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Humulus lupulus

Humulus lupulus

Humulus lupulus belongs to Cannabaceae family.

The English names for this herb are Aureus, Common Hop, European Hop, Golden Hop, Hop, Humulus lupulus.

Warning: There are no known interactions with prescription cardiac medications or other drugs.

Description

Humulus lupulus. Perennial, herbaceous, twining vine; leaves mostly opposite, palmately 3-7-veined and -lobed; flowers small, axillary, 5-parted; fruits in an elongated cluster, each small, dry, enclosed in a sac-like, papery bract.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological action of Humulus lupulus is Appetite stimulant.

Indications

The indications of Humulus lupulus's Flower are Insomnia, Anxiety.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

PartDoseInstructions
Fruit (dried)1.000 – 2.000 Tsp.Add 150ml of boiling water over 1-2 teaspoon of the fruit steep for ten minutes before drinking.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Humulus lupulus.

Substitutes

No information regarding Humulus lupulus's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

The active constituents of Humulus lupulus are Bitter acids, Volatile Oil.

Antidotes

No information regarding Humulus lupulus's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Humulus lupulus

Constituent: Bitter acids

Effects: Skin irritation with blisters upon contact

Severity: SKIN IRRITATION MINOR, OR LASTING ONLY FOR A FEW MINUTES.

Humulus lupulus

Constituent: Volatile Oil

Effects: Skin irritation with blisters upon contact

Severity: SKIN IRRITATION MINOR, OR LASTING ONLY FOR A FEW MINUTES.