David L. Hoffmann BSc Hons MNIMHMany 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
Leptandra virginica
Part Used : Rhizome and root.
Constituents :
Active constituents largely unk
Peumus boldo
Part Used : Dried leaves.
Constituents :
Alkaloids, of th
Taraxacum officinale
Compositae
Habitat: Widely distributed throughout most of the world as a "troublesome weed.
Harpagophytum procumbens
Pedaliaceae
Habitat: Indigenous to Southern and Eastern Africa.
Collection
Indications: This valuable herb may be safely used in all liver problems, especially when they have developed into jaundice. It is a specific for the treatment of gall-bladder inflammation and a valuable part of treating gall-stones.
Menyanthes trifoliata
Menyanthaceae
Names : Buckbean, Marsh Trefoil.
Habitat : Marshy ground in B
This 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
