Caraway

Overview

Carminative and draining

Latin name : Carum carvi

Technical Sheet

Chemotype

Carvone (50-65%), limonene (35-45%)

Plant Part

graines

Extraction

distillation vapeur

Administration Routes

cutanee (diluee), orale

Max cutaneous dilution : 10%

Therapeutic Properties

• Carminative
• Cholagogue
• Mucolytic
• Draining

Indications

• Bloating
• Aerophagia
• Bile insufficiency
• Bronchitis

Recommended Dosage

1-2 drops diluted, 2x/day after meals

Contraindications

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women
• Children < 6 years

Safety Profile

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