Product Name
Historical uses
Category
Issued
Sarsaparilla
Aralia nudicaulis
Anti-inflammatory, carminative, diaphoretic, diuretic.
Single product
Nov. 1996
Replaces:
N/A
Common Names:
American Sarsaparilla, Wild Sarsaparilla, Rabbit Root.
Parts Used:
Root.
Historical Uses:
Sarsaparilla is generally regarded in traditional medicine as a "blood purifier" and used as a tonic.
1
Sarsaparilla has been employed in the treatment of gout, fevers, rheumatism, flatulence and skin diseases, especially psoriasis.
1
Externally it has served to treat skin problems, such as indolent ulcers, eczema and psoriasis.
1
Sarsaparilla is reputed to be excellent to stimulate body energy and fight stress.
2
Contraindications:
Avoid in cases of kidney disorder.
Adverse reactions:
Avoid excessive use and taking over prolonged periods.
Dosage:
40 to 80 drops following or between meals. Externally, apply daily as needed.
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; Varro E. Tyler, PhD,
Herbs of Choice The therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals
, PPP, NY, 1994;
Product Status Manual
, Health Canada, 1993; M. Grieve,
A Modern Herba
l, Internet site Botanical.com.
© 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.270
2
Dr. A. B. Howard,
Herbal Extracts
,1990, p.168
This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.
