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Nettle (Stinging nettle, Urtica) |
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Active
constituents include: |
Chlorophyll, indoles incl histamine & serotonin, acetylcholine, vitamin C |
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Proposed
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Anti-haemorrhagic, hypo-glycaemic, eczema, epistaxis, melaena |
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Contraindications: |
CI: Pregnancy
W: potential interaction with diabetes, hypertension therapies |
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Renal
specific warnings: |
Contains high levels of potassium |
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Adverse
effects: |
Gastric irritation, pruritus, oedema, oliguria |
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Pharmacological
properties: |
Animal: CNS-depressant activity – inhibition of drug-induced seizures. Hypertension and bradycardia in cats. Some hypoglycaemic effects reported.
Human: Some evidence supporting haemostatic properties |
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Category if available: |
GSL |
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Date
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06 June 2001 |
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The information
provided is based on the current literature and evidence avialable.
For some herbs, there is little information available and
the evidence of side effects is anecdotal. However, we are
endeavouring to update and improve the quality of information
all the time. We advice you to discuss taking any herbal medicines
with a person who specialises in this field.
Nephronline
or the authors cannot take any responsibility for any adverse
effects from the use of these herbs.
References:
- Newall,
C., Anderson, L. & Phillipson. J.D. (1996). Herbal Medicines:
A guide for health-care professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical
Press.
- Mills,
S. & Bone, K. (2000). Principles and practice of Phytotherapy.
Modern herbal medicine. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.
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