Star Anise

Overview

Carminative and galactagogue

Latin name : Illicium verum

Technical Sheet

Chemotype

Trans-anethole (80-95%)

Plant Part

fruits

Extraction

distillation vapeur

Administration Routes

orale

Max cutaneous dilution : 5%

Therapeutic Properties

• Powerful carminative
• Galactagogue
• Antispasmodic
• Expectorant

Indications

• Bloating
• Breastfeeding
• Colic
• Cough

Recommended Dosage

1 drop on neutral tablet after meals

Contraindications

• Hormone-dependent cancers
• Children
• Epileptics
• Pregnant women

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
• Breastfeeding : ✓ Compatible
• Children : ✗ Not recommended