Gentian

Overview

Bitter digestive tonic

Latin name : Gentiana lutea

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Racine

Preparation Forms

tisane, teinture mere, extrait sec

Active Compounds

gentiopicroside, amarogentine, xanthones

Therapeutic Properties

• Stomachic
• Cholagogue
• Appetite stimulant
• Febrifuge

Indications

• Anorexia
• Slow digestion
• Convalescence
• Fatigue

Recommended Dosage

1-2 g root as decoction, 30 min before meals

Contraindications

• Gastric ulcer
• Hypertension
• Pregnancy

Safety Profile

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