Product Name
Historical uses
Category
Issued
Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
Antibiotic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitussive, astringent, carminative, diaphoretic, expectorant, vermifuge.
Single product
August 1996
Replaces:
N/A
Common Names:
Thyme, Common Thyme, Garden Thyme.
Parts Used:
Flowering tops, leaves, herb.
Historical Uses:
Internally, Thyme preparations have been used in the treatment of cough, whooping cough, dyspepsia and stomach disorders.
1
In Germany, people use Thyme for the treatment of the symptoms of bronchitis, whooping cough and catarrh.
2
As a vermifuge, it has been employed to expel worms and parasites.
1
Thyme is known to be an effective antiseptic and is said to be useful in the prevention of tooth decay.
3
Contraindications:
Avoid in cases of liver or kidney disease.
Adverse reactions:
Avoid excessive consumption.
Dosage:
20 to 40 drops after meals. As a gargle, 1 tablespoon per cup of 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;
Atlas des plantes m�dicinales
, Fernand Nathan, Paris, 1976; Varro E. Tyler, PhD,
Herbs of Choice The therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals
, PPP, NY, 1994.
© 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.300
2
Varro E. Tyler, PhD,
Herbs of Choice The therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals
, PPP, NY, 1994, p.96.
3
Atlas des plantes m�dicinales
,Fernand Nathan, Paris, 1976, p.92.
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.
