, other fatty acids (10%) 280mg, GLA 80mg, fish oil concentrate
130mg. 250mg.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea Local Distributor: Pharma MT Ltd.
Evening Primrose Oil Formula (Vega) One A Day Pure Cod Liver Oil Plus
Capsules; Evening primrose seed oil Evening Primrose (Seven Seas)
powder 33% 250mg (min. 10% GLA), Capsules; 650mg cod oil blend providing
green tea leaf extract 30mg (min. 40% 200mg omega-3 nutrients of which 162mg
polyphenols), magnesium oxide 30mg, EPA & DHA, 200mg EPO of which
vitamin C (as calcium ascorbate) 30mg, 15.2mg GLA, 5mcg vitamin D.
vitamin E 20mg, niacin 18mg, zinc 7.5mg, Local Distributor: Associated Drug Co.
iron 7mg, pantothenic acid 6mg, vitamin Ltd.
B6 4mg, beta carotene 2.4mg, vitamin
B2 1.6mg, vitamin B1 1.4mg, manganese Organic Optimum Oil (FSC) see Flaxseed
0.25mg, folate 200mcg, iodine 150mcg,
selenium 100mcg, copper 50mcg, vitamin Premenstrual Formula (Vega) see Oats
D2 5mcg, vitamin B12 1mcg.
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Pure Evening Primrose Oil (Efamol)
Ltd. Capsules; Pure EPO 1000mg of which
GLA 115mg, vitamin E 10mg.
Evening Primrose Oil with Starflower Oil Local Distributor: Vivian Corporation
1000mg (Lamberts)
Capsules; EPO and starflower oil 1000mg, Pure Evening Primrose Oil (Seven Seas)
GLA 120mg, vitamin E 10mg. Capsules; EPO 1000mg providing 74mg
Local Distributor: Health Plus GLA, Vitamin E 6.7mg.
Local Distributor: Associated Drug Co.
Nicosolven Astaxanthin (Alta Care) Ltd.
Capsules; Omega 3 (449.5mg), gelatin
(139.0mg), glycerol (53.9mg), EPO Royal 3 (HealthAid)
(50.0mg), water (9.65mg), astaxanthin Capsules; EPO 500mg, Korean ginseng
(0.5mg). extract (5:1) 250mg, royal jelly (natural)
Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd. 150mg.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Omega 3 & 6 (Quest)
Capsules; EPO 500mg of which LA Wellwoman (Vitabiotics) see Starflower
EYEBRIGHT
Euphrasia officinalis
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fennel
FENNEL
Foeniculum vulgare
Family: Umbelliferae conjunctivitis, blepharitis (as an eye
Medicinal Parts: Seeds, oil extracted wash), sore throat, pharyngitis (as a
from ripe fruit and dried ripe fruit. gargle)19, 28.
~ 58 ~
fenugreek
2-Day DetoxPlan (HealthAid) see Milk Erbalax Delicato Capsule (Erba Vita)
Thistle see Rhubarb
Altaflora Gastrogel (Alta Care) see Aloe Jointace Gel (Vitabiotics) see Ginger
Vera
Jointace Patch (Vitabiotics) see Ginger
Candaway TM
(Lamberts) see Cinnamon
Karbofin Forte (ESI)
Carbogas (Sella) Capsules; Vegetable coal 150mg, fennel
Tablets; Sweet fennel extract, angelica 30mg, chamomile 25mg, fennel oil extract
extract, stinging nettle extract. 5mg, anise oil extract 5mg, mint oil
Local Distributor: Premier Healthcare extract 5mg.
Local Distributor: Collis Williams Ltd.
CarbonFlor (Erba Vita) see Aniseed
Sollievo (Aboca) see Senna
Colic Baby (Erba Vita) see Linden
Vegilax (HealthAid) see Blessed Thistle
FENUGREEK
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Family: Leguminosae-Fabaceae Major: Digestive disorders (including
Medicinal Parts: Ripe, dried seeds. constipation, dyspepsia & gastritis),
gastric ulcers148, loss of appetite149
Indications: especially in convalescence5, 9, 19, 28, to
Internal increase milk production19, 150.
Principal: Non-insulin Minor: Upper respiratory catarrh19, 150.
dependent diabetes mellitus144, Others: Tuberculosis, menopausal
145
, hypercholesterolaemia, symptoms151.
hyperlipidaemia146, 147, 5, 14, 19, 28.
~ 59 ~
fenugreek
~ 60 ~
feverfew
FEVERFEW
Tanacetum parthenium
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae swelling, glossitis5, 28, 45.
Medicinal Parts: Leaf.
Drug interactions: Anticoagulants,
Indications: thrombolytic agents, antiplatelet
Principal: Migraine prophylaxis152, 153, agents, NSAIDs5, 28.
154
, arthritis, rheumatic diseases5, 9, 28, 45.
Major: Cough, colds, fever, allergies5, Dose: Daily dose: dried herb, 50-200
28
. mg (normally in tablets or capsules);
Others: Tinnitus, vertigo, toothache, tincture (1:5, 25% ethanol), 5-20
insect bites, asthma, menstrual drops45.
disorders, difficulty during labor5, 28, 154.
Feverfew (HealthAid)
Cautions: Patients on platelet Liquid; Feverfew extract 1:3 (equiv. of
330mg of feverfew herb in 1ml).
aggregation inhibitors such as aspirin Tablets; Feverfew powder 250mg
and dipyridamole28. (standardised for min 0.2% parthenolide).
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Contraindications: Pregnancy,
breastfeeding, children under 2 years Feverfew Herbal Complex (Vega)
of age, hypersensitivity to plants in Capsules; Feverfew leaf powder 240mg,
feverfew leaf extract (4:1) 190mg (min.
the Asteraceae family5, 28, 45.
2.5% parthenolides) equiv. to 1000mg
feverfew leaf herb.
Side-effects: Mouth ulcers, GI Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
symptoms, allergic dermatitis, lip
FLAXSEED
Linum usitatissimum
Family: Linaceae hypercholesterolaemia5, 9, 28, 155, 156, 157,
Medicinal Parts: Oil extracted from 158
, arthritis.
the seeds. Major: Insulin sensitivity/metabolic
syndrome156; Sjogrens syndrome159;
Indications: breast160, colon, & prostate cancer5, 9,
Principal: Reduce mortality 28, 158
.
in coronary heart disease, Minor: Bronchitis, coughs,
constipation, irritable colon,
The oil should be kept out of direct light and diverticulitis, burns (applied
in refrigeration to preserve it; should never be
heated as it becomes mutagenic28. externally)9, 28.
~ 61 ~
flaxseed
Others: Colons damaged by laxative Bromelain Complex (Vega) see Aloe Vera
abuse, gastritis, enteritis, mild rectal
Coloclear Extra (Higher Nature)
inflammation9, 28.
Capsules; High lignan flax 900mg, fennel
seed 150mg, fenugreek seed 150mg,
Cautions: Overweight people (should liquorice root 90mg, cloves 60mg, aloe
only use the whole seeds) due to the vera 30mg, lactobacillus sporogenes 18
considerable caloric content of the million viable organisms.
fixed oil28. Local Distributor: Health Plus
~ 62 ~
gamboge
Oil; 5ml provides: alpha-linolenic oil, cold water fish omega-3 oil, vitamin E.
acid 2890mg, linoleic acid 585mg, Local Distributor: Ruth & Marcel
monounsaturates 720mg. Degabriele
Local Distributor: Health Plus
wellKiD Smart Chewable (Vitabiotics)
Organic Flax Oil (Arkopharma) Tablets; Flaxseed oil powder (providing
Capsules; Organic flax seed oil 500mg. 20% omega-3 fatty acids) 114mg, vitamin
Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd. A 400mcg, vitamin D 5mcg, vitamin
E 10mg, vitamin C 40mg, vitamin B1
Organic Optimum Oil (FSC) 0.9mg, vitamin B2 0.8mg, vitamin
Capsules; Omega 3, 6 and 9 essential B3 9mg, vitamin B6 0.7mg, folic acid
fatty acids in the ratio 2:1:1 by blending 200mcg, vitamin B12 3mcg, biotin
certified organic flaxseed, sunflower, 25mcg, pantothenic acid 4mg, magnesium
evening primrose and sesame seed oils. 75mg, iron 7mg, zinc 7.5mg, copper
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd. 100mcg, manganese 0.2mg, selenium
20mcg, chromium 10mcg, iodine 75mcg.
Tri-Omega EFA (Sci-MX) Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
Capsules; Flaxseed oil, EPO, blackcurrant
GAMBOGE
Garcinia hanburyi
Family: Guttiferae Drug interactions: Digoxin,
Medicinal Parts: Resin extracted warfarin, diuretics, stimulant
from the plant. laxatives, corticosteroids161.
~ 63 ~
garlic
GARLIC
Allium sativum
Family: Liliaceae ACE inhibitors, alcohol,
Medicinal Parts: Whole fresh bulb, chlorzoxazone, isoniazid, protease
dried bulb, oil of garlic. inhibitors, saquinavir5, 14, 28, 167.
Side-effects: Breath & body odour8, Cardiosterol Garlic + Co. Q10 (Alta
allergic reaction, nausea, heartburn, Care)
flatulence, abdominal pain, diarrhea5, Capsules; Garlic oily macerate
9, 28
. 501mg, gelatin 82.1mg, water 13.9mg,
ubidecarenone 10.3mg.
Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
Drug interactions: Anticoagulants
particularly warfarin, antiplatelets,
~ 64 ~
garlic
~ 65 ~
gentian
GENTIAN
Gentiana lutea
Family: Gentianaceae
Medicinal Parts: Root and rhizome. Side-effects: Headache5, 9, 28, 45, nausea
& vomiting with high doses5.
Indications:
Principal: Dyspepsia, flatulence5, 9, 28, Drug interactions: None known.
45
.
Major: Loss of appetite5, 9, 28, 45. Dose: Average daily dose: 1 gm of
Others: Anorexia, GI atony9, 45. the drug; daily dose: 2-4 gm. Average
daily dose of tincture: 1-4 ml 3 times
Cautions: Pregnancy5. daily. Liquid extract: 2-4 gm; root 2-4
gm28.
Contraindications: Stomach or
duodenal ulcers5, 9, 28, 45. Kalms (Lanes) see Valerian
GERANIUM
see Cranesbill
GINGER
Zingiber officinale
Family: Zingiberaceae pregnancy168, 169, 170, postoperative
Medicinal Parts: Rhizome. nausea171, chemotherapy-induced
nausea172, 173.
Indications: Major: Dyspeptic complaints,
Principal: Sore throat, upper osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis174,
respiratory tract infections, motion migraine175, anorexia5, 28, 45, 177.
sickness, morning sickness in Minor: Colds, shortness of breath28.
~ 66 ~
ginger
~ 67 ~
ginkgo
5mcg, vitamin E 20mg, vitamin C 30mg, omega-3 fish oil 700mg (providing EPA
folic acid 200mcg, vitamin B12 10mcg, 170mg, DHA 115mg), cod liver oil 300mg
zinc 5mg, manganese 2mg, copper 0.5mg, (providing EPA 20mg, DHA 30mg),
selenium 60mcg, collagen 150mg. vitamin A 400mcg, vitamin D 5mcg,
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd. vitamin E 10mg, ginger extract 3.5mg,
pineapple juice concentrate 1466mg,
Jointace Fizz (Vitabiotics) orange juice concentrate 353mg, medium
Effervescent tablets; Glucosamine chain triglycerides 0.2mg.
sulphate 500mg, chondroitin 100mg, Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons
vitamin C 60mg, magnesium 50mg, Ltd.
ginger extract 40mg.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd. MSM Glucosamine Joint Complex
(Higher Nature) see Celery
Jointace Gel (Vitabiotics)
Gel; Ginger oil, eucalyptus oil, sweet No-Gas enzimi (Giuliani)
orange oil, clove oil, lavender oil, fennel Tablets; Passionflower, German
oil, menthol, glucosamine sulphate, chamomile, ginger.
chondroitin sulphate. Local Distributor: Collis Williams Ltd.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
SiberSlimTM (HealthAid) see Siberian
Jointace Patch (Vitabiotics) Ginseng
Patches; Ginger oil, eucalyptus oil, sweet
orange oil, clove oil, lavender oil, fennel Slim-Rite (HealthAid) see Alfalfa
oil, menthol, glucosamine sulphate,
chondroitin sulphate. VeinTain (Lamberts)
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd. Capsules; Ginger 3600mg, ginkgo
biloba 3000mg (providing 14.4mg
JointCare Sport (HealthAid) see Ginseng flavonglycosides), cinnamon bark
Korean 1500mg.
Local Distributor: Health Plus
JointWise (Vega)
Syrup; Glucosamine hydrochloride V-VeinTM (HealthAid) see Horse Chestnut
500mg, chondroitin sulphate 100mg,
GINKGO
Ginkgo biloba
Family: Ginkgoaceae Major: Acute ischaemic stroke180,
Medicinal Parts: Leaf, seeds generalized anxiety disorder181,
separated from the fleshy outer layer. peripheral vascular disease including
intermittent claudication & Raynauds
Indications: syndrome5, 28, 179, 182.
Principal: Mild to moderate dementia Minor: Vertigo, tinnitus, sudden
of the Alzheimer type178, memory deafness5, 183.
loss5, 9, 14, 19, 28, 179. Others: Macular degeneration,
~ 68 ~
ginkgo
~ 69 ~
ginkgo
~ 70 ~
ginkgo
powdered extract 90mg (providing 21.6mg acid 18mg, zinc 15mg, iron 14mg, vitamin
[24%] ginkgoflavoglycosides, 5.4mg [6%] B6 6mg, vitamin B2 4.8mg, vitamin B1
terpene lactones), raw ginkgo biloba leaf 4.2mg, folate 600mcg, manganese 0.5mg,
powder 45mg, PhytO2X (powdered selenium 200mcg, copper 100mcg, vitamin
blend of beta-carotene prep. and ascorbic K 100mcg, vitamin B12 10mcg.
acid). Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
Local Distributor: Natural Remedies
Mega Potency Ginkgo 6000 (Higher
GinkoVitalTM (HealthAid) Nature)
Capsules; Ginkgo biloba (50:1) extract Tablets; 120mg ginkgo biloba guaranteed
100mg (equiv. to 5000mg of ginkgo biloba standardised extract 50:1 providing
powder) standardised to 24% flavones minimum: 24% ginkgo flavones
glycosides & 6% terpine lactones. glycosides, 6% terpene lactones
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea (ginkgolides A, B, C & bilobalides).
Local Distributor: Health Plus
Ginkgo Vital 3TM (HealthAid) see Siberian
Ginseng Memory Plus Formula (Vega)
Capsules; Ginkgo biloba leaf extract
Goldcare 50+ (Vitabiotics) 50:1 equiv. to herb 500mg (min. 24%
Capsules; Ginkgo biloba extract 10mg, ginkgoflavonglycosides, 6% terpene
vitamin D 10mcg, vitamin E 20mg, lactones), bacopa leaf extract 150mg (min.
vitamin C 80mg, vitamin B1 12mg, 20% bacosides), soy lecithin powder
vitamin B2 5mg, vitamin B3 20mg, 67mg, choline bitartrate 50mg, inositol
vitamin B6 20mg, folic acid 500mcg, 50mg, niacin 36mg, acetyl L-carnitine
vitamin B12 20mcg, pantothenic acid 30mg, alpha lipoic acid 30mg, L-glutamic
10mg, iron 6mg, magnesium 75mg, zinc acid 30mg, L-glutamine 30mg, L-tyrosine
15mg, iodine 130mcg, manganese 2mg, 30mg, pantothenic acid 12mg, vitamin
copper 1mg, boron 1mg, chromium B6 4mg, vitamin B2 3.2mg, vitamin B1
100mcg, selenium 150mcg, citrus 2.8mg, folate 400mcg, manganese 0.25mg,
bioflavonoids 16mg, natural mixed selenium 100mcg, copper 50mcg, vitamin
carotenoids 3mg. B12 2mcg.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd. Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
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ginkgo
acid 2mg, L-glutathione 2mg, lycopene E 20mg, pantothenic acid 12mg, taurine
7.5% 2mg, N,N-dimethylglycine 2mg, 10mg, zinc 7.5mg, iron 7mg, beta carotene
manganese 0.5mg, selenium 200mcg, 4.8mg, vitamin B6 4mg, vitamin B2
copper 100mcg. 3.2mg, vitamin B1 2.8mg, vitamin B12
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd. 2mcg, alpha lipoic acid 2mg, co-enzyme
Q10 2mg, L-glutathione 2mg, lutein esters
Multigluco Tolerance Factor (Vega) 2mg, lycopene 2mg, manganese 0.5mg,
Capsules; Ginkgo biloba leaf extract folate 400mcg, selenium 200mcg, copper
50:1 equiv. to herb 500mg (min. 100mcg.
24%ginkgoflavonglycosides, 6% terpene Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
lactones), bilberry fruit extract 4:1 equiv.
to herb 100mg (min. 20% anthocyanadins), PowerplusTM (HealthAid) see Siberian
deodorized garlic clove extract 10:1 equiv. Ginseng
to herb 100mg (min. 0.5% allicin content),
java plum fruit extract 100mg (min. 2.5% Refreshall (Lamberts)
bitter principles), vitamin C 60mg, taurine Tablets; Ginkgo biloba 3000mg, lemon
50mg, niacin 18mg, vitamin E 10mg, zinc balm 500mg, sage 500mg, rosemary 50mg.
7.5mg, iron 7mg, pantothenic acid 6mg, Local Distributor: Health Plus
beta carotene 4.8mg, alpha lipoic acid
2mg, co-enzyme Q10 2mg, L-glutathione Sexovit forte (HealthAid) see Ginseng
2mg, lutein esters 2mg, vitamin B6 2mg, Korean
vitamin B2 1.6mg, vitamin B1 1.4mg,
manganese 0.5mg, chromium 400mcg, Triple G - Ginseng, Ginkgo, Garlic
folate 200mcg, selenium 200mcg, copper (Power Health) see Ginseng Korean
100mcg, vitamin B12 1mcg.
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd. Vein Support Formula (Vega)
Capsules; Ginkgo biloba leaf extract
Neuroforte (HealthAid) 50:1 equiv. to herb 500mg (min. 24%
Tablets; Ginkgo biloba extract (50:1) ginkgoflavonglycosides, 6% terpene
20mg (equiv. to 1000mg of ginkgo lactones), bilberry fruit extract 4:1 equiv.
biloba powder, contains min. 24% to herb 100mg (min. 20% anthocyanadins),
flavoglycosides), vitamin C 60mg, rutin bean extract 60mg, pine bark extract
nicotinamide 18mg, vitamin B6 5mg, 2mg (min. 70% proanthocyanadins), citrus
magnesium 100mg, lecithin 50mg, bioflavonoids 60mg, hesperidin 60mg,
L-phenylalanine 100mg, L-tyrosine vitamin C 120mg, niacin 18mg, zinc
100mg, L-glutamine 100mg, choline 7.5mg, iron 7mg, pantothenic acid 6mg,
50mg, inositol 50mg. beta carotene 4.8mg, alpha lipoic acid
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea 2mg, vitamin B6 2mg, vitamin B2 1.6mg,
vitamin B1 1.4mg, manganese 0.5mg,
Opticare Formula 20:20 (Vega) folate 200mcg, selenium 200mcg, copper
Capsules; Ginkgo biloba leaf extract 100mcg, vitamin B12 1mcg.
50:1 equiv. to herb 500mg (min. 24% Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
ginkgoflavonglycosides, 6% terpene
lactones), bilberry fruit extract 4:1 equiv. VeinTain (Lamberts) see Ginger
to herb 120mg (min. 20% anthocyanadins),
grape seed extract 2mg (min. 95% Venalta (Alta Care) see Grapeseed
polyphenols), citrus bioflavonoids 60mg,
vitamin C 60mg, niacin 36mg, vitamin V-VeinTM (HealthAid) see Horse Chestnut
~ 72 ~
ginseng korean
GINSENG KOREAN
Panax ginseng
Family: Araliaceae Dose: Daily dose (taken in the
Medicinal Parts: Dried lateral roots. morning): dried root, 0.6-2 gm or by
decoction45.
Indications:
Principal: Physical or mental Altacura Ginseng (Alta Care)
exhaustion, stress, fatigue5, 9, 28, 45, 184. Ampoules; Panax ginseng root dry extract
1000mg, guarana powder extract 500mg,
Major: Hyperglycaemia185, erectile
magnesium 75mg, orange flavour 50mg,
dysfunction186, menopausal vitamin B6 2mg, purified water.
symptoms, thrombotic & Capsules; Panax ginseng root 400mg.
cardiovascular diseases187, Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
degenerative conditions associated
with aging5, 9, 184. Altacura Infludrink (Alta Care) see
Meadowsweet
Minor: Cancer prevention188, 189.
