Canthris vesicatoria Linn
Canthris vesicatoria Linn is also known as Mylabris chicorii Fabr, Mylabris phaberata Pallas belongs to Cleoptera, Insecta, Meloidae family.
The Arabic name for this herb is Zaravih.
The English names for this herb are Cantharides, Chinese Blistering Fly, Spanish Fly, Telini Fly.
The Urdu names for this herb are Telni-Makkhi, Telni-Pokh, Zarawih.
Description
None recorded.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Canthris vesicatoria Linn are Aphrodisiac, Counter-Irritant, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Stimulant, Vesicant.
Indications
The indications of Canthris vesicatoria Linn are Cystitis, Vitiligo, Alopecia, Spermatorrhoea, Earache, Boils, Pleurisy, Sciatica, Scrofula, Rheumatism, Hydrophobia, Deafness.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Canthris vesicatoria Linn is 3rd order, warm and dry.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Canthris vesicatoria Linn is Unpleasant.
Taste: Astringent,Sharp.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 30.000 – 60.000 mg | N/A |
Available Brands
- KOHL- UL- JAWAHIRHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
- NEOBAXHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
Compound Preparations
Canthris vesicatoria Linn is used in the preparation of Cantharides Hair Lotion, Liquor Epispasticus, Liquor Litty, Siyyal Munfiz, Tncture Cantharidin.
Substitutes
The substitutes of Canthris vesicatoria Linn are [Subacetate of copper may also be used externally.], Copper Sulphate [Used for external use only.].
Active Constituents
No information regarding Canthris vesicatoria Linn's active constituent is currently available.
Antidotes
The antidote of Canthris vesicatoria Linn is Clarified Butter.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Canthris vesicatoria Linn. (work in progress)