Cinchona officinalis
Cinchona officinalis is also known as Quinaquina coccinea , Quinaquina lancifolia, Quinaquina officinalis belongs to Rubiaceae family.
The English name for this herb is Quinine .
Description
None recorded.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Cinchona officinalis's Bark are Anti-pyretic, Astringent, Cardiotonic, Digestive, Febrifuge, Thermogenic.
Indications
The indications of Cinchona officinalis's Bark are Digestive Disorders, Malarial Fever, Irregular Heart Beats, Spasm, Dystocia.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
None recorded.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Bark | 0.500 – 1.000 cup | Decoction should take three times daily. |
Available Brands
- IJAMIAHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
Compound Preparations
Cinchona officinalis is used in the preparation of Ijamia.
Substitutes
No information regarding Cinchona officinalis's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
No information regarding Cinchona officinalis's active constituent is currently available.
Antidotes
No information regarding Cinchona officinalis's antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Cinchona officinalis
Constituent: Quinine
Effects: Thrombocytopenia