Others: Gastroprotection during Altasterol Stimulant (Alta Care) see
heart surgery5. Ginger
~ 73 ~
ginseng korean
~ 74 ~
ginseng korean
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea damiana extract 4:1 equiv. to 400mg
powder; 100mg maca extract 5:1 equiv.
Korean Ginseng Extract (IL HWA) to 500mg powder; 60mg pussy willow
Capsules, tea bags; Pure Panax ginseng extract 4:1 equiv. to 240mg powder;
extract. 50mg cinnamon extract; 50mg kola nut
Local Distributor: Tongil Trading Co. Ltd. extract 4:1 equiv. to 200mg powder; 50mg
puncture vine extract; 25mg saw palmetto.
Korean Ginseng with Multivitamins & Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Minerals (Red Kooga)
Tablets; Korean ginseng root extract Male MaxTM (HealthAid)
37.5mg (equiv. to Korean ginseng root Tablets; 250mg korean ginseng
powder 300mg), vitamin A 800mcg, standardised extract 2:1, 150mg
vitamin D 5mcg, vitamin E 10mg, vitamin ashwagandha standardised extract, 100mg
C 60mg, thiamin 1.4mg, riboflavin 1.6mg, velvet bean extract 4:1, 100mg muira
niacin 18mg, vitamin B6 2mg, folic acid puama extract 4:1, 100mg guarana extract
200mcg, vitamin B12 1mcg, pantothenic 4:1, 100mg pumpkin extract 4:1, 100mg
acid 6mg, calcium 140mg, phosphorus damiana extract 4:1, 100mg cinnamon
110mg, iron 14mg, zinc 15mg, iodine extract, 100mg maca extract 5:1, 60mg
150mcg, copper 500mcg, manganese 1mg, pussywillow extract 4:1, 50mg kola nut
selenium 50mcg. 4:1, 25mg puncture vine standardised
Local Distributor: George Borg Barthet Ltd. extract, 25mg Saw Palmetto standardised.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Koregin 3000 (HealthAid)
Capsules; Korean ginseng 5:1 extract MegaMultiTM (HealthAid)
600mg, standardised to 8% ginsenosides, Prolonged release tablets; Ginseng 100mg,
equiv. to 3000mg of ginseng root powder. rutin 25mg, vitamin A 750mcg, vitamin
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea D 6.25mcg, vitamin E 2mg, vitamin C
300mg, thiamin 50mg, riboflavin 65mg,
Kwai ACE (Kwai) niacin 75mg, vitamin B6 10mg, folacin
Tablets; Dried garlic 300mg, vitamin 300mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, biotin
A 540mcg, vitamin C 80mg, vitamin E 0.08mg, pantothenic acid 60mg, calcium
20mg. 50mg, iron 10mg, zinc 4mg, iodine
Local Distributor: Vivian Corporation 150mcg, choline 20mg, chromium 6mcg,
copper 35mcg, inositol 40mg, manganese
Kwai One-A-Day (Kwai) 0.10mg, para amino benzoic acid 30mg,
Tablets; Dried garlic 300mg. selenium 10mcg, citrus bioflavonoids
Local Distributor: Vivian Corportation 30mg, L-lysine 60mg.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Male Formula (HealthAid)
Tablets; 250mg korean ginseng extract MSM Glucosamine Joint Complex
2:1 equiv. to 500mg powder, standardised (Higher Nature) see Celery
5% ginsenosides; 150mg ashwagandha
extract, standardised to 1.5% Multibionta Activate (Seven Seas)
withanolides, 1% alkaloids; 100mg velvet Capsules; Ginseng extract 10mg (equiv.
bean extract 4:1 equiv. to 400mg powder; to ginseng root 40mg), schisandra fruit
100mg muira puama extract 4:1 equiv. to 7.5mg, vitamin A 800mcg, vitamin
400mg powder; 100mg pumpkin extract D 5mcg, vitamin E 10mg, vitamin C
4:1 equiv. to 400mg powder; 100mg 60mg, thiamin 1.4mg, riboflavin 1.6mg,
~ 75 ~
ginseng korean
~ 76 ~
goldenseal
GOLDENSEAL
Hydrastis canadensis
Family: Ranunculaceae Side-effects: Digestive disorders,
Medicinal Parts: Root, rhizome. mucous membrane irritation,
constipation, excitatory states,
Indications: hallucinations, occasionally deliria if
Internal taken over an extended period5, 9, 28.
Principal: Digestive ailments
including infectious diarrhoea, Drug interactions: Benzodiazepines,
hypercholesterolaemia190, CHF5, 28, 45. cytochrome P450 3A4-metabolized
Minor: Menorrhagia, dysmenorrhoea, drugs, indinavir, paclitaxel, vitamin
peptic ulcer, colds & fever, recurrent B28, 191.
ear infections, vaginitis, urinary tract
infections5, 28. Dose: Three times daily: dried
External rhizome & root, 0.5-1 gm; tincture
Principal: To clean wounds, skin (1:10, 60% ethanol), 2-4 ml; liquid
infections including ringworm & extract (1:1, 60% ethanol), 0.3-1 ml5,
athletes foot5, 9, 28. 45
.
Major: Reduce haemorrhoids, soothe
canker sores5. Echinacea 1000mg & Goldenseal
Others: Conjunctivitis, blepharitis9. 2000mg (Lamberts) see Echinacea
~ 77 ~
gotu kola
GOTU KOLA
Centella asiatica
Family: Apiaceae used topically), photosensitization,
Medicinal Parts: Leaf, stem. infertility28.
GRAPESEED
Vitis vinifera
Family: Vitaceae Minor: Pancreatitis, preventing
Medicinal Parts: Seeds, grape skins. reperfusion injury, reduces sun burn5.
Others: Headache, dysuria,
Indications: scabies, gonorrhoea, haemorrhoids,
Principal: Fluid retention, peripheral vomiting28.
venous insufficiency, capillary
resistance, diabetic retinopathy5, 28, 198, Cautions/Contraindications: None
200
. known.
Major: Eye strain, hyperlipidaemia,
enhances dermal wound healing, Side-effects: Dry, itchy scalp,
aging skin, cancer5, 198, 199, 200. dizziness, headache, hypertension,
~ 78 ~
grapeseed
~ 79 ~
grapeseed
~ 80 ~
green coffee
15mg, copper 1000mcg, manganese 2mg, marine collagen 200mg, L-cystine 100mg,
selenium 150mcg, chromium 50mcg, L-methionine 50mg, inositol 90mg.
iodine 150mcg, silicon 60mg, natural Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
mixed carotenoids 3mg, hydrolysed
GREEN COFFEE
Coffea arabica
Family: Rubiaceae Drug interactions: Antidiabetics,
Medicinal Parts: Seed. antihypertensives, iron compounds,
nicotine, phenylpropanolamine203.
Indications:
Principal: Stimulation of the nervous Dose: Average daily dose: 9 gm of
system, increasing arousal and ground drug; Average single dose: 3
vigilance, reducing fatigue202. gm of powder28.
Major: Diarrhoea, inflammation of the
mouth & pharynx, festering wounds28, 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Organic (Arkopharma)
202
. see Green Tea
Minor: Hepatitis, oedema, neuralgia,
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Ultimate (Arkopharma)
migraine, fever, asthma, to treat see Fenugreek
opium and alcohol intoxication28, 202.
Green Coffee (Quest)
Cautions: Patients with sensitive Tablets; Green coffee bean extract 200mg,
cardiovascular systems, kidney chlorogenic acids 90mg.
Local Distributor: Pharma MT Ltd.
diseases, hyperthyroidism, higher
disposition to convulsions, certain Green Coffee Bean (Power Health)
psychic disorders (including panic Capsules; Green coffee bean powder
anxiety states), pregnancy28. 133mg.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
Side-effects: Hyperacidity, stomach
irritation, diarrhoea, reduced appetite, Pure Green Coffee Extract (Lamberts)
Tablets; Decaffeinated green coffee
sleeplessness, anxiety, tremor, extract 200mg.
nervous restlessness, palpitations and Local Distributor: Health Plus
withdrawal headaches28.
~ 81 ~
green tea
GREEN TEA
Camellia sinensis
Family: Theaceae 4.3.2.1 Performance Detox (Arkopharma)
Medicinal Parts: Leaf. Vials; Green tea, mat, pawpaw, kola,
turmeric, elder, fennel, celery, chicory,
barley malt, fructo-oligosachharides.
Indications:
Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
Principal: Atherosclerosis204,
205
, hypercholesterolaemia206, 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Day & Night
dental caries207, gingivitis, cancer (Arkopharma)
prevention208, 209. Capsules;
Major: Sunburn protection210, 211, Yellow day capsule: Green tea extract
85.5mg, mat extract 85.5mg, barley malt
weight loss, weight maintenance212. powder 45mg, kola seed powder 39mg,
Minor: Inflammatory bowel disease, fennel fruit powder 30mg, celery seed
diabetes5, 28. powder 15mg.
Others: Headache, diarrhoea, fatigue, Brown night capsule: Lemon balm extract
vomiting, dyspepsia & other digestive 60mg, grape seed extract 60mg, kidney
symptoms, migraine5, 28. bean powder 60mg, hawthorn powder
20mg, chichory powder 20mg.
Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
Cautions: Weak cardiovascular
system, renal disease, 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Organic (Arkopharma)
hyperthyroidism, elevated Liquid; Green tea leaves, green coffee
susceptibility to spasm28. beans, fennel seed, mat leaves, guarana
seeds, celery stalks and leaves, chicory
roots, dandelion roots, kola seeds, black
Contraindications: Hypertension, radish roots.
cardiac arrhythmias, severe liver Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
disease, anxiety disorders, insomnia5.
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Ultimate (Arkopharma)
Side-effects: CNS stimulation, see Fenugreek
diuresis, hyperacidity, gastric Active Womens Multivitamins &
irritation, reduction in appetite when Minerals (Vega) see Siberian Ginseng
consumed in large amounts5, 28.
Altadrine Aquadrain (Alta Care)
Drug interactions: Anticoagulants, Capsules; Green tea leaf 250mg, sodium
carbonate 50mg, potassium carbonate
hypoglycaemic agents, iron, CNS 50mg, magnesium gluconate 50mg.
stimulants, CNS depressants, Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
diuretics, drugs metabolized by
CYP1A25, 28. Altadrine Day Burner (Alta Care) see
Grapeseed
Dose: 3-5 cups of green tea per day28. Altadrine Lipodrainer (Alta Care) see
Nettle
~ 82 ~
green tea
~ 83 ~
green tea
~ 84 ~
griffonia (5-htp)
GRIFFONIA (5-HTP)
Griffonia simplicifolia
Family: Leguminosae Drug interactions: Carbidopa,
Medicinal Parts: Seeds. MAOIs, SSRIs28, 213.
Indications: Dose:
Principal: Depression, anxiety, other Depression: 50 mg three times daily.
psychiatric and neurological disorders Insomnia: 100-300 mg before
where there is a deficiency of neural bedtime.
serotonin, insomnia28, 213. Fibromyalgia: 100 mg three times
Major: Fibromyalgia, obesity, chronic daily28, 213.
headache, migraine28.
Minor: To reduce risk of artery 5-HTP (HealthAid)
Prolonged release tablets; 50mg 5-HTP
& heart spasm, management of
from Griffonia simplicifolia seed extract.
Parkinsons disease & epilepsy28. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
~ 85 ~
grindella
GRINDELIA
Grindelia robusta
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
Medicinal Parts: Dried leaves,
flowering branches. GrinTuss (Aboca)
Paediatric & adult syrup; Plant extracts of
grindelia, plantain, helichrysum.
Indications: Local Distributor: Pharma MT Ltd.
Principal: Catarrhs of the upper
respiratory tract19, cough, bronchitis28. Mucovit Sciroppo Adulti (Erba Vita)
Others: Asthma, whooping cough19. Syrup; Acacia honey 11250mg, grindelia
flower heads 1135mg, vegetal extracts:
eucalyptus leaves 900mg, scotch pine
Cautions/Contraindications: None
buds 675mg, thyme flowers and leaves
known. 675mg, european elder flowers 675mg,
fir buds and berries 450mg, adhatoda
Side-effects: Gastric or renal irritation vasica leaves 225mg, scotch pine needles
rarely19. essential oil 22.5mg, vitamin C 22.5mg.
Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
Drug interactions: None known.
Mucovit Sciroppo Bambini (Erba Vita)
Syrup; Acacia honey 5625mg, grindelia
Dose: Daily dose: 4-6 gm of the drug flower heads 675mg, vegetal extracts of
or 3-6 gm of grindelia fluid extract; eucalyptus leaves 450mg, scotch pine
tincture (1:10 or 1:5, ethanol 60-80% buds 450mg, european elder flowers
v/v), 1.5-3 ml19. 450mg, fir buds and berries 450mg, thyme
flowers and leaves 225mg, vitamin C
Broncovit (Erba vita) 22.5mg, orange peel essential oil 22.5mg.
Syrup; Grindelia summit 1125mg, Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
extracts of maidenhair fern summit
900mg, common sundew flowered plant Pectovit (Erba Vita)
675mg, iceland moss whole plant 675mg, Ointment; Grindelia extract, eucalyptus
peppermint leaves 675mg, blackcurrant essential oil, pine essential oil, lavender
berries 450mg, dry extract of grapefruit essential oil, tea tree oil, niaouli essential
seed 11.25mg, peppermint essential oil oil.
22.5mg, acacia honey 5625mg, vitamin C Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
22.5mg.
~ 86 ~
guarana
GUARANA
Paullinia cupana
Family: Sapindaceae 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Organic (Arkopharma)
Medicinal Parts: Seeds. see Green Tea
~ 87 ~
guar gum
Hip & Thigh Formula (HealthAid) see soy lecithin 50mg, bladderwrack 25mg,
White Willow potassium gluconate 20mg, vitamin E
20mg, sodium chloride 20mg, magnesium
Male MaxTM (HealthAid) see Ginseng oxide 20mg, zinc gluconate 15mg,
Korean magnesium stearate 14mg, royal jelly
14mg, vitamin A 10mg, lutein 8.23mg,
Revive (Kelkin) marigold extract 5mg, vitamin B2 1.60mg,
Effervescent tablets; Guarana extract vitamin B1 1.40mg, vitamin B6 1mg,
50mg, Panax ginseng 15mg, vitamin C vitamin B12 1mg. Night (blue tablets):
85mg, vitamin B1 1.2mg, vitamin B2 Cellulose 200mg, tri calcium phosphate
1.5mg, niacin 18mg, vitamin B6 1.5mg, 200mg, lithothamnium calcareum 100mg,
folic acid 220mcg, vitamin B12 2mcg, vitamin C 60mg, glucosamine sulphate
biotin 80mcg, vitamin B5 6mg, calcium 50mg, spirulina 20mg, vitamin E 20mg,
100mg, magnesium 110mg, zinc 9.5mg. ferrous gluconate 20mg, maltodextrin
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea 15.80mg, magnesium stearate 14mg,
chondroitin sulphate 14mg, royal jelly
SiberSlimTM (HealthAid) see Siberian 10mg, soy lecithin 10mg, L-tryptophan
Ginseng 10mg, zinc gluconate 5mg, vitamin B6
1mg, vitamin B2 1.6mg, vitamin B1
Silvia Women Formula (Alta Care) 1.4mg, vitamin B12 1mg, folic acid 0.2mg,
Tablets; Day (pink tablets): Cellulose vitamin D3 0.001mg.
200mg, maltodextrin 147.77mg, Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
magnesium carbonate 80mg, vitamin C
60mg, guarana seed dry extract 50mg, Zotrim (Natures Remedies) see Mat
GUAR GUM
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
~ 88 ~
gymnema
Dose: One dose of 5 gm per tablet or Snoreeze Oral Strips (Snoreeze) see
granules, three times daily28. Peppermint
GYMNEMA
Gymnema sylvestre
Family: Asclepiadaceae Side-effects: Gastric irritation,
Medicinal Parts: Leaf. hepatotoxicity5.
HAWTHORN
Crataegus laevigata
~ 89 ~
hoodia
HOODIA
Hoodia gordonii
Family: Asclepiadaceae Drug interactions: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts.
Dose: 400mg twice daily231.
Indications: Appetite suppression 28,
230
. Magnolia, Valerian, St. Johns Wort
Complex (HealthAid)
Capsules; Hawthorn oil macerate (2:1)
Cautions/Contraindications: None 250mg, hawthorn powder extract (1:1)
known. 100mg, viburnum extract (10:1) 50mg,
valerian extract (5:1) 50mg, St. Johns Wort
Side-effects: None known. extract (10:1) 25mg, passionflower extract
(4:1) 2.5mg.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
~ 90 ~
hops
HOPS
Humulus lupulus
Family: Cannabaceae Calma Baby (Erba Vita) see Linden
Medicinal Parts: Dried strobiles.
Chalet Hair Stimulant (Alta Care) see
Saw Palmetto
Indications:
Principal: Restlessness, nervousness, Controller Natural Sleep (Alta Care) see
anxiety, sleep disturbances5, 9, 28, 45, 232, Linden
233
.
Major: Menopause, headache, Dormeasan (A.Vogel) see Valerian
indigestion5, 28, 234.
Minor: Neuralgia235, to wean Ellegyn (Alta Care)
Patches; Hops extract, soya oil, acrylates
patients off pharmaceutical sedative copolymer, triethanolamine, glycine,
medicines, leg ulcers, oedema5, 28. propylene glycol, ethoxy-diglycol.
Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
Cautions: When given in conjunction
with other central nervous system Kalms (Lanes) see Valerian
depressants, antipsychotics or alcohol
Menophase (Higher Nature) see
due to its sedative effect28. Schisandra
~ 91 ~
horehound
HOREHOUND
Marrubium vulgare
Family: Labiatae Cautions: Heart disease, GI
Medicinal Parts: Whole herb, disorders239.
collected during flowering.
Contraindications: Pregnancy28, 239.
Indications:
Internal Side-effects: Rash, arrhythmias,
Principal: Respiratory catarrh, acute hypotension, decreased blood sugar,
& chronic bronchitis, whooping vomiting, diarrhoea239.
cough, poor digestion9, 28.
Major: Type 2 diabetes237, Drug interactions: SSRIs,
hypercholesterolaemia238, ondansetron, bromocriptine239.
hypertension.
Minor: Loss of appetite, bloating & Dose: Average daily dose: 4.5 gm of
flatulence, diarrhoea, jaundice, painful the drug; 30 to 60 ml pressed juice28.
menstruation28.
External Erbalax Delicato Capsule (Erba Vita)
Ulcers, skin damage, mouth and see Rhubarb
throat infections28.
~ 92 ~
horse chestnut
HORSE CHESTNUT
Aesculus hippocastanum
Family: Hippocastanaceae Drug interactions: Warfarin, heparin,
Medicinal Parts: Seed. Less salicylates, antiplatelet drugs14, 28, 250,
commonly bark, flower & leaf. digoxin251.
~ 93 ~
horseradish
HORSERADISH
Armoracia rusticana
Family: Brassicaceae Contraindications: Pregnancy,
Medicinal Parts: Roots, leaves. lactation, children under 4 years of
age9, 28.
Indications:
Principal: Nasal congestion, sinusitis5, Side-effects: GI upsets, vomiting,
9, 28, 252
. diarrhoea, irritation of mucous
Major: Urinary tract infections, membranes5; irritation, blistering or
bronchitis252, joint & tissue allergic reactions with skin contact of
inflammation5, 28. fresh horseradish5, 9.
Minor: Gall bladder disorders,
reducing oedema5, 28. Drug interactions: None known.
Others: As an abortifacient5.
Dose: 2-20 g/day of the root or
Cautions: People with stomach & equivalent preparations before meals.
intestinal ulcers, kidney disorders, Topical preparations with a maximum
hypothyroidism, patients receiving of 2% mustard oil content5, 9.
thyroxine5, 9.
~ 94 ~
horsetail
HORSETAIL
Equisetum arvense
Family: Equisetaceae cardiac insufficiency, hypertonia28.
Medicinal Parts: Barren stems.
Contraindications: Oedema due to
Indications: impaired heart or kidney function28.
Principal: Urinary tract complaints
including cystitis253, prostatitis, Side-effects: None known.
urethritis, enuresis254, 255, 256.
Major: Kidney & bladder stones, Drug interactions: Lithium255.
post-traumatic & static oedema294,
wounds, burns256. Dose: 6 gm of herb daily administered
Minor: Brittle fingernails, loss of hair, with plenty of fluids; Liquid extract:
rheumatic diseases, chilblains28, 256. 1 to 4 ml 3 times daily; Tea: 2-3 gm
per cup repeatedly during the day
Cautions: Consult a doctor when between mealtimes28.
the drug is utilized as a bath additive
in cases of major skin lesions, acute Horsetail (HealthAid)
skin lesions of unknown origin, major Liquid; Horsetail extract 1:5 (equiv. of
200mg of horsetail herb) in 1ml.
feverish and infectious diseases,
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
HYDRANGEA
Hydrangea arborescens
Family: Hydrangeaceae Contraindications: Pregnancy19.
