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Agrimony

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: Common agrimony
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Agrimonia eupatoria

Description: Agrimony is native to Europe, Asia and Africa. It is from rosaceae family. Agrimony contains tannin which gives astringent (drying) properties.

Oral Uses

  • Bed-wetting RatingRating

    Agrimony is a diuretic; may reduce bed-wetting. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Cholecystitis RatingRating

    Agrimony protects the liver; reduces inflammation. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Crohn's disease RatingRating

    Agrimony is an astringent; contains tannin; alleviates diarrhea. Take 3 g of agrimony daily, in divided doses, when you have diarrhea.

  • Diabetes type II RatingRating

    Agrimony stimulates insulin secretion; reduces blood sugar. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Diarrhea RatingRating

    Agrimony is an astringent; contains tannin; alleviates diarrhea. Take 3 g of agrimony daily, in divided doses, when you have diarrhea.

  • Gallstones RatingRating

    Agrimony protects the liver; alleviates symptoms. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • General gallbladder conditions RatingRating

    Agrimony protects the liver; alleviates symptoms. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Astringent RatingRatingRating

    Agrimony is an astringent; reduces secretions. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    Agrimony is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antiasthmatic RatingRating

    Agrimony is an antiasthmatic; alleviates asthma symptoms. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antidiarrheic RatingRating

    Agrimony is an antidiarrheic; alleviates diarrhea. Take 3 g of agrimony daily, in divided doses, when you have diarrhea.

  • Action - Antiviral RatingRating

    Agrimony is an antiviral; fights virus. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Appetite enhancer RatingRating

    Agrimony is an appetite enhancer; stimulates appetite. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Deobstruent RatingRating

    Agrimony is a deobstruent; removes obstructions. Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Topical Uses

  • Acne RatingRating

    Agrimony is an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic; reduces infection and inflammation accelerates healing. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Canker sores RatingRating

    Agrimony is an astringent; alleviates pain; accelerates healing. Use an agrimony containing mouthwash 3-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Cough RatingRating

    Agrimony is an astringent and antiseptic; reduces infection, inflammation and pain. Use agrimony tea as a gargle many times daily, for many weeks.

  • General skin inflammation RatingRating

    Agrimony is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Gingivitis RatingRating

    Agrimony is an astringent and antiseptic; prevents infection; accelerates healing. Use an agrimony containing mouthwash 3-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Gout RatingRating

    Agrimony is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation; alleviates pain. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Insect bites RatingRating

    Agrimony is an anti-inflammatory; it has a soothing action; accelerates healing. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    Agrimony is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antiseptic RatingRating

    Agrimony is an antiseptic; prevents infection. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Astringent RatingRating

    Agrimony is an astringent; reduces secretions. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation or use an agrimony containing mouthwash daily, for many weeks, as suggested non the label.

  • Action - Vulnerary RatingRating

    Agrimony is a vulnerary; soothes and heals damaged tissue. Apply agrimony containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Take 3 g of dried agrimony daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage.
Side effects: May produce photodermatitis.
Do not use it during pregnancy, if you have constipation and autoimmune disorders (like lupus, myasthenia gravis). Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner if you have kidney, liver and cardiac conditions.
High doses and used longtime may create diarrhea, nausea hypotension, hypoglycemia and slow heartbeat.

Available Forms

Agrimony is available in tablet, capsule, tincture, tea and bulk forms.

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