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Silybum marianum

Silybum marianum

The English name for this herb is Milk thistle.

Warning: It is virtually devoid of any side effects and may be used by wide range of people,including pregnant and lactating women. Since it does stimulate liver and gallbladder activity, it may have a mild, transient laxative effect in some individuals. This will usually cease within two to three days.

Description

None recorded.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological action of Silybum marianum is Stimulant.

Indications

The indications of Silybum marianum's Fruit are Jaundice, Psoriasis, Gallstones, Liver Congestion, Spleen, Kidneys, Liver support.

The indication of Silybum marianum's Seeds is Homeopathy.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

PartDoseInstructions
Fruit (powder)420.000 – 0.000 mgAccording to research adn clinical experience, improvement should be noted about eight to tweleve weeks.

Available Brands

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Silybum marianum.

Substitutes

No information regarding Silybum marianum's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

No information regarding Silybum marianum's active constituent is currently available.

Antidotes

No information regarding Silybum marianum's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Silybum marianum. (work in progress)