Medicinal Parts: Dried rhizomes and
roots. Side-effects: Contact dermatitis257,
gastro-enteritis9.
Indications:
Principal: Bladder and kidney stones9, Drug interactions: None known.
19, 28
.
Major: Other genito-urinary Dose: Three times daily: dried
complaints such as cystitis, urethritis rhizome and root, 2-4 gm or by
& prostatitis19. decoction; liquid extract 1:1 in 25%
Minor: Enlarged prostate gland9. alcohol, 2-4 ml; tincture 1:5 in 45%
alcohol, 2-10 ml19.
~ 95 ~
hyssop
HYSSOP
Hyssopus officinalis
Family: Labiatae Contraindications: Pregnancy19.
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, flower tips.
Side-effects: None known at
Indications: therapeutic dose levels.
Principal: Bronchitis, common
colds, chronic nasal catarrh, coughs, Drug interactions: None known.
asthma28, 19.
Major: Sore throat, hoarsness (as a Dose: Adults, three times daily: dried
gargle), congested nose due to colds herb, usually in infusion, 2-4g; liquid
(topically)19. extract 1:1 in 25% ethanol, 2-4ml;
Minor: For the gentle stimulation of tincture 1:5 in 45% alcohol, 5-10ml45.
circulation, intestinal catarrhs28.
ICELAND MOSS
Cetraria islandica
Family: Parmeliaceae Side-effects: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Dried thallus.
Drug interactions: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Irritation of the oral and Dose: Adults: three or four times
pharyngeal mucous membranes and daily: 1-2 gm of dried lichen as a
accompanying dry cough, hoarseness, decoction or infusion; tincture (1:5
sore throat8, 19, 28. in 40% alcohol), 1-1.5ml; equivalent
Major: Bronchitis, bronchial asthma, preparations19.
respiratory catarrh, loss of appetite19,
28
. Broncovit (Erba vita) see Grindelia
Minor: Gastritis, digestive complaints,
nausea and vomiting (in particular in Isla Cassis
Lozenges; Aqueous iceland moss extract
pregnancy and with migraine)19, 28. 80mg.
Others: Gastric & duodenal ulcers, Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
irritable bowel syndrome, cachexia,
tumours19. Isla Mint
Lozenges; Aqueous iceland moss extract
Cautions/Contraindications: None 80mg.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
known.
~ 96 ~
ivy leaf
IVY LEAF
Hedera helix
Family: Araliaceae Side-effects: GI upset, contact
Medicinal Parts: Leaves. dermatitis with large doses14.
ISPAGHULA HUSK
See Psyllium
JUNIPER
Juniperus communis
Family: Cupressaceae rheumatism, arthritis, gout9, 19, 28.
Medicinal Parts: Essential oil from Minor: To regulate menstruation, to
berry cones, berry. relieve menstrual pain28, 258.
Others: Severe irritation resulting
Indications: from bronchitis, diabetes9, 28.
Principal: Dyspeptic complaints,
cystitis & other benign urinary tract Cautions: Hyperglycaemia;
disorders9, 19, 28. hypokalaemia; external administration
Major: Appetite stimulant, for large skin wounds, acute skin
~ 97 ~
karela
KARELA
Momordica charantia
Family: Curcubitaceae pregnancy, lactation, people with
Medicinal Parts: Fruit, leaves. glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase
deficiency5, 28.
Indications:
Principal: Diabetes259, 260, cancer Side-effects: Headache,
(breast261, gall bladder5, lung, hypoglycaemic coma, convulsions in
colon262), HIV263. children5, 14.
Major: Hypercholesterolaemia260,
worms, viral conditions263, GI Drug interactions: Antidiabetic
complaints, headaches5, 28. agents, cholesterol lowering drugs5,
Minor: As an emmenagogue in 14, 28
.
reproductive health, psoriasis, wounds
(externally)5, 28. Dose:
Diabetes: Aqueous extract of bitter
Cautions: Diabetics while monitoring melon fruit juice containing 100 gm
their blood sugar levels regularly28. of fruit in 100ml of extract taken
daily5.
Contraindications: Hypoglycaemia,
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kelp
KELP
Laminaria hyperborea
and iodine14, ginkgo, garlic, saw
Family: Fucaceae palmetto, diuretics261.
Medicinal Parts: Leaves.
~ 99 ~
kidney bean
Formula VM-75 (Solgar) see Buckwheat polyphenols), blue green algae 30mg,
chlorella broken cell algae 30mg, spirulina
Healthy Mega (HealthAid) see algae 30mg.
Buckwheat Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons
Ltd.
Kelp (Power Health)
Tablets; Kelp 500mg providing iodine on Menophase (Higher Nature) see
average between 300 and 495mcg. Schisandra
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
MSM Glucosamine Joint Complex
Kelp Plus Greens Formula (Vega) (Higher Nature) see Celery
Capsules; Kelp seaweed powder 300mg
(providing iodine 300mcg (min 0.1%)), Rejuvadeen Formula (Vega) see Green
green tea leaf extract 10mg (min. 40% Tea
KIDNEY BEAN
Phaseolus vulgaris
Family: Fabaceae Drug interactions: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Pods, beans.
Dose: The recommended daily dose is
Indications: Urinary tract infections, 5 to 15 gm of herb28.
kidney and bladder stones28.
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Day & Night
Cautions/Contraindications: None (Arkopharma) see Green Tea
known.
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Ultimate (Arkopharma)
see Fenugreek
Side-effects: No health hazards
known in conjunction with the SiberSlimTM (HealthAid) see Siberian
proper administration of designated Ginseng
therapeutic dosages.
KOLA NUT
Cola acuminata
Family: Sterucliaceae Major: Depression, tiredness, poor
Medicinal Parts: Cotyledon. appetite9, 28, 265.
Minor: Migraine headache,
Indications: diarrhoea14, 28, 265.
Internally Externally
Principal: Lack of stamina 8, 9, 14, 28, 265. Wounds, inflammation28.
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lavender
LAVENDER
Lavandula officinalis
Family: Labiatae before widespread application5, 28.
Medicinal Parts: Flower.
Contraindications: Pregnancy &
Indications: lactation28.
Principal: Anxiety, insomnia, lack of
concentration5, 8, 14, 28. Side-effects:
Major: Dyspepsia, bloating8, alopecia, Major: Drowsiness, GI disturbance,
perineal discomfort following skin irritation5, 28.
childbirth, burns, insect bites5. Minor: Prepubertal gynecomastia in
Minor: Migraine, neuralgia, minor boys5.
cuts & bruises, strained muscles,
acne, eczema5, 28. Drug interactions: Pharmaceutical
Others: Varicose ulcers, loss of voice sedatives, antidepressants5.
(in a gargle)5.
Dose:
Cautions: Topical preparations should Infusion (tea): 1.5gm dried flowers in
be tested on a small area of skin 150ml water.
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lemon balm
Calma Baby (Erba Vita) see Linden Tea Tree (Bios Line) see Tea Tree
Dermavital (HealthAid) see Aloe Vera Venalta (Alta Care) see Grapeseed
Evening Primrose (HealthAid) see Venis Sollievo (Erba Vita) see Grapeseed
Evening Primrose
LEMON BALM
Melissa officinalis
Family: Labiatae Cautions: Limit alcohol intake,
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts. diabetes, alcohol dependence, liver
disease270.
Indications:
Internally Contraindications: Hypothyroidism,
Principal: Anxiety, nervousness, pregnancy5, 270.
insomnia5, 8, 28, 266, 267.
Major: To improve cognitive Side-effects: Drowsiness270.
function, Alzheimers disease268, 269,
gastrointestinal conditions associated Drug interactions: Barbiturates,
with spasm and nervousness5, 8, 28, 267. cholinergic drugs5, 270.
Externally
Herpes simplex type 1, rheumatism, Dose: Fresh herb: 1.5-4.5 gm two-
nerve pain, stiff neck5, 28. three times daily; Infusion: 1.5-4.5
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lemongrass
LEMONGRASS
Cymbopogon citratus
Family: Poaceae Dose: 2g of dried leaf in 150ml of
Medicinal Parts: Dried leaves, oil. water; two fresh minced leaves or 2
gm of powdered dried leaf is used28.
Indications:
Principal: GI symptoms, as a mild Citronella Geranium Aerosol Free
astringent8, 28. Nebuliser (Sella)
Spray; Citronella essential oil 5%,
Major: Lumbago, neuralgic &
geranium essential oil 0.5%.
rheumatic pain, sprains, colds, Local Distributor: Premier Healthcare
bronchitis, fever28.
Minor: Insect repellent8. Citronella Geranium for Children (Sella)
Cream; Citronella essential oil 5%,
Contraindications: Pregnancy28. geranium essential oil 0.5%.
Local Distributor: Premier Healthcare
Side-effects: Rarely, allergic Citronella Geranium Stick (Sella)
reactions8, 28. Cream; Citronella essential oil 5%,
geranium essential oil 0.5%.
Drug interactions: None known. Local Distributor: Premier Healthcare
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licorice
LICORICE
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Family: Leguminosae Drug interactions: Anticoagulants,
Medicinal Parts: Root, stolon. antihypertensives, chemotherapy
(paclitaxel & vinblastine),
Indications: corticosteroids, digitalis glycosides,
Principal: Peptic ulcer271, 272, diuretics, iron compounds, laxatives,
dyspepsia, dermatitis273, 5, 9, 14, 28, 45, 274. oral contraceptive pill, potassium,
Major: Viral infections (SARS- ulcer-healing drugs, warfarin, drugs
associated CV, HIV, influenza, metabolized by liver enzymes
HSV-1)271, 275, 276, respiratory tract CYP3A4, 2B6, 2C9, 2E1 or 1A15, 14,
infections276, chronic stress5, 9, 28, 45, 274. 28, 274
.
Minor: Chronic fatigue syndrome,
polycystic ovary disease, preventing Dose: Fluid extract (1:1): 2-4 ml
diabetic complications, menopause, three times daily or 15-40 ml/week;
weight loss, Addisons disease5, 28. Root: 5-15 g/day; Tea: pour 150 ml
Others: Rheumatism277, arthritis, of boiling water over 1 teaspoon
adrenocorticoid insufficiency45. (2-4 gm) licorice root, simmer for
5 minutes and filter through a tea
Cautions: Hypertension (or a genetic strainer after cooling5.
predisposition to hypertension),
fluid retention, men with a history of 2-Day DetoxPlan (HealthAid) see Milk
impotence, infertility or decreased Thistle
libido5, 9.
Altaflora Gastrogel (Alta Care) see Aloe
Vera
Contraindications: Hypokalaemia,
cirrhosis of the liver, hypotonia, Coloclear Extra (Higher Nature) see
severe renal insufficiency, diabetes Flaxseed
mellitus, pregnancy5, 9, 14, 28, 45.
DigestivAid No Acid (ESI)
Chewable tablets; Carbonated calcium
Side-effects: 160mg, licorice 120mg, fossil coral
Principal: Hypercortisolism, 100mg, apple pectin 30mg, papaya
pseudohyperaldosteronism, 16.5mg.
hypokalaemia, hypertension, Local Distributor: Collis Williams Ltd.
encephalopathy, oedema, weight gain.
Major: Hypokalaemic paralysis, Echinacea Plus Ginseng & Astragalus
Herbal Complex (Vega) see Echinacea
rhabdomyolysis, juvenile
hypertension, decreased testosterone. Erbalax Delicato Sciroppo (Erba Vita)
Minor: Visual disturbance, dropped see Rhubarb
head syndrome5, 9, 14, 28, 45.
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linden
LINDEN
Tilia species
Family: Tiliaceae administration of designated
Medicinal Parts: Flowers. therapeutic dosages.
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linseed
LINSEED
see Flaxseed
LUFFA
Luffa aegyptica
Family: Cucurbitaceae Side-effects: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Fruit.
Drug interactions: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Prevention for infections Luffa Complex (A.Vogel)
or colds, treatment for nasal catarrh, Tablets, nasal spray; Extracts of: Luffa,
American spikenard, heartseed, golden
sinusitis28.
thryallis, chapparal, okoubaka, toothpick
Others: Cough, chronic bronchitis28. weed.
Local Distributor: Health Plus
Cautions/Contraindications: None
known.
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maca
MACA
Lepidium meyenii
Family: Brassicaceae ginseng root, dry extract of maca root,
Medicinal Parts: Root. micronized powder of maca root,
dry extract of roseroot, dry extract of
Zizyphus jujube spinosa seed, flax oil
Indications: microencapsulated, linolenic acid, linoleic
Principal: Male sexual dysfunction282, acid, oleic acid, dry extract of Jiao Gu Lan
283, 284
, decreased epididymal sperm leaves, L-teanina (extract from green tea
count285, psychological symptoms leaves), vitamin B6, vitamin B1, vitamin
(including anxiety & depression) and B12.
sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
women286, 292. Maca (HealthAid)
Major: Learning & memory Liquid; Maca extract 1:10 (equiv. of
impairment287, prostatic hyperplasia288, 100mg of maca herb) in 1ml.
289
, diabetes, hypercholesterolaemia290, Tablets; Maca powder 500mg.
292
. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Minor: Protection against UVA, UVB
Male Formula (HealthAid) see Ginseng
and UVC291, 292.
Korean
~ 107 ~
magnolia
MAGNOLIA
Magnolia glauca
Family: Magnoliaceae Contraindications: Pregnancy,
Medicinal Parts: Bark. breast-feeding294.
MAIZE
see Corn Silk
~ 108 ~
marigold
MARIGOLD
Calendula officinalis
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Others: Eczema, proctitis, frostbite299,
Medicinal Parts: The flowers are 5, 19, 28
[External use].
primarily used, but the stems, younger
leaves, seeds and roots all have Cautions: Patients with confirmed
medicinal properties. allergy to herbs or foods from the
Compositae family5, 14.
Indications:
Principal: Poorly healing wounds296, Contraindications: Internal use in
minor burns & scalds (including pregnancy19.
sunburns)297, 298, mosquito bites &
bee stings, cuts, sprains, bruises, Side-effects: Irritant dermatitis5, 14, 28.
inflammatory skin lesions296, 298, 5, 9, 14,
19, 28, 302
[External use]. Drug interactions: None known.
Major: Varicose veins, haemorrhoids,
crural ulcer300, prophylaxis Dose: Dried herb: 1-2 gm as an
& treatment of bedsores, infusion daily in divided doses;
conjunctivitis299, 301, 5, 9, 14, 19, 28 [External Liquid extract (1:2): 15-30 ml/week
use]. for internal use or 1.5-4.5 ml/day in
Minor: Gastric & duodenal ulcers, divided doses; dilute 1:3 for external
gastrointestinal inflammatory application; Tincture (1:5): 0.3-1.2 ml
disorders296, gingivitis, amenorrhoea, three times daily5.
dysmenorrhoea, epistaxis301, 5, 9, 19, 28
[Internal use]. Alkagin (Istituto Ganassini) see Mallow
~ 109 ~
marshmallow
MARSHMALLOW
Althaea officinalis
Family: Malvaceae Contraindications: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Leaf, root.
Side-effects: None known.
Indications:
Internal Drug interactions: Concurrent
Principal: Dry irritating coughs303, use may result in impaired drug
respiratory catarrh & bronchitis, absorption. Administration of
irritation & inflammation of the oral marshmallow should be separated by
and pharyngeal mucosa304, 305, 8, 9, 19, 28. at least two hours from that of other
Major: Digestive tract disorders orally-administered drugs28.
(including enteritis & peptic ulcer304),
urinary tract disorders (including Dose: Up to three times daily:
cystitis & urethritis)305, 9, 19. dried leaf, 2-5 gm as an infusion
External or equaivalent preparation; liquid
Principal: Mouth & throat extract (1:1 in 25% ethanol), 2-5 ml.
inflammations (as a gargle)304, 8, 9, 19, 28. Topically: 5% powdered leaf in an
Major: Skin disorders including ointment base9, 19.
abrasions, fissures, insect stings, boils,
abscesses & ulcers9, 19. Altaflora Transit (Alta Care) see
Rhubarb
Cautions: Marshmallow may
interfere with existing hypoglycaemic
therapy9.
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mat
MAT
Ilex paraguariensis
Family: Aquifoliaceae of caffeine from the body may be
Medicinal Parts: Leaf. enhanced or retarded by concomitant
use of certain other drugs14, 19.
Indications:
Principal: Mental & physical fatigue, Dose: Three times daily: 1-2 gm of
headache8, 9, 19, 28, 306. dried leaf or an equivalent preparation
Major: Mild depression, rheumatic such as an infusion or liquid extract
pains9, 19, 28, 307. 1:1 in 25% alcohol19.
Minor: Adjuvant in slimming
regimens14, oliguria19. 4.3.2.1 Performance Detox (Arkopharma)
Others: As a prophylaxis against fever see Green Tea
and infection28.
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Day & Night
(Arkopharma) see Green Tea
Cautions: Hypertension, cardiac
disorders, pregnancy, lactation9. 4.3.2.1 Shape Up Organic (Arkopharma)
see Green Tea
Contraindications: None known.
4.3.2.1 Shape Up Ultimate (Arkopharma)
see Fenugreek
Side-effects: Anxiety, tremors,
palpitations, withdrawal headaches, Biofreeze Pain Relieving Gel (Biofreeze)
nervousness, restlessness, insomnia9, Gel; Natural menthol, Ilex paraguariensis
14
. extract.
Local Distributor: Collis William Ltd.
Drug interactions: Centrally acting
Zotrim (Natures Remedies)
drugs, OTC nasal decongestants, Tablets; Mat extract 27.5%, guarana
sedating antihistamines, antinausea extract 23.3%, damiana extract 9%.
agents. The metabolic clearance Local Distributor: Collis Williams Ltd.
MEADOWSWEET
Filipendula ulmaria
Family: Rosaceae fever, gastrointestinal conditions
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts. (hyperacidity, acidic dyspepsia, peptic
ulceration)5, 8, 9, 28, 45, 308.
Indications: Major: Conditions associated with
Principal: Supportive therapy mild to moderate pain rheumatism
for colds, cough, bronchitis, of joints & muscles5, 9, 28, 308.
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meadowsweet
Minor: Gout, bladder & kidney Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
disease5, 9, 28, 308.
Altacura Influtuss (Alta Care)
Cautions: Asthmatics . 9 Syrup; Lemon concentrate 96.65g, honey
2.00g, glycerol 1.20g, vitamin C 60mg,
xanthane 24mg, zinc gluconate 15mg,
Contraindications: Salicylate
propolis 14mg, potassium sorbate 10mg,
sensitivity, pregnancy5, 9, 45. meadowsweet extract 10mg, sodium
methyl parahydroxybenzoate 10mg,
Side-effects: None known. aspartame 2mg, potassium acesulfame
2mg, lemon flavour 1mg.
Drug interactions: Anticoagulant or Tablets; Sorbitol 313.4mg, papaya fruit
antiplatelet drugs (warfarin, aspirin, 60.0mg, vitamin C 60.0mg, propolis
simple analgesics)5, 14, 308. 30.0mg, zinc oxide 18.7mg, magnesium
stearate 5.0mg, lemon flavour 5.0mg,
mint essential oil 3.0mg, silica 2.0mg,
Dose: Fresh flowers: 2.5-3.5 gm/day;
curcuma extract 2.0mg, aspartame 0.4mg,
fresh herb: 4-5 g/day; Infusion: Steep potassium acesulfame 0.4mg.
2-3 gm in 150 ml boiled water for 10 Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
minutes and drink as hot as tolerable;
fluid extract: (1:1) (gm/ml): 2-3 ml/ Altadrine Day Burner (Alta Care) see
day5. Grapeseed
2-Day DetoxPlan (HealthAid) see Milk Altadrine Night Burner (Alta Care) see
Thistle Green Tea
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melilot
MELILOT
See Sweet Clover
MILK THISTLE
Silybum marianum
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Drug interactions: Cisplatin,
Medicinal Parts: Fruit, leaves. metronidazole, nifedipine, protease
inhibitors, pyrazinamide, warfarin5, 14,
Indications: 28, 320
.
