Burdock

Overview

Major skin depurative

Latin name : Arctium lappa

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Racine

Preparation Forms

tisane, teinture mere, extrait sec, gelule, eps

Active Compounds

inuline, polyacetylenes, arctigenine

Therapeutic Properties

• Depurative
• Anti-infectious
• Hypoglycemic
• Sudorific

Indications

• Acne
• Eczema
• Furunculosis
• Dermatoses

Recommended Dosage

2-6 g root as decoction daily

Contraindications

• Allergy to Asteraceae
• Pregnancy

Safety Profile

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