Product details
Latin name: Taraxacum officinale
Common name: Dandelion
Family: Asteraceae
Form: Tincture
Concentration: 1330 grams of fresh root to 1 ml of tincture
Dosage:
- 5 to 15 drops, under the tongue or dissolved in water
Primary indications:
- Liver Tonic
Dandelion supports liver function in various ways. It stimulates bile production and makes it more fluid. It's particularly useful for liver stagnation, which can sometimes be indicated by unexpressed irritation and anger. It's also a source of minerals that the liver needs to function properly. Dandelion is also a very suitable adjunct to liver cleansing, helping to replenish mineral deficiencies that can be washed out during the cleansing process.
Secondary indications:
- Overall detoxification
By stimulating the liver and its cleansing function, the entire body naturally detoxifies. This makes it useful for skin and joint problems, among other things.
Warnings:
- In case of gallstones, only administer under the supervision of a doctor/therapist
Contraindications:
Do not administer if there is obstruction of the bile ducts, such as a tumor or acute inflammation of the bile ducts. Do not administer if you have heartburn or a stomach ulcer. Avoid if you have allergies.
Interactions:
- Possible interaction with hypoglycemic medication
- Possible interaction with corticosteroids
- May increase lithium toxicity
- Possible interaction with potassium-containing salt preparations
- Possible interaction with hypertensives
- May interact with antiarrhythmics, diuretics and theophylline due to its diuretic effect