Principal: Liver diseases309, 311,
312
hepatocyte repair, supportive Dose: Average daily recommended
treatment in patients with alcoholic dose: 12-15 gm of milk thistle seed
liver disease313 with cirrhosis and/ in divided doses; Liquid extract (1:1):
or abnormal liver function, acute 4-9 ml/day; liquid extract (1:2): 30-60
viral hepatitis314, hepatitis C ml/week5.
infection, liver damage following
exposure to chemical toxins, 2-Day DetoxPlan (HealthAid)
diabetes319, jaundice, to prevent Liquid; Milk thistle extract (1:3), tamarind
hepatotoxicity after poisoning with pulp concentrate (4:1), dandelion root
extract (1:3), artichoke leaf extract (1:3),
the mushroom Amanita phalloides, meadowsweet herb extract (1:3), burdock
chemoprevention, treatment of extract (1:3), oregon grape root extract
cancer310, 311, 315, 5, 8, 14, 28, 45, 320. (1:3), liquorice root extract (1:3), fennel
Major: Dyspeptic complaints seed extract (1:3), yellow dock root
such as flatulence and bloating310, extract (1:3), swedish bitters extract (1:3),
hypercholesterolaemia309, 317, to prune juice.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
stimulate milk production318,
depression319, 5, 28, 45. DiaglucoforteTM (HealthAid) see Karela
Minor: Loss of appetite,
haemorrhoids, psoriasis, skin cancer Herbal Female Complex (Solgar) see
prevention309, 5, 28, 45. Black Cohosh
~ 113 ~
milk thistle
~ 114 ~
mint
MINT
see Peppermint
MUIRA-PUAMA
Ptychopetalum olacoides
Family: Olacaceae decoction: 0.5 to 2 ml 3 times daily;
Medicinal Parts: Roots, bark. for external use, the herb can be added
to baths28.
Indications:
Principal: Prevention of sexual Chalet Hair Stimulant (Alta Care) see
disorders, to promote sexual Saw Palmetto
function28, 321, 323.
Gentlemens ThreeTM (HealthAid) see
Major: Depression, to enhance Ginseng Korean
memory, nervousness28, 321, 322, 323.
Minor: Diarrhoea, loss of appetite28. Herbal 3 (HealthAid) see Pumpkin
~ 115 ~
mullein
MULLEIN
Verbascum densiflorum
Family: Scrophulariaceae Side-effects: Contact dermatitis5.
Medicinal Parts: Flower.
Drug interactions: None noted.
Indications:
Principal: Bronchitis, tracheitis, Dose: Fluid extract (1:1): 1.5-2 ml
coughs & colds, catarrh of the upper twice daily; tincture (1:5): 7.5-10 ml
respiratory tract, asthma5, 28, 45, 325. twice daily; Dried leaf: 12-24 gm/day;
Major: Wounds, burns, bruises, decoction: 1.5-2 gm of herb in 250 ml
haemorrhoids, pruritis, to soften the of cold water, bought to boil for 10
skin, chronic otitis media (topical minutes, taken twice daily5.
use)5, 45.
Minor: Inflamed mucosa, sore throat5, Herbal BoosterTM (HealthAid) see
45
. Guarana
MYRRH
Commiphora molmol
Family: Burseraceae menopausal symptoms328, 5.
Medicinal Parts: Gum resin, stem, Others: Schistosomiasis329, acne5.
leaves.
Contraindications: Known allergy,
Indications: pregnancy5, 28.
Principal: Oral or pharyngeal
inflammation, bed sores, minor Side-effects: Restlessness, mild
wounds, haemorrhoids326 [externally abdominal discomfort, GI symptoms
as a tincture], respiratory conditions, such as diarrhoea & nausea5, 14.
mouth ulcers, gingivitis327 [as a
mouthwash], pharyngitis [as a gargle], Drug interactions: Diabetic
respiratory catarrh326, 328, 329, 5, 9, 14, 28, 45. medication, lipid-lowering medication,
Major: Hyperlipidaemia, anticoagulant & antiplatelet
hypercholesterolaemia, medication, diltiazem, propranolol5, 28.
hypertriglyceridaemia5.
Minor: Dysmenorrhoea, amenorrhoea, Dose: Three times daily: Myrrh
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nasturtium
tincture (1:5, 90% ethanol). For Ad-muc (Merz) see Chamomile, German
external use apply undiluted tincture.
As a gargle or mouthwash: 5ml of Echinacea & Black Elderberry (Higher
Nature) see Echinacea
tincture in a glass or water45.
NASTURTIUM
Tropaeolum majus
Family: Tropaeolaceae Contraindications: GI ulcers, kidney
Medicinal Parts: The whole diseases, infants or small children28.
flowering plant & the seeds.
Side-effects: Contact dermatitis330.
Indications:
Principal: Recurrent urinary tract Drug interactions: None known.
infections330, 331, 332.
Major: Catarrh of the upper Dose: Daily dose: extract: 14.4 mg
respiratory tract, cough, bronchitis28. taken 3 times daily; infusion: 2 to 3
Minor: Mild muscular pain, menstrual cups per day; pressed juice: 30 gm per
disorders, hair loss, infected & poorly day28.
healing wounds [externally]28.
Others: Scurvy, tuberculosis28. Slim-Rite (HealthAid) see Alfalfa
NEEM
Antelaea azadirachta
Family: Meliaceae designed therapeutic dosages.
Medicinal Parts: Bark, leaves,
branches, seeds, latex. Drug interactions: None known.
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nettle
NETTLE
Urtica dioica
Family: Urticaceae reactions (skin afflictions, oedema),
Medicinal Parts: Leaf, root. urticaria, pruritus5, 28, 19, 45, 337.
~ 118 ~
oats
bitter orange fruit 50mg, green tea leaf MSM Glucosamine Joint Complex
50mg, tomato powder 50mg, paullina (Higher Nature) see Celery
cubana 30mg, fennel fruit 30mg, sodium
benzoate 10mg. Nettle Leaf (HealthAid)
Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd. Liquid; Nettle leaf extract 1:4 (equiv. of
250mg of nettle leaf herb) in 1ml.
Altadrine Night Burner (Alta Care) see Tablets; Nettle leaf extract and raw
Green Tea powder (4:1) 140mg equiv. to 560mg of
nettle leaf powder.
Carbogas (Sella) see Fennel Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Chalet Hair Stimulant (Alta Care) see Prostavital (HealthAid) see Pumpkin
Saw Palmetto
Urtica (A.Vogel)
Cysticare (HealthAid) see Cranberry Liquid; Tincture of organically grown
fresh stinging nettle leaves and root,
Flodol Artro (Alta Care) see extracted in alcohol (50% v/v).
Meadowsweet Local Distributor: Health Plus
OATS
Avena sativa
Family: Poaceae Contraindications: Patients with
Medicinal Parts: The whole coeliac disease, intestinal obstruction5,
flowering plant, including the oat 28
.
straw and the seed.
Side-effects: Flatulence, anal
Indications: irritation5.
Principal: Hyperlipidaemia338, 339,
hypertension340, pruritus, blood sugar Drug interactions:
regulation (diabetes)341. Antihypertensives, lipid-lowering
Major: Libido, exhaustion, insomnia, medications including statins5, 28.
anxiety, neurasthenia, GI complaints,
consequences of nicotine abuse5, 8, 28. Dose: 1-4 gm three times daily of
Minor: Rheumatism, bladder oatmeal or straw; 20-40 ml/week 1:2
weakness, gout, kidney ailments28. tincture5.
Cautions: Oat bran products should CarbonFlor (Erba Vita) see Aniseed
be taken with large amounts of
Cholestro-Vit Formula (Vega) see Garlic
water to assure that the fiber is well
dispersed in the bowel28. ColestroforteTM (HealthAid) see
Fenugreek
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olive
Gastro-Vit Formula (Vega) see Aloe Vera Passiflora Complex (A.Vogel) see
Passionflower
Hi-Active Formula (Vega)
Capsules; Oat straw extract 10:1 equiv. to Premenstrual Formula (Vega)
herb 500mg, starflower seed oil powder Capsules; Oat straw extract 10:1 equiv.
33% 100mg (min. 20% GLA), soy lecithin to herb 250mg, evening primrose seed oil
powder 67mg, vitamin C 30mg, choline powder 33% 100mg (providing min. 10%
bitartrate 20mg, inositol 20mg, niacin GLA), magnesium oxide 100mg, niacin
18mg, L-glutamine 10mg, L-tyrosine 36mg, vitamin C 30mg, green tea leaf
10mg, vitamin E 10mg, zinc 7.5mg, iron extract 20mg (min. 40% polyphenols),
7mg, pantothenic acid 6mg, beta carotene vitamin E 20mg, pantothenic acid 12mg,
2.4mg, vitamin B6 2mg, vitamin B2 zinc 7.5mg, iron 7mg, vitamin B6 4mg,
1.6mg, vitamin B1 1.4mg, manganese vitamin B2 3.2mg, vitamin B1 2.8mg,
0.25mg, folate 200mcg, selenium 100mcg, beta carotene 2.4mg, folate 400mcg,
copper 50mcg, vitamin B12 1mcg. manganese 0.25mg, chromium 200mcg,
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons selenium 100mcg, selenium 100mcg,
Ltd. iodine 75mcg, copper 50mcg, vitamin B12
2mcg.
Oat Seed (HealthAid) Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons
Liquid; Oat seed extract 1:2 (equiv. of Ltd.
500mg of oat seed herb) in 1ml.
OLIVE
Olea europaea
Family: Oleaceae Olive Oil
Medicinal Parts: Fruit, leaf. Principal: Hypertension,
hypercholesterolaemia345, 346, psoriasis,
Indications: eczema, sun burn, mild burns,
Olive leaves rheumatism28.
Principal: Arteriosclerosis, Major: Used as a laxative to soften
hypertension342, 343, 344. impacted faeces, gallbladder
Major: Symptomatic relief in inflammation, flatulence5, cancer
osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis342, prevention (prostate, colon & breast)345,
gout, fever, asthma, tonsillitis, 346
.
pharyngitis, diabetes343. Minor: Roemhel syndrome, GI ulcers,
Minor: Bacterial (such as bronchitis kidney stones5, 28.
& tonsillitis), fungal (such as vaginal
candidiasis, Tinea pedis & Tinea Cautions: Known allergies to the
capitis) and viral infections (such as Oleaceae family of plants5, biliary
herpes simplex)342, 344. tract stones28.
~ 120 ~
oregon grape
OREGON GRAPE
Mahonia aquifolium
Family: Berberidaceae side effects are known in conjunction
Medicinal Parts: Roots. with the proper administration of
designed therapeutic dosages28.
Indications:
Principal: Scaly skin, psoriasis347, Drug interactions: None known.
eczema348.
Major: Bronchitis, diarrhoea, gastritis, Dose: Fluid extract: 10-20 drops
cholecystitis, liver & gallbladder diluted and taken every 3-4 hours as
conditions28, 349. needed; Tincture: 20-40 drops per
day; standardized alkaloid extracts:
Contraindications: Pregnancy28. 250 mg per day350.
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papaya
PAPAYA
Carica papaya
Family: Caricaceae Altaflora Gastrogel (Alta Care) see Aloe
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, fruit. Vera
Altacura Influtuss Extra (Alta Care) Flodol (Alta Care) see Meadowsweet
Tablets; Sorbitol 313.4mg, papaya fruit
dried extract 60.0mg, vitamin C 60.0mg, Flodolor Flexi (Alta Care)
propolis dried extract 30.0mg, zinc oxide Syrup; Ananas juice 5390mg, honey sugar
18.7mg, magnesium stearate 5.0mg, free 3000mg, papaya 600mg, ananas
lemon flavour 5.0mg, mint essential oil 500mg, olmaria 250mg, devils claw
3.0mg, silica 2.0mg, curcuma 2.0mg, 200mg, ananas aroma 50mg, sodium
aspartame 0.4mg, potassium acesulfame benzoate 10mg.
0.4mg. Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
Healthy Mega (HealthAid) see
Altadrine Day Burner (Alta Care) see Buckwheat
Grapeseed
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parsley
PARSLEY
Petroselinum crispum
Family: Umbelliferae Drug interactions: Lithium,
Medicinal Parts: Leaf, root, seed. warfarin354.
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passionflower
PASSIONFLOWER
Passiflora incarnata
Family: Passifloraceae Natracalm Passiflora (Natra)
Medicinal Parts: Aerial parts, Tablets; Passiflora incarnata extract (7:1)
particularly leaves. 71.4mg.
Local Distributor: Collis Williams Ltd.
Indications:
Principal: Anxiety357, 358, nervous Night Time Formula (HealthAid) see
restlessness8, insomnia5, 9, 14, 45, 356, 359. Valerian
Major: Generalised seizures360, No-Gas enzimi (Giuliani) see Ginger
neuralgia5, 9, 356, 359.
Minor: Diarrhoea, dysmenorrhoea14, Passiflora (HealthAid)
decreased libido5, 359. Tablets; Passiflora extract 250mg (equiv.
Others: Haemorrhoids (externally)28, to 1000mg passiflora powder).
opiate addiction5, cough, cancer359. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
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pau darco
PAU DARCO
Tabebuia avellanedae
Family: Bignoniaceae Side-effects: Nausea & vomiting,
Medicinal Parts: Inner bark. bruising & bleeding at higher doses14.
PEONY
Paeonia officinalis
Family: Paeoniaceae Minor: As an emetic, abortifacient,
Medicinal Parts: Roots, seeds, for diseases of the skin & mucous
flowers. membranes, gout, rheumatoid
arthritis28.
Indications:
Roots Cautions/contraindications: None
Major: Neurasthenia, neuralgia, known.
migraines, allergic disorders such as
excitability, epilepsy. Side-effects: Gastroenteritis with
Minor: Whooping cough, cramps, vomiting, colic and diarrhoea28.
rheumatism28.
Flowers Drug interactions: None known.
Major: Epilepsy, menstrual cramps
& irregularities, fissures (including Dose: Flowers: One cup of infusion
those associated with haemorrhoids), daily; Root: tincture: 30 to 50 drops
ailments of the respiratory tract. daily28.
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peppermint
PEPPERMINT
Mentha piperita
Family: Lamiaceae coating of some commercially
Medicinal Parts: Leaf, stem. available peppermint oil capsules)5, 366.
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pineapple
PINEAPPLE
Ananas comosus*
Family: Bromeliaceae Side-effects: Gastric complaints,
Medicinal Parts: Fruit. diarrhoea, dyspepsia, allergic
sensitivity14, 28.
Indications:
Principal: Bruising, swollen and Drug interactions: Amoxicillin,
painful joints, wounds, burns14, 28, 368. tetracycline, oral anticoagulants,
Major: Post traumatic and platelet-inhibiting drugs14, 368.
postoperative swelling especially
of the nasal and paranasal sinuses8, Dose: Adults: 500 2000 mg daily28.
inflammation, febrile conditions,
digestive complaints14, 28, 368, water Altadrine Lipodrainer (Alta Care) see
retention. Nettle
Others: Constipation, amenorrhoea,
dysmenorrhoea28. Altaflora Gastrogel (Alta Care) see Aloe
Vera
Cautions/contraindications: None
known. CarbonFlor (Erba Vita) see Aniseed
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pine bark
PINE BARK
see Scotch Pine
PLANTAIN
Plantago major
Family: Plantaginaceae and irritation9.
Medicinal Parts: Fruit.
Cautions: Pregnancy9.
Indications:
Principal: Bronchial congestion Side-effects: Allergic contact
(phlegm), inflammation of the dermatitis9, migraine headaches28.
oropharyngeal mucosa8, 14.
Major: Intermittent fever, ulcers, Drug interactions: None known.
sores, dyspepsia, GI complaints,
diarrhoea8, 14, 28. Dose: Dried leaf: 2-4 gm or by
Minor: Diabetes, scurvy, infusion three times daily; liquid
hypertension, gout28. extract (1:1 in 25% alcohol) 2-4ml
Others: Cystitis, haematuria, three times daily; tincture (1:5 in 45%
haemorrhoids with bleeding alcohol) 2-4 ml three times daily9.
POMEGRANATE
Punica granatum
Family: Punicaceae stomatitis370, 371, 375.
Medicinal Parts: Root, bark, fruit, Major: Diarrhoea372, dyspepsia,
peel of fruit, flowers. malignant breast cancer371, wounds373,
375
.
Indications: Others: Haemorrhoids, dysentery,
Principal: Hypercholesterolaemia369, leprosy371, asthma & COPD374, 375.
hypertension, atherosclerosis,
tapeworm infestation and other Contraindications: Pregnant &
intestinal parasites, sore throat, nursing women28, 375.
candidosis associated with denture
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prickly ash
PRICKLY ASH
Zanthoxylum americanum
Family: Rutaceae Contraindications: Pregnancy45.
Medicinal Parts: Bark, berries.
Side-effects: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Rheumatic disorders, Drug interactions: None known.
Raynauds syndrome, fever,
inflammation9, 28, 45, 376. Dose: Three times daily: dried bark,
Major: Colic, flatulence, intermittent 1-2 gm or in decoction; liquid extract
claudication, toothache9, 28, 376. (1:1, 45% ethanol), 1-2 ml; tincture
Minor: Hypotension, diarrhoea, (1:5, 45% ethanol), 2-5 ml45.
cough, asthma, worm infestations28.
V-VeinTM (HealthAid) see Horse Chestnut
PSYLLIUM
Plantago ovata
Family: Plantaginaceae as an adjunct to a low-fat diet)377,
Medicinal Parts: Seed coat. 378
, diabetes379, 380, irritable bowel
syndrome381, 5, 8, 28.
Indications: Major: Disorders were easy bowel
Principal: Chronic constipation, movement with a loose stool are
weight loss aid (increase feeling desirable e.g. in patients with anal
of satiety), hyperlipidaemia fissures and haemorrhoids8, 28.
(psyllium reduces LDL cholesterol Others: Colorectal cancer28.
& triglycerides and should be used
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psyllium
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pumpkin
PUMPKIN
Cucurbita pepo
Family: Curcurbitaceae to 350mg ginseng powder), muira puama
Medicinal Parts: Seeds. extract (10:1) 24mg (equiv. to 240mg
muira puama powder), saw palmetto
Indications: extract (12:1) 13mg (equiv. to 160mg herb
powder), zinc 3mg.
Principal: Symptomatic treatment
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
of micturition disorders in the
early stages of benign prostatic Male Formula (HealthAid) see Ginseng
hyperplasia19, 28, 382, 383, 384. Korean
Major: Irritable bladder prevention,
treatment of calcium oxalate kidney Male MaxTM (HealthAid) see Ginseng
stones19, 28, 384. Korean
Minor: Intestinal parasites
particularly tapeworm28, 384. Prostate Formula (Vega) see Saw
Palmetto
Cautions: If used concomitantly with Prostavital (HealthAid)
warfarin, monitor INR and symptoms Capsules; 200mg pumpkin seed oil, 30mg
of excessive bleeding28. saw palmetto berries 12:1 extract, 10mg
stinging nettle 5:1 extract, 5mg pygeum
Side-effects: None known. bark (standardised extract, min 2%
sterols), 200mg L-glutamic acid, 120mg
Drug interactions: Warfarin. vitamin C, 100mg magnesium, 100mg
lecithin, 90mg wheatgerm oil, 60mg
vitamin E, 50mg L-alanine, 25mg zinc,
Dose: 10-30 gm of pumkin seed, as
10mg vitamin B6, 3mg lycopene, 500mcg
ground seed or an equivalent amount copper, 50mcg chromium, 50mcg
of ethanolic extract or pumkin seed selenium.
oil19. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Bromelain Complex (Vega) see Aloe Vera Pumpkin Seed Oil (HealthAid)
Capsules; Pumpkin seed oil 1000mg.
Gentlemens ThreeTM (HealthAid) see Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Ginseng Korean
Pumpkin Seed Oil 500mg (Power Health)
Herbal 3 (HealthAid) Capsules; Pumpkin seed oil 500mg
Capsules; Pumpkin seed oil 100mg, providing polyunsaturated fatty acids
korean ginseng extract (5:1) 70mg (equiv. 265mg, vitamin A 229.4mcg.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
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pygeum
PYGEUM
Prunus africana
Family: Rosaceae Cautions: Paediatrics, pregnancy,
Medicinal Parts: Bark. lactation28.
RASPBERRY
Rubus idaeus
Family: Rosaceae 8-10 weeks of pregnancy9, 19.
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, fruit.
Side-effects: GI discomfort,
Indications: constipation5, 19.
Principal: To facilitate parturition,
diarrhoea, stomatitis, tonsillitis5, 9, 19, Drug interactions: Iron,
28, 386
. calcium, magnesium (separate the
Major: Dyspeptic complaints, administration of these substances by
externally as a wash for superficial at least 2 hours)5.
wounds and ulcers5, 9, 19, 386.
Others: Painful and profuse Dose: 2-3 times daily: dried leaf 3-4
menstruation, influenza, fever, gm, or as a 5% infusion or equivalent
diabetes, vitamin deficiency8, 19. extract. Higher doses of up to twice
this amount (maximum: 24 gm
Cautions: Peptic ulceration, dried leaf per day) have also been
GI conditions associated with recommended19.
inflammation. Avoid in constipation5, 28.
