Juniper

Overview

Urinary antiseptic

Latin name : Juniperus communis

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Baies

Preparation Forms

tisane, huile essentielle, teinture mere

Active Compounds

terpinen-4-ol, pinene, flavonoides

Therapeutic Properties

• Diuretic
• Antiseptic
• Carminative

Recommended Dosage

1-2g berries as tea 2-3x/day (max 4 weeks)

Contraindications

• Kidney failure
• Pregnancy

Safety Profile

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