David L. Hoffmann BSc Hons MNIMHThis condition is characterized by severe pain that becomes localized in the upper right quadrant, radiating to right lower scapula. Nausea &vomiting are common. Murphy's sign is found. Cholecystitis responds well to herbal treatment given time,
Euonymus atropurpureus
Part Used: Root bark.
Constituents:
Cardenolides based on digitoxigenin
Cassia angustifolia & Cassia senna
Part Used: Dried fruit pods, and leaves.
Constituents:
Anth
Cholagogue ;This is an action that has the specific effect of stimul
Iris versicolor
Iridaceae
Names :
Habitat : Eastern and Central North America, growing
Calendula officinalis
Compositae
Names: Marigold, Marybud, Gold-bloom, Caltha officinalis.
Ha
Verbena officinalis
Part Used: Aerial parts.
Constituents:
Iridoids, verbenin, verbenalin and b
Collinsonia canadensisLabiataeHabitat: Canada. Collection: Roots and rhizome are unearthed in the autum
Many factors appear to influence the development of gallstones, from sex to racial group, but fundamental causes are not understood. Diet contributes to the major type of stone in that they are made primarily of cholesterol.
Berberis vulgaris
Part Used : Bark of root or stem
Constituents :
Alkaloids