Raspberry Leaf Extract (HealthAid)
Capsules; Raspberry extract 125mg
Contraindications: Early stages of (equiv. to 500mg raspberry powder),
pregnancy. Raspberry preparations raspberry powder 400mg.
should only be taken during the final Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
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red clover
RED CLOVER
Trifolium pratense
Family: Fabaceae Side-effects: Infertility and growth
Medicinal Parts: Flower head, leaf. disorders have been reported in
grazing animals5, 9, 28.
Indications:
Principal: To relief menopausal Drug interactions: Anticoagulants,
symptoms (particularly hot flushes), oestrogens, tamoxifen5, 28, 388.
mastalgia, premenstrual syndrome,
prostate cancer prevention5, 28, 387, 388, Dose:
389
. Menopausal symptoms: 40-82
Major: BPH, osteoporosis prevention5, mg daily of red clover-derived
390
. isoflavones.
Minor: Eczema, psoriasis5, 9, 28, 45, 388. Osteoporosis prevention: 44-86
Others: Cough, bronchitis45. mg daily of red clover-derived
isoflavones.
Cautions: In patients with conditions BPH symptom relief: 40-80 mg daily
that may be aggravated by increased of red clover-derived isoflavones5.
oestrogen level such as endometriosis
or uterine fibroids5. Menovital (HealthAid) see Dong Quai
RHODIOLA
Rhodiola rosea
Family: Crassulaceae dose early in the day28.
Medicinal Parts: Root.
Drug interactions: Pepper (diminish
Indications: antidepressant effect of rhodiola)393.
Principal: Low mental and physical
performance, fatigue, altitude Dose: 50 to 200 mg daily28.
sickness28, 391, 392, 393.
Major: Stress, depression, low AntiStress(Erba Vita) see Maca
mood28, 393, 395.
Minor: Anaemia, impotence, Rhodiola (HealthAid)
infections, GI ailments28, 391, 392. Tablets; Rhodiola root extract 350mg
(standardised for min 1% salidrozid and
40% polyphenols), rhodiola root powder
Contraindications: Patients with 150mg.
bipolar disorder28. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
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rhubarb
RHUBARB
Rheum palmatum
Family: Polygonaceae Dose:
Medicinal Parts: Dried root, As a laxative, unless otherwise
rhizome. prescribed, daily dose (usually
taken at bedtime): preparations
Indications: standardised to contain 30-100 mg of
Principal: Occasional constipation, hydroxyanthracene derivatives; dried
conditions in which a soft stool is drug, 1-4 gm or in decoction.
desirable, e.g. haemorrhoids9, 28, 45, 396. As an astringent or stomachic: dried
Major: Diarrhoea (at low doses)9, 28, drug, 0.1-0.3 gm45.
liver disease396, gastroenteritis45.
Minor: Painful teething in children, Altaflora Transit (Alta Care)
burns (externally), abdominal pain, Ampoules; Radish juice conc. 1091mg,
oedema, tenesmus28. rhubarb rhizomes 500mg, marshmallow
leaves 500mg, prune concentrated juice
454mg, fructo-oligosaccharides 200mg,
Cautions: Avoid by individuals brewers yeast 100mg, apple fibres 50mg,
suffering from arthritis, kidney artichoke concentrated juice 50mg,
disease or urinary problems9; peppermint essential oil 9mg.
pregnancy; breastfeeding9, 28. Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
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rice
RICE
Oryza sativa
Family: Poaceae Cautions/contraindications: None
Medicinal Parts: Seeds. known.
ROSE HIP
Rosa canina
Family: Rosaceae Minor: Prevention and treatment of
Medicinal Parts: Petals, rose hips vitamin C deficiencies, gastric juice
with/without seeds, seeds. deficiencies8, 28, 398.
Others: As an eyewash8.
Indications:
Principal: Lower urinary tract Cautions/contraindications: None
disorders, kidney stones, gallstones, known.
prevention and treatment of colds,
chills, and influenza-type infections, Side-effects: None known.
febrile conditions8, 28, 398.
Major: Arthritis, rheumatic disorders, Drug interactions: None known.
gout, biliary complaints, colic8, 28, 398, 399.
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rose hip
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roselle
ROSELLE
Hibiscus sabdariffa
Family: Malvaceae Cautions/contraindications: None
Medicinal Parts: Flowers. known.
ROSEMARY
Rosmarinus officinalis
Family: Labiatae Drug interactions: Iron,
Medicinal Parts: Leaf. anticoagulants, drugs dependent on
P-glycoprotein transport5.
Indications:
Principal: To increase mental Dose:
concentration, neuroprotective Internal daily dose: Dried leaf, 4-6
effect401, digestive complaints gm or as an infusion or liquid extract
including dyspepsia, flatulence & (1:1 in 45% alcohol).
bloating, hypotension5, 8, 9, 19, 28, 402. External use: As an infusion for
Major: Chemoprotective & adjunct compresses or hair rinses. As a
in cancer therapy (mainly in breast tincture (1:5, 70% ethanol). As a bath
cancer), headache, rheumatic additive, a decoction from 50 gm
conditions8, myalgia, sciatica, of dried leaf to a full bath. Essential
neuralgia, alopecia5, 9, 19, 28, 402. oil (4-6%) diluted with almond oil
Minor: Toothache, eczema, insect or in semi-solid preparations for
repellant, wound healing, sodium- application to joints, muscles etc19.
lauryl-sulfate-induced irritant contact
dermatitis [topically]5, 19. Candiclear (Higher Nature) see Thyme
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roseroot
Herbal Cream (HealthAid) see Arnica Neem Oil (A. Vogel) se Neem
Neem Cream (A. Vogel) see Neem Refreshall (Lamberts) see Ginkgo
ROSEROOT
see Rhodiola
RUTIN
see Buckwheat
SAFFLOWER
Carthamus tinctorius
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae constipation caused by medicines for
Medicinal Parts: Flowers, seeds, oil mental illnesses, chronic nephritis408.
extracted from its embryos.
Contraindication: Pregnancy28.
Indications:
Principal: Cardiovascular disease403, Side-effects: None known.
hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia,
atherosclerosis, arrhythmias404, 405. Drug interactions: None known.
Major: Inhibition of thrombus
formation404, 405, delayed, heavy & Dose: Average daily dose is 3 gm of
painful menstruation, male sterility, decoction; single dose is 1 gm28.
dead sperm excess disease406, pain &
swelling associated with trauma407, 408. Bodylean CLA Plus (HealthAid) see
Minor: Rheumatism particularly Green Tea
rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica408.
Others: Pertussis, chronic bronchitis, InterfreshTM (HealthAid) see Parsley
chronic gastritis, atrophic gastritis,
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saffron
SAFFRON
Crocus sativus
Family: Iridaceae Cautions: Patients taking
Medicinal Parts: Stigma, style. anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs412.
SAGE
Salvia officinalis
Family: Labiatae monitored5; epileptics19.
Medicinal Parts: Leaf.
Contraindications: Pregnancy,
Indications: lactation19.
Principal: Hot flushes and
hyperhidrosis associated with Side-effects: Occasional allergic
menopause413, poor memory, reactions with topical use5.
dementia5, 8, 9, 19, 28, 414.
Major: Inflammation of mouth or Drug interactions: Iron, calcium,
throat mucosa, such as pharyngitis, magnesium (reduced absorption
tonsillitis, stomatitis, gingivitis, of these minerals when taken with
glossitis, digestive disorders such as sage)5.
dyspepsia, flatulence, poor digestion
& bloating5, 8, 9, 19, 28, 415. Dose:
Minor: Lack of appetite5. Infusion of dried herb: 1-4 gm three
Others: Asthma, cancer5, 416. times daily.
Tincture (1:1): 1-4 ml three times
Cautions: Sage oil can irritate the daily.
skin when used topically; internal use Essential oil: 2-3 drops in 100 ml
of the essential oil should be closely water several times daily.
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sarsaparilla
Gargle or rinse (use warm infusion): biotin 30mcg, pantothenic acid 30mg,
2.5 gm cut leaf in 100ml water; or 2-3 magnesium 100mg, iron 6mg, zinc 15mg,
drops essential oil in 100 ml water; copper 1000mcg, manganese 0.5mg,
or use 5 ml fluid extract diluted in a selenium 100mcg, chromium 50mcg,
iodine 225mcg, PABA 25mg.
glass of water, several times daily5. Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
Alito Fresco e Balsamico (Sella) see Menophase (Higher Nature) see
Eucalyptus Schisandra
Colonease (HealthAid) see Aloe Vera Menovital (HealthAid) see Dong Quai
Essential Oil of Sage 50mg (Power Phytomenopause (Arkopharma)
Herbs) Capsules; Sage leaf powder 285mg.
Capsules; Sage essential oil 50mg. Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
Refreshall (Lamberts) see Ginkgo
Menopace Plus (Vitabiotics)
Tablets; Botanical tablet: Soy isoflavone Sage Leaf Extract (HealthAid)
extract 120mg, sage extract 250mg, green Capsules; Sage leaf extract (5:1) 73mg
tea extract 50mg, flaxseed lignans 50mg. equiv. to 350mg of sage leaf powder.
Multivitamin tablet: Vitamin A 750mcg, Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
vitamin D 5mcg, vitamin E 30mg, vitamin
C 45mg, vitamin B1 10mg, vitamin B2 Silvia Feminin Formula (Alta Care) see
5mg, vitamin B3 20mg, vitamin B6 10mg,
Hops
folic acid 500mcg, vitamin B12 9mcg,
SARSAPARILLA
Smilax species
Family: Smilacaceae Drug interactions: Digitalis
Medicinal Parts: Rhizome, root. glycosides, bismuth14.
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saw palmetto
SAW PALMETTO
Serenoa repens
Family: Arecaceae palmetto (100mg), EPO (50mg) (71%
Medicinal Parts: Dried ripe fruit. omega 6 & omega 9).
Syrup; Blueberry juice 5790mg, honey
Indications: sugar free 3000mg, saw palmetto extract
Principal: Micturition disorders (such 400mg, hops yeast 300mg, muira puama
extract 250mg, stinging nettle extract
as weak flow, incomplete voiding, 200mg, blueberry aroma 50mg, sodium
frequent daytime and night time benzoate 10mg.
urination) associated with mild to Local Distributor: Ultra Pharma Ltd.
moderate BPH5, 9, 14, 19, 28, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421.
Major: Androgenetic alopecia420, 422, Gentlemens ThreeTM (HealthAid) see
chronic prostatitis and pelvic pain5, 420. Ginseng Korean
Minor: Impotence, male infertility,
Herbal 3 (HealthAid) see Pumpkin
decreased libido5.
Male Formula (HealthAid) see Ginseng
Cautions: Patients with hormone- Korean
dependent cancers28. If symptoms
of BPH worsen, blood is detected in Male MaxTM (HealthAid) see Ginseng
the urine, or acute urinary retention Korean
occurs, professional reassessment is
Prostasan (A.Vogel)
required5. Capsules; Saw Palmetto extract 320mg.
Local Distributor: Health Plus
Contraindications: Pregnancy5, 9, 28.
Prostate Formula (Vega)
Side-effects: Occasionally, minor GI Capsules; Saw Palmetto berry extract
complaints19, 28. 150mg (min. 40-45% fatty acids), saw
palmetto berry powder 100mg, pumpkin
Drug interactions: Finasteride (and seed powder 50mg, cayenne fruit powder
other 5-alpha reductase inhibitors), 30mg, parsley leaf powder 30mg, niacin
androgenic agents, anticoagulants5, 421. 18mg, zinc 15mg, vitamin C 60mg,
vitamin E 10mg, vitamin B6 2mg, vitamin
Dose: Daily dose: 320 mg of saw B2 1.6mg, vitamin B1 1.4mg, vitamin B12
1mcg, pantothenic acid 6mg, beta carotene
palmetto fruit lipidosterolic extract; 4.8mg, manganese 0.25mg, chromium
dried fruit, 204 gm19. 200mcg, copper 200mcg, folate 200mcg,
selenium 200mcg.
Chalet Hair Stimulant (Alta Care) Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
Capsules; Omega 3 (350mg), saw
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schisandra
SCHISANDRA
Schisandra chinensis
Family: Schisandraceae related drugs5, 424.
Medicinal Parts: Fruit
Dose: Dried fruit: 1.5-6 gm/day.
Indications: Liquid extract (1:2): 3.5-8.5 ml/day or
Principal: Liver damage, 25-60 ml/week5.
hepatoprotection5, 28, 423, 424, 425.
Major: Decreased resistance to Echinacea Plus Ginseng & Astragalus
physical and emotional stress5, 425. Herbal Complex (Vega) see Echinacea
Minor: Chronic cough, dyspnoea,
Menophase (Higher Nature)
diarrhoea, night sweats, irritability, Capsules; 25mg Schizandra berry extract
palpitations, insomnia, asthma5, 28, 424, 426. 5:1, 25mg siberian ginseng, 5.25mg sage
Others: In combination with other leaf extract 5:1, 5mg hops, 5mg angelica,
herbal medicines to treat infection5, 28, 424. 5mg kelp, 5mg dandelion, 60mg vitamin
E (200iu), 50mg hesperidin complex,
Contraindications: Patients with 25mg vitamin C, 22mg magnesium, 10mg
epilepsy, severe hypertension, niacin, 5mg vitamin B6, 2.5mg zinc.
intracranial pressure28. Local Distributor: Health Plus
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scotch pine
SCOTCH PINE
Pinus species
Family: Pinaceae Menopause Formula (Vega) see
Medicinal Parts: Tar extracted Starflower
from trunks, branches and roots, oil
extracted from fresh needles, branch Mucovit Sciroppo Adulti (Erba Vita) see
Grindelia
tips or fresh twigs.
Mucovit Sciroppo Bambini (Erba Vita)
Indications: see Grindelia
Principal: Bronchitis, congestive
diseases of the upper & lower Multi Antioxidant Complex (Vega) see
respiratory tract, common cold, Ginkgo
cough28, 427.
Major: Neuralgia, rheumatism, Neuralta Migren (Alta Care) see
muscle pain, poor circulation28, 427. Peppermint
Minor: Weak ligaments of the upper Pectovit (Erba Vita) see Grindelia
ankle joint, eczema, urticaria28.
Perfectil Platinum (Vitabiotics) see Green
Cautions: Patients with extensive Tea
skin injuries, acute skin diseases,
feverish or infectious diseases, cardiac Pine Bark Complex (Vega)
insufficiency, or hypertonia should not Capsules; Vega Phytoantioxidant BaseTM
use the drug as a bath additive28. 385mg providing antioxidants and
prebiotics: apple & mixed wild berries
concentrate 8:1, equiv. to herb 616mg,
Contraindications: Bronchial prebiotic acacia gum 308mg; Mixed herb
asthma, whooping cough28. polyphenols extract 30mg providing:
blueberry fruit extract 15mg, green tea
Side-effects: None known. leaf extract 15mg; pine bark extract 30mg.
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons
Drug interactions: None known. Ltd.
Dose: Internal daily dose: 2 to 3 gm Totally Wise (Vega) see Green Tea
drug several times a day. External,
Vein Support Formula (Vega) see Ginkgo
as a bath additive: 100 gm alcoholic
extract in a full bath. Semi-solid Vitalize Regenerative Formula (Vega) see
preparations: 20 to 50% ointment to Siberian Ginseng
be rubbed in several times a day28.
Wellman Conception (Vitabiotics) see
Maxijoint Formula (Vega) see Bilberry Maca
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senna
SENNA
Cassia species
Family: Fabaceae Erbalax Forte Compresse (Erba Vita)
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, fruit, Tablets; Micronized powders of: Senna
flowers. leaves 312mg, aloe dried juice 288mg,
cascara bark 252mg, rhubarb rhizome
120mg, frangula bark, fennel fruits 54mg,
Indications: liquorice root 54mg, clove nails 54mg,
Principal: Constipation9, 14, 28, 45, 428, 429, peppermint essential oil 2.4mg.
430
. Local Distributor: E.J. Busuttil Ltd.
Major: For evacuation of the bowel
prior to diagnostic tests of the GI and Eucarbon (Trenka)
colorectal area28. Tablets; Senna, rhubarb, charcoal
vegetable, sulphur purified.
Caution: Avoid prolonged use9. Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
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shitake mushroom
SHIITAKE MUSHROOM
Lentinus edodes
Family: Pleurotaceae Side-effects: Allergic dermatitis,
Medicinal Parts: Fruiting body. diarrhoea, mild pressure on the
chest (disappear when shiitake is
Indications: stopped)436.
Principal: Cancer-prevention
(sarcomas)431, heart disease, Drug-interactions: Anticoagulants,
hyperlipidemia (including high blood NSAIDs433.
cholesterol)432, hypertension433.
Major: Infectious disease, hepatitis, Dose: Patients over 18 years, 6-16 gm
diseases involving depressed of the whole, dried shiitake mushroom
immune function (including AIDS), daily, or 1-3 gm powdered extract9.
frequent colds and flu, bronchial
inflammation432, 434. Echinacea Plus Ginseng & Astragalus
Minor: Environmental allergies, Herbal Complex (Vega) see Echinacea
fungal (especially Candida)
Vitalize Regenerative Formula (Vega) see
infections435.
Siberian Ginseng
Others: Regulating urinary
incontinence435.
Cautions/contraindications: None
known.
SIBERIAN GINSENG
Eleutherococcus senticosus
Family: Araliaceae Cautions: Individuals who are highly
Medicinal Parts: Root, rhizome. energetic, schizophrenic9, diabetics5.
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siberian ginseng
Dose: Daily dose: dried root and 75mg, vitamin E 35mg, vitamin C
rhizome, 2-3 gm45, 438, 439. 60mg, niacin 15mg, vitamin B6 30mg,
pantothenic acid 35mg, magnesium
Active Womens Multivitamins & 150mg, zinc 12mg, L-histidine 125mg,
Minerals (Vega) L-arginine 500mg.
Tablets; Siberian ginseng root extract Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
10:1, equiv to herb 500mg; flaxseed seed
powder 100mg; bilberry fruit extract 4:1, Ginkgo Vital 3TM (HealthAid)
equiv to herb 60mg; green tea leaf extract Capsules; Siberian ginseng extract (5:1)
30mg, magnesium oxide 90mg, niacin 250mg, Korean ginseng extract (5:1)
90mg, acetyl L-carnitine 30mg, alpha 150mg, ginkgo biloba extract (50:1)
lipoic acid 30mg, pantothenic acid 30mg, 100mg.
PABA 30mg, zinc 15mg, iron 14mg, Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
choline bitartrate 10mg, inositol 10mg,
vitamin B6 (10mg), vitamin B2 (8mg), Ginseng Siberian Herbal Complex (Vega)
vitamin B1 (7mg), vitamin C (60mg), Capsules; Ginseng siberian root powder
vitamin E (30mg), vitamin K (100mcg), 200mg; ginseng siberian root extract
vitamin B12 (5mcg), vitamin D2 (5mcg), (10:1) 150mg (min. 0.8% eleutherosides)
beta carotene 4.8mg, folate 600mcg, equiv. to 1700mg ginseng siberian root
manganese 0.5mg, biotin 450mcg, herb; Vega Phytoantioxidant BaseTM
chromium 300mcg, copper 300mcg, providing antioxidants and prebiotics:
selenium 300mcg, iodine 150mcg, apple and mixed wild berries concentrate
molybdenum 100mcg. 8:1 equiv. to herb 80mg, prebiotic acacia
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd. gum 40mg .
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons Ltd.
AntiStress (Erba Vita) see Maca
Herbal BoosterTM (HealthAid) see
Brain Fuel Formula (Vega) see Ginkgo Guarana
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siberian ginseng
~ 147 ~
slippery elm
citrus bioflavonoids 60% 10mg, natural 75mcg, pantothenic acid 10mg, iron 6mg,
mixed carotenoids 2mg, vitamin A magnesium 50mg, zinc 15mg, iodine
750mcg, vitamin D 15mcg, vitamin 150mcg, manganese 0.5mg, copper
E 30mg, vitamin C 60mg, vitamin B1 1000mcg, octacosanol 3mg, L-tyrosine
12mg, vitamin B2 5mg, vitamin B3 50mg, L-arginine 20mg, L-lysine 20mg,
24mg, vitamin B6 10mg, folic acid alpha lipoic acid 20mg, L-carnitine
400mcg, vitamin B12 15mcg, biotin tartarate 50mg, co-enzyme Q10 10mg.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
SLIPPERY ELM
Ulmus rubra
Family: Ulmaceae Side-effects: Contact dermatitis28.
Medicinal Parts: Dried inner bark.
Drug interactions: Iron28.
