Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Blue Flag Iris versicolor and Iris florentina	Astringent, diuretic, emetic, expectorant.	Single product	August 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Iris versicolor: Blue Flag, Flag Lily, Snake Lily, Slender Blue, Blue Iris, Wild Iris, Iris; Iris florentina: Orris Root. Parts Used: Rhizomes and roots. Historical Uses: Formerly used to treat dropsy and rheumatism, Blue Flag has later served to treat coughs, pancreatic disorders and biliary tract ailments.1 Blue Flag has also been employed in cases of constipation associated with impaired bile secretion.1 It is also said to have a positive effect on lymphatics and all body fluids.2 Contraindications: None. Adverse reactions: Avoid excessive consumption. Dosage: 1 to 20 drops twice per day. Start with 1 drop twice per day and be sure to drink enough water. References: S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989; Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990. © 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd All right reserved 1 S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.75 2 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990, p.136.

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