Indications:
Principal: GI conditions including Dose: Powdered bark (1:10) in hot
gastritis, acid dyspepsia, gastric water, 5-20 ml; equivalent tablets or
reflux, peptic ulcers, IBS5, 9, 45, 28. other dosage forms. May be taken
Major: Inflamed skin conditions, as often as required. For topical
wounds, burns, to draw out boils & applications, as a poultrice using
abscesses5, 28, 45. mucilage of suitable viscosity45.
Minor: Bronchitis, cystitis, intestinal
parasites5. Slippery Elm (HealthAid)
Others: Gout, rheumatism, inflamed Tablets; Slippery elm extract 140mg
joints, toothache5. equiv. to 560mg of slippery elm powder.
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Contraindications: Pregnancy28.
SORREL
Rumex acetosa
Family: Polygonaceae Cautions/contraindications: None
Medicinal Parts: Fresh leaves, whole known.
herb.
Side-effects: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Acute and chronic Drug interactions: None known.
inflammation of the nasal passages
and respiratory tract28. Dose: Adults daily dose: 2 coated
Major: An adjuvant in antibacterial tablets or 50 drops (with 19% ethanol)
therapy28. taken 3 times daily28.
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st. johns wort
Hyperiforce (A.Vogel)
Side-effects: GI symptoms, Tablets; 40-73 mg St. Johns Wort extract.
photosensitivity, other skin conditions Local Distributor: Health Plus
and agitation5.
Magnolia, Valerian, St. Johns Wort
Drug interactions: General Complex (HealthAid) see Hoodia
anesthetics, antidiabetics,
antiepileptics, long-term use of St. Johns Wort (Arkopharma)
benzodiazepines, bupropion, Capsules; St. Johns Wort standardised
extract 185mg.
buspirone, caffeine, calcium channel Local Distributor: Pharmacos Ltd.
blockers, ciclosporin, digoxin,
eplerenone, etoposide, tyramine- St. Johns Wort (HealthAid)
~ 149 ~
starflower
Liquid; St. Johns Wort extract 1:3 (equiv. PhytO2X (powdered blend of beta-
of 330mg of St. Johns Wort herb) in 1ml. carotene prep. and ascorbic acid).
Tablets; 315mg St. Johns Wort powder, Local Distributor: Natural Remedies
185mg standardised St. Johns Wort
extract (standardised to contain 0.3% St. Johns Wort Herbal Complex (Vega)
hypericin). Capsules; St. Johns Wort herb extract
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea 333mg (min. 0.3% hypericin, 3%
hyperforin), chamomile flower extract 4:1,
St. Johns Wort (Quest) equiv. to herb 50mg (min. 1.2% apigenin);
Tablets; St. Johns Wort extract 333mg, Vega Phytoantioxidant BaseTM 40mg
providing hypericin 1000mcg. providing antioxidants and prebiotics:
Local Distributor: Pharma MT Ltd. apple and mixed wild berries concentrate
8:1, equiv. to herb 64mg, prebiotic acacia
St. Johns Wort 300 Herb Extract gum 32mg.
(Solgar) Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons
Vegicaps; Raw St. Johns Wort herb Ltd.
powder 300mg, standardised St. Johns
Wort herb powdered extract (providing TranquilTM (HealthAid) see Hawthorn
0.5mg [0.3%] hypericin) 175mg,
STARFLOWER
Borago officinalis
Family: Boraginaceae disorders), swelling9, 14, 28, 451, .
Medicinal Parts: Oil from seeds, Major: Eczema, infantile seborrheic
leaves. dermatosis, hypertension,
depression28.
Indications:
Oil Cautions: Avoid excessive or
Principal: Cardiovascular disease, prolonged ingestion of starflower
platelet aggregation. Starflower oil due to its toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloid
is a source of GLA, an omega-6 constituents28, 451.
fatty acid and is extensively used
in diabetes, cardiovascular disease, Contraindications: Schizophrenic
osteoporosis, menopausal symptoms, and/or epileptic patients and in
PMS, allergic rhinitis, rheumatoid those receiving epileptogenic drugs
arthritis, ADHD, weight loss, (starflower oil may cause temporal
hypertension, ulcers and cancer14, 28, 450, lobe epilepsy)28. Pregnancy and
451, 452, 453
. breastfeeding14, 28.
~ 150 ~
starflower
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sundew
SUNDEW
Drosera ramentacea
Family: Droseraceae Side-effects: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Whole herb.
Drug interactions: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Respiratory problems Dose: The daily average dose is 3 gm
particularly coughing fits and dry drug. The dosage of the infusion when
coughs9, 28. used as a broncholytic is 1 cup, 3 to 4
Major: Asthma, warts9, 28. times daily28.
Minor: Chronic bronchitis with
peptic ulceration or gastritis, gastric Broncovit (Erba Vita) see Grindelia
ulceration9.
Tusserbe Sed (ESI)
Cautions/contraindications: None Syrup; Red poppy 6ml, hollyhock 6ml,
sundew 6ml, lichen 6ml, ivy 6ml.
known. Local Distributor: Collis Williams Ltd.
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sweet clover
SWEET CLOVER
Melilotus officinalis
Family: Fabaceae Cautions: Patients taking aspirin19.
Medicinal Parts: Flowering herb.
Side-effects: In rare cases
Indications: headaches19, transitory liver damage
Principal: Complaints arising from is possible in susceptible individuals
chronic venous insufficiency in the (monitor liver enzymes)28.
legs, such as varicose veins and
associated pains, swelling, nocturnal Drug interactions: Anticoagulants19,
cramp, itching and feeling of 454
.
heaviness19, 28, 454.
Major: Oedema, inflammation, Dose: Adult daily dose: preparations
cutaneous capillary fragility, containing the equivalent of up to
haemorrhoids19, 28, 454. 10 gm dried herb, in divided doses.
Minor: Phlebitis, indigestion and For preparations of known coumarin
flatulence, minor sleep disorders, content, the equivalent of up to 30 mg
rheumatic pains, burns19, 28. of coumarin, or up to 1 mg/kg body
Others: Bruises, sprains, superficial weight19, 28.
bleeding [external use]19, 28.
Silvia Feminin Formula (Alta Care) see
Hops
STINGING NETTLE
see Nettle
TAMARIND
Tamarindus indica
Family: Fabaceae Others: Bilious vomiting, pharyngitis,
Medicinal Parts: Fruit pulp, dried stomatitis, haemorrhoids28.
seeds.
Cautions/contraindications: None
Indications: known.
Principal: Acute or chronic
constipation14, 28, 455. Side-effects: None known.
Major: Liver and gallbladder
ailments, stomachache, fever14, 28, 455, . Drug interactions: Aspirin (increased
Minor: Gastric ulceration456, bioavailability leading to GI
obesity457. bleeding)14.
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tea tree
see Rhubarb
TEA TREE
Melaleuca alternifolia
Family: Myrtaceae cream base applied twice daily.
Medicinal Parts: Essential oil from Acne: 5% essential oil in cream or gel
leaves and branches. base applied twice daily.
Vaginitis: intravaginally applied
Indications: tampons saturated in a 1% emulsified
Principal: Acne vulgaris458, 459, solution, vaginal pessaries containing
athletes foot, onychomycosis5, 28, 460. 0.2 gm essential oil.
Major: Dandruff, cystitis5, 28, 460. Cervicitis: Intravaginally applied
Minor: Vaginitis, cervicitis, gingivitis, tampons saturated in a 20%
MRSA infection5, 28, 461. emulsified solution5.
Others: Cold sores462, head lice
eradication5. Aloe Vera ESI (ESI) see Aloe Vera
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thyme
THYME
Thymus vulgaris
Family: Labiatae Side-effects: Nausea, vomiting,
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, flowering headache, dizziness, convulsions,
tops. cardiac or respiratory arrest if taken
internally; contact dermatitis with
Indications: topical use5, 28.
Principal: Respiratory tract infections
(particularly bronchitis)5, 9, 19, 28, 463, 464. Drug interactions: None known.
Major: Diarrhoea, gastritis, dyspepsia,
skin disinfection in minor wounds Dose: The recommended daily dose
(topical use)5, 9, 19, 28. is 10 gm drug with 0.03% phenol,
Minor: Inflammations of the mouth calculated as thymol. When using a
and throat, enuresis in children5, 9, 19, liquid extract, 1 to 2 gm is taken 1 to
28, 463
. 3 times daily. The single dose for the
Others: Insect bites and stings, infusion is 1.5 gm drug, or 1 to 2 gm
athletes foot & other fungal drug per cup of water taken several
infections, scabies, lice, oral cavity times a day. The dose for the powder
squamous cell carcinoma464, 5, 9, 19, 28. is 1 to 4 gm drug twice daily28.
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tragacanth
TRAGACANTH
Astragalus gummifer
Family: Fabaceae added to 250 to 300 ml liquid for oral
Medicinal Parts: Gum-like exudation administration28.
from trunk and branches.
Astragalus (HealthAid)
Indications: Liquid; Astragalus extract 1:3 (equiv. of
Principal: Constipation28. 330mg of astragalus herb in 1ml).
Tablets; Astragalus root powder 545mg
Major: Treatment of eye, liver &
(standardised for min 0.5% glycosides and
throat tumors28. 70% polysaccharides).
Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Cautions: Maintain adequate fluid
intake (insufficient intake can lead Herbal Female Complex (Solgar) see
to obstruction ileus & oesophageal Black Cohosh
closure)28.
Wintervits (HealthAid)
Side-effects: Allergic reactions in rare Tablets; Astragalus powder 230mg,
cases28. echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) extract
(4:1) 225mg, maitake mushroom powder
225mg, rutin 100mg, propolis extract
Drug interactions: None known. (4:1) 150mg, white willow bark 50mg,
vitamin C 1000mg, zinc 15mg, calcium
Dose: A typical single dose is 1 tsp 100mg, quercetin 30mg.
granulated drug (approximately 3 gm) Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
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turmeric
TURMERIC
Curcuma domestica
Family: Zingiberaceae between meals. The tincture dose is
Medicinal Parts: Dried secondary 10 to 15 drops 2 to 3 times daily28.
rhizome.
4.3.2.1 Performance Detox (Arkopharma)
Indications: see Green Tea
Principal: Cancer prevention
(notably for GI, colorectal & prostate AllergforteTM (HealthAid) see Nettle
cancer)465, 466, osteoarthritis467 and
Altacura Influtuss (Alta Care) see
other inflammatory conditions
Meadowsweet
inflammatory bowel disease,
pancreatitis468, 469, 470. Altacura Influtuss Extra (Alta Care) see
Major: Hyperlipidaemia, Papaya
cardiovascular diseases, type 2
diabetes, hypertension, stroke471, Atrotone (HealthAid)
dyspepsia468, peptic ulcers5, 14, 28, 470. Prolonged release tablets; Turmeric
Minor: Chronic anterior uveitis469, powder 100mg, green lipped mussel
oral submucous fibrosis5. powder 350mg, glucosamine sulphate
Others: Jaundice, skin infections, 250mg, free glucosamine 195mg,
chondroitin sulphate 200mg, methyl
psoriasis5, 468.
sulfinyl methane 150mg, collagen type II
100mg, manganese 2mg.
Cautions: Avoid high doses in males Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
and females wanting to conceive,
suspend concentrated extracts 1 week DLPA & Turmeric (Quest)
prior to major surgery5. Tablets; DL-Phenylalanine 250mg,
curcumin 100mg, black pepper extract
Contraindications: Bile duct providing piperine 2.5mg.
obstruction5, 28, breast cancer patients Local Distributor: Pharma MT Ltd.
treated with cyclophosphamide5,
FootCare Cream (Himalaya) see
hyperacidity or GI ulcers, Fenugreek
pregnancy28.
JointWise Complete Multipack (Vega)
Side-effects: Contact dermatitis5, 28. Hard capsules; Turmeric 35mg, MSM
complex 10mg, calcium 85mg.
Drug interactions: Beta-blockers, Tablets; Glucosamine 1500mg,
midazolam470, anticoagulants, chondroitin 1200mg.
cyclophosphamide5. Soft capsules; Marine omega 3 fatty acids
and fish oil 1000mg.
Local Distributor: Alfred Gera & Sons
Dose: The average daily dose is 1.5 to Ltd.
3 gm of drug. The powder should be
taken 2 to 3 times daily after meals; Livercare (HealthAid) see Milk Thislte
the tea (2 to 3 cups) should be taken
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uva-ursi
UVA-URSI
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Family: Ericaceae antibacterial effect9, 28, 45.
Medicinal Parts: Leaves.
Side-effects: Individuals with gastric
Indications: sensitivity may experience nausea,
Principal: Urinary tract infections9, 28, vomiting and/or stomachache28, 45.
45, 472
.
Major: Cystitis, urethritis, dysuria, Drug interactions: Iron, thiazide &
pyelitis, lithuria9, 28. loop diuretics28.
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valerian
VALERIAN
Valeriana officinalis
Family: Valerianaceae dextromethorphan5, 28, 474.
Medicinal Parts: Roots, rhizome.
Dose: Unless otherwise prescribed,
Indications: up to three times daily: dried root
Principal: Insomnia, anxiety and and rhizome, 1-3 gm or by infusion;
psychological stress states5, 9, 14, 28, 45, tincture (1:5, 70% ethanol), 3-5 ml;
473, 474, 475
. equivalent preparations45.
Major: Restlessness, muscle spasm
& cramping (associated with 5-HTP (Solgar) see Griffonia
dysmenorrhoea)5, 9, 28, 45, 474, 476.
Minor: Fibromyalgia, benzodiazepine Controller Natural Sleep (Alta Care) see
withdrawal5. Linden
Dormeasan (A.Vogel)
Cautions: When driving a car or
Liquid; Valerian extract and hops
operating heavy machinery when high extract obtained from freshly harvested
doses are used5, pre-existing liver organically cultivated valerian root and
disease, pregnancy & breastfeeding28. hops.
Local Distributor: Health Plus
Side-effects: Rarely, GI complaints
and contact allergies28. Kalms (Lanes)
Tablets; Hops powder 45mg, valerian
Drug interactions: Alcohol, extract 135mg, gentian extract 90mg.
Local Distributor: Collis Williams Ltd.
barbiturates, benzodiazpeines,
caffeine, chlorzoxazone, Magnolia, Valerian, St. Johns Wort
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velvet bean
VELVET BEAN
Mucuna pruriens
Family: Fabaceae Contraindications: Pregnancy479.
Medicinal Parts: Seeds, hairs on the
pod. Side-effects: Itching, burning and
inflammation if stinging hairs are in
Indications: contact with the skin28.
Principal: Parkinsons disease477, 478,
479
. Drug interactions: None known.
Major: Impotence, erectile
dysfunction479. Dose: Decoction: to 1 cup twice
Minor: To increase testosterone, daily; 1-2 gm twice daily of seed
anabolic/androgenic aid to stimulate powder (tablets or capsules)479.
growth hormone, as a weight loss Male Formula (HealthAid) see Ginseng
aid479. Korean
Others: Worm infestation28, 479.
Male MaxTM (HealthAid) see Ginseng
Korean
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white willow
WHITE WILLOW
Salix species
Family: Salicaceae Arthurs Formula Ltd (Power Health) see
Medicinal Parts: Bark. Devils Claw
WILD LETTUCE
Lactuca virosa
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae children9, 45, 482.
Medicinal Parts: Leaves. Major: Irritable cough, whooping
cough, asthma9, 28, 45, 482.
Indications: Minor: Rheumatic pains,
Principal: Insomnia, restlessness & atherosclerosis9, 28, 45, 482.
nervous excitability, particularly in Others: Urinary tract disorders28, 482.
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wild oregano
WILD OREGANO
Origanum vulgare
Family: Labiatae Cautions/contraindications: None
Medicinal Parts: Leaves. known.
WILD YAM
Dioscorea villosa
Family: Dioscoreaceae Cautions/contraindications: None
Medicinal Parts: Root, rhizome. known.
~ 162 ~
witch hazel
Silvia Feminin Formula (Alta Care) see wild yam herb) in 1ml.
Hops Tablets; Wild yam extract 83.5mg (equiv.
to 500mg of wild yam powder).
Wild Yam (HealthAid) Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
Liquid; Wild Yam 1:3 (equiv. of 330mg of
WITCH HAZEL
Hamamelis virginiana
Family: Hamamelidaceae Altadrine Day Burner (Alta Care) see
Medicinal Parts: Bark, leaf. Grapeseed
~ 163 ~
wolfgerry
WOLFBERRY
Lycium barbarum
Family: Solanaceae Side-effects: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Dried berries, root
bark. Drug interactions: Antidiabetic
agents, warfarin492, 495.
Indications:
Principal: Ophthalmic disorders Dose: Daily dose: Drug/tea: 6-12
(treatment or prevention of visual gm or 6-15 gm, depending on the
degeneration)28, 489, 490, 491, 492. literature source28.
Major: Hypertension, diabetes491, 492,
493, 494
. Goji Berry 500mg (Power Health)
Minor: Erectile dysfunction, cancer, Capsules; Goji berry powder 125mg
inflammation28, 492. equiv. to fresh goji berries 500mg.
Local Distributor: Kemimport Ltd.
Contraindications: Pregnancy28.
WOOD BETONY
Betonica officinalis
Family: Labiatae Others: Cough, bronchitis, asthma28.
Medicinal Parts: Basal leaves.
Cautions/contraindications: None
Indications: known.
Principal: Headaches, pain in the
facial region496. Side-effects: None known.
Major: Nervous stress, emotional
tension, premenstrual complaints, Drug interactions: None known.
sinusitis headaches & nasal
congestion when used in combination Dose: The infusion can be taken daily.
with other herbs (including comfrey The total daily dosage of the powder
& linden)28, 496. is 1-2 gm, to be taken in 3 separate
Minor: Nosebleeds496. doses. The fresh leaves may be boiled
and used for wounds and swelling28.
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wormwood
WORMWOOD
Artemisia absinthium
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Side-effects: None at recommended
Medicinal Parts: Aerial shoots, dose levels. Depending on the thujone
leaves. content, excessive doses can lead to
vomiting, severe diarrhoea, dazed
Indications: feelings spasms and hallucinations19,
Principal: Dyspeptic complaints 28
.
including flatulence & mild GI
spasms, loss of appetite19, 497. Drug interactions: Phenobarbital,
Major: Stimulations of weak and iron28.
underactive digestions19.
Minor: As a tonic with general Dose: Three times daily: dried herb,
strengthening effect in debility and 1-2 gm as an infusion; liquid extract
convalescence, especially in influenza 1:1 in 25% alcohol, 1-2 ml; tincture
and colds; worm infestations19, 28, 498. 1:10 in 70% alcohol, 5-10 ml19.
Duration of treatment should not
Cautions: Continuous use of exceed 3-4 weeks19.
wormwood is not advisable28.
Wormwood (HealthAid)
Contraindications: History of Capsules; Wormwood freeze dried herb
seizures and gastric or duodenal 350mg.
ulcers, pregnancy, breastfeeding19, 28. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
YARROW
Achillea millefolium
Family: Asteraceae/Compositae Contraindications: Known
Medicinal Parts: Flowerhead. hypersensitivity to yarrow or other
Compositae14, 45, pregnancy28, 499.
Indications:
Principal: Bruises, swelling, strains, Side-effects: Contact dermatitis14, 28.
fever, colds9, 14, 28, 45, 499, 500.
Major: Essential hypertension501, Drug interactions: None known.
amenorrhoea, loss of appetite,
dyspeptic complaints9, 14, 28, 45, 500. Dose: Unless otherwise prescribed,
Minor: Thrombotic conditions, three times daily: dried herb, 2-4 gm
diarrhoea, dysentery9, 500. in infusion; liquid extract (1:1, 25%
Others: Liver disease, cancer499. ethanol), 1-2 ml; tincture (1:5, 25%
ethanol), 2-4 ml; pressed juice from
fresh herb, 3-5 ml45.
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yellow dock
YELLOW DOCK
Rumex crispus
Family: Polygonaceae prolonged use may lead to intestinal
Medicinal Parts: Roots. atrophy and hypokalaemia9.
YELLOW MELILOT
see Sweet Clover
YOHIMBE
Pausinystalia yohimbe
Family: Rubiaceae history of gastric or duodenal ulcers,
Medicinal Parts: Bark. psychiatric patients, pregnancy,
breastfeeding, children under 12 yrs
Indications: of age28.
Principal: Erectile dysfunction,
decreased libido14, 28, 502. Side-effects: GI upset, anxiety,
hypertension, headache, agitation,
Contraindications: Liver & kidney rash, tachycardia, frequent urination14,
disease, chronic inflammation of 28, 502
.
the sexual organs or prostate gland,
~ 166 ~
yucca
YUCCA
Yucca schidigera
Family: Agavaceae Side-effects: None known.
Medicinal Parts: Leaves.
Drug interactions: None known.
Indications:
Principal: Hypertension, Dose: There is no proven safe or
hypercholesterolaemia9, 503, 504. effective dose for yucca.
Major: Arthritis, joint pain9, 505.
Minor: To clean wounds and prevent Yucca Root (HealthAid)
infections, to clear up and prevent Liquid; Yucca root extract 1:3 (equiv. of
acne (topically)504. 330mg of yucca herb) in 1ml.
Tablets; Yucca root extract (4:1) 140mg
(equiv. to 560mg of yucca root powder).
Cautions: Pregnancy, lactation9. Local Distributor: Galea & Galea
~ 167 ~
~ 168 ~
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Indications Index
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
~ 193 ~
Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
Lemongrass Cinnamon
Linden Cranberry
Luffa Grapeseed
Mallow Karela
Marshmallow Kelp
Meadowsweet Milk Thistle
Mullein Passionflower
Nasturtium Pau DArco
Oregon Grape Saffron
Papaya Sage
Red Clover Starflower
Safflower Wolfberry
Saffron Yarrow
Scotch Pine
Slippery Elm Cancer prevention Ginkgo
Sundew Ginseng Korean
Thyme Gotu Kola
Wood Betony Green Tea
Olive
Bruises Arnica Shiitake Mushroom
Comfrey Turmeric
Horse Chestnut
Marigold Candida & yeast Pau DArco
Mullein infections
Pineapple Candidosis Pomegranate
Sweet Clover
Yarrow Canker sores Goldenseal
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
~ 195 ~
Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
~ 196 ~
Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
~ 197 ~
Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
Guarana Pineapple
Iceland Moss Raspberry
Pineapple Safflower
Valerian
Digestive disorders Bladderwrack Wild Oregano
Cayenne Wild Yam
Cinnamon
Cranberry Dyspepsia Blessed Thistle
Fenugreek Cayenne
Gamboge Centaury
Marshmallow Chamomile, German
Chicory
Digestive, respiratory Echinacea Gentian
& UTIs Green Tea
Lavender
Diseases involving Shiitake Mushroom Licorice
immunosuppression Parsley
Diseases of the skin & Peony Peppermint
mucous membranes Plantain
Pomegranate
Dislocations Arnica Rosemary
Sage
Diverticulitis Flaxseed
Slippery Elm
Wild Yam
Thyme
Dry cough Iceland Moss Turmeric
Marshmallow Wild Oregano
Sundew
Dyspeptic complaints Angelica
Dry or inflamed skin Evening Primrose Aniseed
Boldo
Dry skin Barberry Caraway
Dysentery Boswellia Cardamom
Nettle Cinchona
Pomegranate Dandelion
Saffron Devils Claw
Yarrow Fennel
Ginger
Dysmenorrhoea Bilberry Guar Gum
Black Cohosh Juniper
Caraway Milk Thistle
Cranesbill Neem
Fennel Raspberry
Ginger Wormwood
Goldenseal Yarrow
Guarana
Horehound Dyspnoea Schisandra
Marigold Dysuria Buchu
Myrrh Cleavers
Parsley Grapeseed
Passionflower Parsley
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
~ 199 ~
Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
~ 200 ~
Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
Urinary tract disorders Baobab Venous insufficiency Gotu Kola
Barberry circulatory disorders
Corn Silk
Marshmallow Venous ulcers Horse Chestnut
Wild Lettuce Vertigo Feverfew
Wild Oregano Ginkgo
Urticaria Chickweed Viral diseases Cats Claw
Dandelion Karela
Scotch Pine
Viral infections Licorice
Uterine spasm Black Cohosh Olive
Dong Quai Wild Oregano
UTIs Boldo Vitamin C deficiencies Rose Hip
Buchu
Celery Vitamin deficiencies Raspberry
Couch Grass
Vomiting Bilberry
Cranberry
Cardamom
Dandelion
Grapeseed
Elecampane
Green Tea
Goldenseal
Iceland Moss
Horseradish
Magnolia
Horsetail
Saffron
Kidney Bean
Nasturtium Warts Rice
Pau DArco Sundew
Uva-Ursi
Water retention Dandelion
Vaginitis Garlic
Goldenseal
Tea Tree Weak & underactive Wormwood
digestion
Varicose ulcers Lavender
Weak ligaments of the Scotch Pine
Varicose veins Buckwheat upper ankle joint
Butchers Broom
Comfrey Weather sensitivity California Poppy
Horse Chestnut Weeping eyes Eyebright
Marigold
Witch Hazel Weight gain Ephedra
Vascular insufficiency Horse Chestnut Weight loss Green Tea
Gymnema
Vasomotor cephalgia California Poppy Licorice
Vasomotor dysfunction California Poppy Starflower
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Indications Common Name Indications Common Name
Whooping cough Clove Wound treatment Cats Claw
Evening Primrose
Garlic Wounds Blessed Thistle
Grindelia Chickweed
Horehound Colts Foot
Peony Echinacea
Wild Lettuce Eucalyptus
Gotu Kola
Winter chills Cinnamon Horsetail
Ivy Leaf
m infestations Elecampane Karela
Karela Kola Nut
Neem Mullein
Prickly Ash Myrrh
Velvet Bean Pineapple
Wormwood Pomegranate
Wound care Cranberry Raspberry
Slippery Elm
Wound healing Bilberry Witch Hazel
Grapeseed
Rosemary Wounds & burns Aloe Vera
Chamomile, German
Wound management Mallow
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Contraindications Index
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Contraindications Common Name Contraindications Common Name
Horny Goat Weed Gentian
Siberian Ginseng Kola Nut
Wormwood
Children Eucalyptus Yohimbe
Pau DArco
Eczema Tea Tree
Children under 2 years Feverfew
Emotional disorders Ephedra
Children under 4 years Horseradish
Epilepsy Evening Primrose
Children under 12 years Aloe Vera Schisandra
Buckthorn Starflower
Cascara sagrada Wormwood
Hawthorn
Uva-Ursi Fever of unknown Cinnamon
Yohimbe origin
Children under 18 years Alfalfa Foecal impaction Cascara sagrada
Ephedra
G6PD deficiency Goldenseal
Chronic constipation Aloe Vera Karela
Chronic diarrhoea Dong Quai Gall bladder empyema Dandelion
Chronic inflammation Yohimbe Gall bladder Peppermint
of prostate gland inflammation
Chronic inflammation Yohimbe Gallstones Artichoke
of sexual organs Cardamom
Devils Claw
Chronic irritable bowel, Cayenne
GI, hepatic or renal disease GI obstruction Aloe Vera
Coeliac disease Oats GI ulcers Nasturtium
Turmeric
Cold and flu Dong Quai
GIT stenosis Psyllium
Collagenosis Echinacea
Haemorrhage Ginseng Korean
Colonic impaction Psyllium
Haemorrhagic disease Dong Quai
Contact with eyes or Bitter Orange
mucous membranes Haemorrhoids Aloe Vera
Coronary thrombosis Ginseng Korean Hepatic impairment Clove
Comfrey
Depression Ephedra Eucalyptus
Hops Horse Chestnut
Diabetes Ephedra Yohimbe
Licorice History of atopic Chamomile, German
Nettle hay fever
Digestive disorders Uva-Ursi History of SLE Alfalfa
Duodenal ulcers Cinnamon HIV infection Echinacea
Devils Claw
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Contraindications Common Name Contraindications Common Name
Hypermenorrhoea Dong Quai Immunosuppressants Cats Claw
Inflammatory GIT Eucalyptus
Hypersensitivity to Fenugreek disease
chickpeas
Inflamed skin Tea Tree
Hypersensitivity to Arnica
Compositae family Chamomile, German Insomnia Ephedra
Echinacea Green Tea
Elecampane
Feverfew Intestinal disorders Guar Gum
Flaxseed Intestinal obstruction Buckthorn
Milk Thistle Cascara sagrada
Yarrow Flaxseed
Hypersensitivity to Thyme Oats
Labiatae family Psyllium
Rhubarb
Hypersensitivity to Arnica Senna
Tagetes spp. Yellow Dock
Hypersensitivity to Aloe Vera Intestinal ulcers Centaury
the herb Aniseed Cinchona
Fenugreek
Ginkgo Intracranial pressure Schisandra
Myrrh Leukosis Echinacea
Peppermint
Pygeum Liver cirrhosis Licorice
St. Johns Wort
Mental disorders Ephedra
Yarrow
Mood disorders Horny Goat Weed
Hypersensitivity to Aniseed
Umbelliferae family Fennel Multiple sclerosis Echinacea
Hypertension Ephedra Nausea Aloe Vera
Goldenseal Cascara sagrada
Green Tea
Guarana NSAID use Barberry
Schisandra Oedema due to Horsetail
Siberian Ginseng impaired heart or
Hyperthyroidism Bladderwrack kidney function
Ephedra Oedema in cardiac or Birch Leaf
Hypoglycaemia Karela renal insufficiency Couch Grass
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Contraindications Common Name Contraindications Common Name
Horseradish
Overactive sympathetic Damiana Hydrangea
nervous system activity Hyssop
Juniper
Paediatrics Fennel Karela
Nasturtium Kelp
Pheochromocytoma Ephedra Kola Nut
Lavender
Photosensitivity St. Johns Wort Lemon Balm
Lemongrass
Pregnancy Agnus Castus
Licorice
Alfalfa
Magnolia
Aloe Vera
Marigold
Angelica
Meadowsweet
Barberry
Myrrh
Barley
Nettle
Black Cohosh
Oregon Grape
Bladderwrack
Papaya
Blessed Thistle
Parsley
Boldo
Pau DArco
Boneset
Peppermint
Buchu
Pomegranate
Burdock
Prickly Ash
California Poppy
Raspberry
Cascara sagrada
Rosemary
Catnip
Safflower
Cats Claw
Saffron
Celery
Sage
Cinchona
Saw Palmetto
Cinnamon
Slippery Elm
Colts Foot
Starflower
Comfrey
Turmeric
Devils Claw
Uva-Ursi
Dong Quai
Velvet Bean
Echinacea
Wolfberry
Elecampane
Wormwood
Eucalyptus
Yarrow
Fennel
Yohimbe
Fenugreek
Feverfew Psychiatric conditions Yohimbe
Flaxseed
Gamboge Quinine hypersensitivity Cinchona
Ginkgo Renal impairment Aloe Vera
Ginseng Korean Boldo
Goldenseal Celery
Gotu Kola Comfrey
Griffonia (5-HTP) Goldenseal
Hawthorn Horse Chestnut
Hops Juniper
Horehound Nasturtium
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Contraindications Common Name Contraindications Common Name
Parsley Yohimbe
Uva-Ursi Stricture of the Flaxseed
Yohimbe oesophagus & in GI area
Restlessness Ephedra Suicidal tendency Ephedra
Salicylate sensitivity Meadowsweet Taking anticoagulants Clove
White Willow Papaya
Schizophrenia Starflower Taking Turmeric
cyclophosphamide
Severe liver disease Boldo
Green Tea Taking paracetamol Clove
Peppermint
Thyrotoxicosis Ephedra
Severe renal Licorice
insufficiency Tuberculosis Echinacea
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Herb Name Index
Monograph titles are listed in capitals and Latin botanical names in italics
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CINCHONA 36 Euphrasia officinalis 57
Cinchona pubescens 36 EVENING PRIMROSE 55
Cinnamomum verum 37 EYEBRIGHT 57
CINNAMON 37 Fagopyrum esculentum 24
Citrus aurantium 16 FENNEL 58
CLEAVERS 38 FENUGREEK 59
CLOVE 39 FEVERFEW 61
Cnicus benedictus 19 Filipendula ulmaria 111
Coffea arabica 81 FLAXSEED 61
Cola acuminata 100 Foeniculum vulgare 58
COLTS FOOT 40 Fucus vesiculosus 19
COMFREY 40
Commiphora molmol 116
CORN SILK 41 Galium aparine 38
COUCH GRASS 41 GAMBOGE 63
CRANBERRY 42 Garcinia hanburyi 63
CRANESBILL 44 GARLIC 64
Crataegus laevigata 89 GENTIAN 66
Crocus sativus 139 Gentiana lutea 66
Cucurbita pepo 131 Geranium maculatum 44
Curcuma domestica 157 GINGER 66
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba 88 GINKGO 68
Cymbopogon citratus 103 Ginkgo biloba 68
Cynara scolymus L. 10 GINSENG KOREAN 73
Glycyrrhiza glabra 104
GOLDENSEAL 77
DAMIANA 44 GOTU KOLA 78
DANDELION 45 GRAPESEED 78
DEVILS CLAW 46 GREEN COFFEE 81
Dioscorea villosa 162 GREEN TEA 82
DONG QUAI 47 GRIFFONIA (5-HTP) 85
Drosera ramentacea 152 Griffonia simplicifolia 85
GRINDELIA 86
Grindelia robusta 86
ECHINACEA 49 GUARANA 87
Echinaceae species 49 GUAR GUM 88
ELDER 51 GYMNEMA 89
ELECAMPANE 52 Gymnema sylvestre 89
Elettaria cardamomum 29
Eleutherococcus senticosus 145
EPHEDRA 53 Hamamelis virginiana 163
Ephedra sinica 53 Harpagophytum procumbens 46
Equisetum arvense 95 HAWTHORN 89
Eschscholtzia californica 28 Hedera helix 97
EUCALYPTUS 54 Herba epimedii 92
Eucalyptus globulus 54 Hibiscus sabdariffa 137
Eupatorium perfoliatum 21 HOODIA 90
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Hoodia gordonii 90 MACA 107
HOPS 91 MAGNOLIA 108
Hordeum distichon 13 Magnolia glauca 108
HOREHOUND 92 Mahonia aquifolium 121
HORNY GOAT WEED 92 MALLOW (High Mallow) 108
HORSE CHESTNUT 93 Malpighia glabra 1
HORSERADISH 94 Malva sylvestris 108
HORSETAIL 95 MARIGOLD 109
Humulus lupulus 91 Marrubium vulgare 92
HYDRANGEA 95 MARSHMALLOW 110
Hydrangea arborescens 95 MAT 111
Hydrastis canadensis 77 Matricaria recutita 34
Hypericum perforatum 149 MEADOWSWEET 111
HYSSOP 96 Medicago sativa 2
Hyssopus officinalis 96 Melaleuca alternifolia 154
Melilotus officinalis 153
Melissa officinalis 102
ICELAND MOSS 96 Mentha piperita 126
Ilex paraguariensis 111 MILK THISTLE 113
Inula helenium 52 Momordica charantia 98
IVY LEAF 97 Mucuna pruriens 160
MUIRA-PUAMA 115
MULLEIN 116
JUNIPER 97 MYRRH 116
Juniperus communis 97
NASTURTIUM 117
KARELA 98 NEEM 117
KELP 99 Nepeta cataria 32
KIDNEY BEAN 100 NETTLE 118
KOLA NUT 100
OATS 119
Lactuca virosa 161 Oenothera biennis 55
Laminaria hyperborea 99 Olea europaea 120
Lavandula officinalis 101 OLIVE 120
LAVENDER 101 OREGON GRAPE 121
LEMON BALM 102 Origanum vulgare 162
LEMONGRASS 103 Oryza sativa 135
Lentinus edodes 145
Lepidium meyenii 107
LICORICE 104 Paeonia officinalis 125
LINDEN 105 Panax ginseng 73
Linum usitatissimum 61 PAPAYA 122
LUFFA 106 PARSLEY 123
Luffa aegyptica 106 PASSIONFLOWER 124
Lycium barbarum 164 Passiflora incarnata 124
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PAU DARCO 125 Salix species 161
Paullinia cupana 87 Salvia officinalis 139
Pausinystalia yohimbe 166 Sambucus nigra 51
PEONY 125 SARSAPARILLA 140
PEPPERMINT 126 SAW PALMETTO 141
Petroselinum crispum 123 SCHISANDRA 142
Peumus boldo 20 Schisandra chinensis 142
Phaseolus vulgaris 100 SCOTCH PINE 143
Pimpinella anisum 7 SENNA 144
PINEAPPLE 127 Serenoa repens 141
Pinus species 143 SHIITAKE MUSHROOM 145
Plantago major 128 SIBERIAN GINSENG 145
Plantago ovata 129 Silybum marianum 113
PLANTAIN 128 SLIPPERY ELM 148
POMEGRANATE 128 Smilax species 140
PRICKLY ASH 129 SORREL 148
Prunus africana 132 ST. JOHNS WORT 149
PSYLLIUM 129 STARFLOWER 150
Ptychopetalum olacoides 115 Stellaria media 35
PUMPKIN 131 SUNDEW 152
Punica granatum 128 SWEET CLOVER 153
PYGEUM 132 Symphytum officinale 40
Syzygium aromaticum 39
RASPBERRY 132
RED CLOVER 133 Tabebuia avellanedae 125
Rhamnus catharticus 23 TAMARIND 153
Rhamnus purshiana 30 Tamarindus indica 153
Rheum palmatum 134 Tanacetum parthenium 61
RHODIOLA 133 Taraxacum officinale 45
Rhodiola rosea 133 TEA TREE 154
RHUBARB 134 THYME 155
RICE 135 Thymus vulgaris 155
Rosa canina 135 Tilia species 105
ROSE HIP 135 TRAGACANTH 156
ROSELLE 137 Trifolium pratense 133
ROSEMARY 137 Trigonella foenum-graecum 59
Rosmarinus officinalis 137 Tropaeolum majus 117
Rubus idaeus 132 TURMERIC 157
Rumex acetosa 166 Turnera diffusa 44
Rumex crispus 148 Tussilago farfara 40
Ruscus aculeatus 27
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Vaccinium macrocarpon 42 WOLBERRY 164
Vaccinium myrtillus 13 WOOD BETONY 164
VALERIAN 159 WORMWOOD 165
Valeriana officinalis 159
VELVET BEAN 160
Verbascum densiflorum 116 YARROW 165
Vitex agnus-castus 1 YELLOW DOCK 166
Vitis vinifera 78 YOHIMBE 166
YUCCA 167
Yucca schidigera 167
WHITE WILLOW 161
WILD LETTUCE 161
WILD OREGANO 162 Zanthoxylum americanum 129
WILD YAM 162 Zea mays 41
WITCH HAZEL 163 Zingiber officinale 66
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~ 228 ~
Product Name Index
~ 229 ~
Calendula (HealthAid) 110 Cranberry (HealthAid) 42
Calendula Cream (Nelsons) 110 Cranberry (NatraHealth) 42
Californian Poppy (Arkopharma) 29 Cranberry (Quest) 42
Calma Baby (Erba Vita) 105 Cranberry Complex (Lamberts) 43
CandawayTM (Lamberts) 37 Cranberry Cyst (ESI) 43
Candiclear (Higher Nature) 156 Cranberry Extract (Numark) 43
Carbogas (Sella) 59 Cranberry Juice Concentrate
CarbonFlor (Erba Vita) 8 (Power Health) 43
Carboslim Phase 2 (HealthAid) 83 Cranberry Plus Formula (Vega) 43
Cardiohealth Formula (Vega) 64 Cynara (A.Vogel) 10
Cardiosterol Garlic + Co. Q10 (Alta Care) 64 Cys-control Cranberola (Arkopharma) 43
Cardiosterol Krill (Alta Care) 55 Cysticare (HealthAid) 43
Cardiosterol SLO (Alta Care) 55
Cats Claw (HealthAid) 31
Cats Claw (Power Herbs) 31 Damiana Leaf (HealthAid) 45
Cats Claw Herbal Complex (Vega) 31 Dandelion (HealthAid) 46
Celery Seed 200mg (Power Herbs) 33 Dandelion Root (HealthAid) 46
Cellulite Formula (Vega) 69 Day-vit Active (HealthAid) 73
CellusiteTM (HealthAid) 161 Day-vit Probio (HealthAid) 24
Centrum Performance (Centrum) 69 Dermavital (HealthAid) 5
Chalet Hair Stimulant (Alta Care) 141 Detoxil (Vitabiotics) 10
Chamomile (HealthAid) 35 Devils Claw (Arkopharma) 47
Childrens Echinacea (HealthAid) 49 Devils Claw (A.Vogel) 47
Chitosan Complex (HealthAid) 89 Devils Claw (HealthAid) 47
Cholestro-Vit Formula (Vega) 65 Devils Claw Herbal Complex (Vega) 47
Cider Trim (HealthAid) 99 DiaglucoforteTM (HealthAid) 99
Cidiet (Power Health) 99 Dietrim (Vitabiotics) 38
Cinnamon (HealthAid) 37 Diet Shake (Sci-MX) 83
CitricidalTM (Higher Nature) 79 DigestivAid No Acid (ESI) 104
Citronella Geranium Aerosol Free Nebuliser Digestizyme (Lamberts) 122
(Sella) 103 DigestonTM (HealthAid) 122
Citronella Geranium for Children (Sella) 103 DLPA & Turmeric (Quest) 157
Citronella Geranium Stick (Sella) 103 Dong Quai (HealthAid) 48
ColestroforteTM (HealthAid) 60 Dong Quai Herbal Complex (Vega) 48
Colic Baby (Erba Vita) 106 Dong Quai Root Extract (Solgar) 48
Colloidal Minerals Plus Kelp Formula Dormeasan (A.Vogel) 159
(Vega) 99
Coloclear Extra (Higher Nature) 62
Colonease (HealthAid) 5 Echinacea (A. Vogel) 49
Comfrey Cream (A.Vogel) 41 Echinacea (HealthAid) 49
Concentrated Echinacea 500mg (Numark) 49 Echinacea (NatraHealth) 50
Controller (Alta Care) 103 Echinacea 300 (Power Herbs) 50
Controller Natural Sleep (Alta Care) 106 Echinacea 1000mg (Lamberts) 50
Cranberola (Arkopharma) 42 Echinacea 1000mg & Goldenseal 2000mg
Cranberry (Arkopharma) 42 (Lamberts) 50
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Echinacea & Black Elderberry Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg (Healthlife) 56
(Higher Nature) 50 Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg (Lamberts) 56
Echinacea Cream (A.Vogel) 50 Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg (Numark) 56
Echinacea Extract (Solgar) 50 Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg Extra High
Echinacea Forte (A.Vogel) 50 Strength (Vega) 56
Echinacea Herbal Complex (Vega) 50 Evening Primrose Oil 1300mg (HealthAid) 56
Echinacea Plus Ginseng & Astragalus Herbal Evening Primrose Oil Formula (Vega) 57
Complex (Vega) 50 Evening Primrose Oil with Starflower Oil
Echinacea (Purpurea & Angustifolia) 1000mg (Lamberts) 57
(Health Aid) 50 Eyebright (HealthAid) 58
Echinacea Root 500mg (FSC) 50 EyeVit (HealthAid) 58
Echinacea Throat Spray (A.Vogel) 51 Eyewise (Lamberts) 79
Echinaforce (A.Vogel) 51 Fema45+ (Lamberts) 25
Echinaforce Forte (A. Vogel) 51 Femmevit (HealthAid) 151
Efalex (Efamol) 70 Fem-X (HealthAid) 146
Efalex Active 50+ (Efamol) 70 Fenugreek (Arkopharma) 60
Elderberry (HealthAid) 52 Fenugreek (HealthAid) 60
Ellegyn (Alta Care) 91 Feverfew (HealthAid) 61
Ellegyn Cysti (Alta Care) 43 Feverfew Herbal Complex (Vega) 61
Energizer Formula (Vega) 146 Fibre Dophilus (HealthAid) 130
Enzyme Digest (Quest) 122 Finocarbo Plus (Aboca) 59
Erbalax Delicato Capsule (Erba Vita) 134 Flax Seed Oil 1000mg (HealthAid) 62
Erbalax Delicato Sciroppo (Erba Vita) 134 Flax Seed Oil 1000mg (Lamberts) 62
Erbalax Forte Compresse (Erba Vita) 144 Flax Seed Oil 1000mg (Power Health) 62
Essential Oil of Peppermint Flodol (Alta Care) 112
(Power Herbs) 126 Flodol Artro (Alta Care) 112
Essential Oil of Sage 50mg (Power Herbs) 140 Flodolor Flexi (Alta Care) 122
Ester-C 1000mg Plus Vitamin C (Solgar) 1 FootCare Cream (Himalaya) 60
Ester-C Formula (Vega) 136 Formula VM-75 (Solgar) 25
Eucarbon (Trenka) 144
Evening Primrose (HealthAid) 55
Evening Primrose 500mg (Quest) 56 Garlic (Wassen) 65
Evening Primrose 1000mg (Quest) 56 Garlic Extra High Strength (Deodorised)
Evening Primrose Oil (Arkopharma) 56 (Vega) 65
Evening Primrose Oil (HealthAid) 56 Garlic Max 4000 (HealthAid) 65
Evening Primrose Oil 500mg (HealthAid) 56 Garlic Oil (Solgar) 65
Evening Primrose Oil 500mg (Lamberts) 56 Gastro-Vit Formula (Vega) 5
Evening Primrose Oil 500mg (Numark) 56 Gentlemens ThreeTM (HealthAid) 74
Evening Primrose Oil 500mg Gericaps Active (HealthAid) 74
(Power Health) 56 Gincosan (Pharmaton) 70
Evening Primrose Oil 500mg (Solgar) 56 Ginger (Arkopharma) 67
Evening Primrose Oil 500mg High Strength Ginger (Lamberts) 67
(Vega) 56 Ginger (Quest) 67
Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg Ginger Root (HealthAid) 67
(HealthAid) 56
Ginger Root Extract (HealthAid) 67
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Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale) 280mg Herbal 3 (HealthAid) 131
(Power Herbs) 67 Herbal BoosterTM (HealthAid) 87
Ginkgo (Arkopharma) 70 Herbal Cream (HealthAid) 9
Ginkgo 6000mg (Lamberts) 70 Herbal Female Complex (Solgar) 18
Ginkgo Biloba (A.Vogel) 70 Hi-Active Formula (Vega) 120
Ginkgo Biloba (HealthAid) 70 Hi-Garlic Perles Odourless (Power Health) 65
Ginkgo Biloba (NatraHealth) 70 High Strenght Milk Thistle Extract
Ginkgo Biloba (Quest) 70 (Lifeplan) 113
Ginkgo Biloba 500mg (FSC) 70 Hip & Thigh Formula (HealthAid) 161
Ginkgo Biloba Herbal Complex (Vega) 70 Horse Chestnut (HealthAid) 93
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf 180mg Horse Chestnut Complex (Lamberts) 93
(Power Herbs) 70 Horsetail (HealthAid) 95
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract (Solgar) 70 HypercalTM (Nelsons) 110
Ginkgo Vital 3TM (HealthAid) 146 Hyperiforce (A.Vogel) 149
GinkoVitalTM (HealthAid) 71
Ginsana (Pharmaton) 74
Ginseng Forte (Arkopharma) 74 Ibisene (Lamberts) 10
Ginseng Korean Herbal Complex (Vega) 74 Immune + (Higher Nature) 52
Ginseng Siberian Herbal Complex (Vega) 146 Immuno baby (Erba Vita) 51
Goji Berry 500mg (Power Health) 164 InterfreshTM (HealthAid) 123
Goldcare 50+ (Vitabiotics) 71 Isla Cassis 96
Golden Seal (HealthAid) 77 Isla Mint 96
Gotu Kola (HealthAid) 78 Isla Moss 97
Grapeseed Antioxidant Formula (FSC) 79 Ispaghula (Arkopharma) 130
Grapeseed Extract (HealthAid) 79 Ivy-Thyme Complex (A.Vogel) 156
Green Coffee (Quest) 81
Green Coffee Bean (Power Health) 81
Green Tea (Arkopharma) 83 Jointace Chondroitin (Vitabiotics) 67
Green Tea (HealthAid) 83 Jointace Collagen (Vitabiotics) 67
Green Tea (Quest) 83 Jointace Fizz (Vitabiotics) 68
Green Tea 1000mg (Power Herbs) 83 Jointace Gel (Vitabiotics) 68
GrinTuss (Aboca) 86 Jointace Patch (Vitabiotics) 68
Guaramax 1000 (HealthAid) 87 Jointcare ComfrelieveTM (Seven Seas) 41
Guarana 500mg (Power Herbs) 87 JointCare Sport (HealthAid) 74
JointWise (Vega) 68
HaemoVit Liquid GoldTM (HealthAid) 140 JointWise Complete Multipack (Vega) 157
Hawthorn (Arkopharma) 90
Hawthorn 2500mg (Lamberts) 90
Hawthorn Berry (HealthAid) 90 Kalms (Lanes) 159
Hawthorn Berry 500mg (FSC) 90 Kangavites (Solgar) 136
Hawthorn Compound (Power Herbs) 25 Karbofin Forte (ESI) 59
HCA (Higher Nature) 154 Karela (HealthAid) 99
Healthy Mega (HealthAid) 25 Kelp (Power Health) 100
HeartMaxTM (HealthAid) 79 Kelp Plus Greens Formula (Vega) 100
Hematinic Blood Co-Factors (Vega) 71 Korean Ginseng (HealthAid) 74
~ 232 ~
Korean Ginseng (NatraHealth) 74 Milk Thistle Herbal Complex (Vega) 114
Korean Ginseng (Numark) 74 Milk Thistle Herb Extract (Solgar) 114
Korean Ginseng 1200mg (Lamberts) 74 Milk Thistle Plus (FSC) 114
Korean Ginseng 250mg (HealthAid) 74 Molkosan Vitality (A.Vogel) 83
Korean Ginseng Extract (IL HWA) 75 MSM Glucosamine Joint Complex
Korean Ginseng with Multivitamins & Minerals (Higher Nature) 33
(Red Kooga) 75 Mucovit Sciroppo Adulti (Erba Vita) 86
Koregin 3000 (HealthAid) 75 Mucovit Sciroppo Bambini (Erba Vita) 86
Kwai ACE (Kwai) 75 Muira Puama (HealthAid) 115
Kwai One-A-Day (Kwai) 75 Multi Antioxidant Complex (Vega) 71
Kyolic Garlic 1000 (Quest) 65 Multibionta Activate (Seven Seas) 75
Multibionta Immune Support Probiotic
Multivitamin (Seven Seas) 83
Lass-B (Erba Vita) 46 Multibionta Probiotic Multivitamin 50+
Lepicol (Healthy Bowels) 130 (Seven Seas) 76
Linoforce (A.Vogel) 62 Multigluco Tolerance Factor (Vega) 72
Liquorice (HealthAid) 105 Multi-Gyn ActiGel (MultiGyn) 5
Livercare (HealthAid) 113 Multi-Gyn FemiWash (MultiGyn) 5
Luffa Complex (A.Vogel) 106 Multi-Gyn LiquiGel (MultiGyn) 5
Multi-Gyn Tablets (MultiGyn) 5
Multi-Mam BabyWash (Multi-Mam) 5
Maca (HealthAid) 107 Multi-Mam Compresses (Multi-Mam) 6
Magnolia Extract (HealthAid) 108 Multi Max (Lamberts) 79
Magnolia, Valerian, St. Johns Wort Complex Multi-Max Advance (Lamberts) 158
(HealthAid) 90
Male Formula (HealthAid) 75
Male MaxTM (HealthAid) 75 Natracalm Passiflora (Natra) 124
Maxijoint Formula (Vega) 15 Natrasleep (Natra) 160
MegaMultiTM (HealthAid) 75 Natural Cranberry with Vitamin C (Solgar) 43
Mega Potency Ginkgo 6000 Natural Herbal Inhalant Oil (Numark) 54
(Higher Nature) 71 Neem Cream (A.Vogel) 117
Melissa Leaf Extract (HealthAid) 103 Neem Leaf Herbal Complex (Vega) 118
Memory Plus Formula (Vega) 71 Neem Oil (A.Vogel) 118
Menopace Plus (Vitabiotics) 140 Neo Fermental Max (ESI) 6
Menopause Formula (Vega) 151 Neovita (Savoy Laboratories) 76
Menophase (Higher Nature) 142 Nettle Leaf (HealthAid) 119
Menovital (HealthAid) 48 Neuralta Migren (Alta Care) 127
Migrastick (Arkopharma) 127 Neuralta Plus (Alta Care) 123
Milk Thistle (Arkopharma) 114 Neuroforte (HealthAid) 72
Milk Thistle (A.Vogel) 114 Nicosolven Astaxanthin (Alta Care) 57
Milk Thislte (HealthAid) 114 No-Dol (ESI) 47
Milk Thistle (Power Herbs) 114 No-Gas enzimi (Giuliani) 68
Milk Thistle 4500mg (Lamberts) 114 Nutri baby (Erba Vita) 136
Milk Thistle & Artichoke (Higher Nature) 114
Milk Thistle Complex (HealthAid) 114
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Oat Seed (HealthAid) 120 Potters Catarrh Pastilles (Potters) 98
Odourless Garlic (Healthlife) 65 Potters Decongestant Pastilles (Potters) 54
Odourless Garlic (NutraHealth) 65 Potters Sugar Free Cough Pastilles (Potters)
Odourless Garlic Gems (FSC) 65 105
Odourless Garlic Pearls (Numark) 65 Power Ginseng GX 2500+ (Power Health) 76
Olive Leaf Extract (Power Herbs) 121 PowerplusTM (HealthAid) 146
Omega 3 & 6 (Quest) 57 Pregnazon (HealthAid) 26
Omega Excellence Flax Seed Oil 1000mg Premenstrual Formula (Vega) 120
(Higher Nature) 62 Prospan (BioRevive) 97
Omega-H3 (Vitabiotics) 26 Prostasan (A.Vogel) 141
One A Day Pure Cod Liver Oil Plus Evening Prostate Formula (Vega) 141
Primrose (Seven Seas) 57 Prostavital (HealthAid) 131
One A Day Pure Cod Liver Oil Plus Garlic Prune & Senna (FSC) 144
(Seven Seas) 65 Psyllium Husk 1000mg (HealthAid) 130
Opticare Formula 20:20 (Vega) 72 Psyllium Husk Fibre (HealthAid) 130
Organic Aloe Vera (dr.organic) 6 Psyllium Husk Fibre (Vega) 130
Organic Aloe Vera Gel Infused with Pumpkin Seed Oil (HealthAid) 131
Cucumber, Witch Hazel and Calendula
Pumpkin Seed Oil 500mg (Power Health) 131
(dr.organic) 6
Pure Evening Primrose Oil (Efamol) 57
Organic Aloe Vera Gel Infused with Organic
Tea Tree Oil and Arnica (dr.organic) 6 Pure Evening Primrose Oil (Seven Seas) 57
Organic Flax Oil (Arkopharma) 63 Pure Green Coffee Extract (Lamberts) 81
Organic Lavender (dr.organic) 102
Organic Optimum Oil (FSC) 63
Quiet Life (Lanes) 91
Organic Pomegranate (dr.organic) 129
Organic Tea Tree (dr.organic) 154
Osteoflex (HealthAid) 158
Rash Relief Cream (Rapaid) 6
Osteoflex Plus (HealthAid) 158
Raspberry Leaf Extract (HealthAid) 132
Otolaya (Inebios) 110
Red Sterol Complex (Higher Nature) 38
Passiflora (HealthAid) 124
Refreshall (Lamberts) 72
Passion Flower (HealthAid) 124
Reintegra MgKB Balance (Erba Vita) 12
Pau DArco (HealthAid) 125
Rejuvadeen Formula (Vega) 84
Pectovit (Erba Vita) 86
Revive (Kelkin) 88
Peppermint Oil (Lamberts) 127
Rhodiola (HealthAid) 133
Perfectil (Vitabiotics) 51
Rhodiola Herbal Complex (Vega) 133
Perfectil Platinum (Vitabiotics) 84
Rhodiola Root Extract (Solgar) 134
Perfectil Plus (Vitabiotics) 151
Rosehip (HealthAid) 136
Pharmaton (Pharmaton) 76
Royal 3 (HealthAid) 57
Phytobronz (Arkopharma) 80
Rutin and Vitamin C 500mg (Lamberts) 26
Phytocalm (Arkopharma) 124
Rutivite Original (Power Health) 26
Phytocold (Arkopharma) 51
Phytomenopause (Arkopharma) 140
Phytorhuma (Arkopharma) 47
Saffron (HealthAid) 139
Pineapple (Arkopharma) 128
Sage Leaf Extract (HealthAid) 140
Pine Bark Complex (Vega) 143
Sambucol For Children (Sambucol) 52
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Sambucol Immuno Forte Formula Super Once A Day Timed Release
(Sambucol) 52 (Quest) 123
Sambucol Original Formula (Sambucol) 52 Super Strength Cranberry (Higher Nature) 43
Sarsaparilla (HealthAid) 141 Super Strength Supergar 8000
Saw Palmetto (Arkopharma) 142 (Higher Nature) 65
Saw Palmetto (HealthAid) 142 Swiss Garlic (A.Vogel) 66
Saw Palmetto (NatraHealth) 142
Saw Palmetto 1000mg & Uva Ursi 100mg
(Power Herbs) 142 Tea Tree (Bios Line) 155
Saw Palmetto Berry Extract (Solgar) 142 Tea Tree (HealthAid) 155
Sedivitax (Aboca) 124 Tea Tree (Nelsons) 155
Senna (HealthAid) 144 Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Cream (Lanes) 163
Sexovit forte (HealthAid) 76 Tea Tree Balm (Power Health) 155
Sibergin 2500 (HealthAid) 146 Teenstick (Arkopharma) 39
Siberian Ginseng (Arkopharma) 147 TestofenTM (Power Herbs) 60
Siberian Ginseng (HealthAid) 147 TotallyWise (Vega) 84
Siberian Ginseng (Power Health) 147 TranquilTM (HealthAid) 90
Siberian Ginseng (Quest) 147 Tri-Omega EFA (Sci-MX) 63
Siberian Ginseng 250mg (HealthAid) 147 Triple G - Ginseng, Ginkgo, Garlic
Siberian Ginseng 1500mg (Lamberts) 147 (Power Health) 76
SiberSlimTM (HealthAid) 147 Turmeric 10,000mg (Lamberts) 158
Silica 250mg (HealthAid) 11 Turmeric Root Extract (HealthAid) 158
Silvia Feminin Formula (Alta Care) 91 Tusserbe Fluid (ESI) 116
Silvia Women (Alta Care) 92 Tusserbe Sed (ESI) 152
Silvia Women Formula (Alta Care) 88
Slimaide Formula (Vega) 130
Urtica (A.Vogel) 119
Slim-Rite (HealthAid) 3
Uva Ursi (HealthAid) 159
Slippery Elm (HealthAid) 148
Uva-ursi complex (A.Vogel) 159
Snoreeze Oral Strips (Snoreeze) 127
Snoreeze Throat Spray (Snoreeze) 127
Sollievo (Aboca) 144
Starflower Oil (Arkopharma) 151
Valerian (HealthAid) 160
Starflower Oil (HealthAid) 151
Valerian 270mg (Power Herbs) 160
Starflower Oil (Higher Nature) 151
Valerian 1600mg (Lamberts) 160
Starflower Oil 1000mg (HealthAid) 151
Valerian Herbal Complex (Vega) 160
Starflower Oil (Omega-6) Plus Soya Lecithin
Valerian Root (HealthAid) 160
(Vega) 152
Valerian Root Extract (Solgar) 160
St. Johns Wort (Arkopharma) 149
Vapour Rub (Numark) 55
St. Johns Wort (HealthAid) 149
Vegilax (HealthAid) 20
St. Johns Wort (Quest) 150
Vein Support Formula (Vega) 72
St. Johns Wort 300 Herb Extract
VeinTain (Lamberts) 68
(Solgar) 150
Venaforce (A.Vogel) 93
St. Johns Wort Herbal Complex (Vega) 150
Venagel (A.Vogel) 94
Super Antioxidant (Higher Nature) 36
Venalta (Alta Care) 80
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Venalta Ampoules (Alta Care) 80 Wellman 50+ (Vitabiotics) 147
Venis Sollievo (Erba Vita) 80 Wellman Conception (Vitabiotics) 107
Visionace (Vitabiotics) 15 Wellman Sport (Vitabiotics) 147
Visionace Plus (Vitabiotics) 15 Wellman Tricologic (Vitabiotics) 80
VisualEyes (Higher Nature) 15 WellTeen Plus Omega-3 (Vitabiotics) 43
Vitalize Regenerative Formula (Vega) 147 Wellwoman (Vitabiotics) 152
Vitamin B6 (Quest) 124 Wellwoman 50+ (Vitabiotics) 85
Vitamin B12 (Quest) 159 Wellwoman Tricologic (Vitabiotics) 80
Vitamin C 1000mg (Lamberts) 136 White Willow Bark (HealthAid) 161
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 1000mg High Whole Bulb Garlic (FSC) 66
Strength (Vega) 26 Wild Yam (HealthAid) 163
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 1500mg Super Wintervits (HealthAid) 156
Strength (Vega) 26 Witch Hazel (Arkopharma) 163
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Slow Release Wormwood (HealthAid) 165
1000mg (Vega) 136
Vitamin C (Calcium Ascorbate) (Vega) 26
Vitamin C Time 1000mg (Lamberts) 136 Yucca Root (HealthAid) 167
Vitex Agnus Castus 1000mg (Lamberts) 2
Vitiven ultra cold (Arkopharma) 28
V-VeinTM (HealthAid) 94 Zinc-C Formula (Vega) 85
wellKiD Smart Chewable (Vitabiotics) 63 Zotrim (Natures Remedies) 111
Wellman (Vitabiotics) 147
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