Compositae Expectorant Hairy gumweed

Compositae Expectorant Hairy gumweed
Family:Compositae Expectorant; Homeopathy; Sedative; Skin.
Common name:Hairy gumweed
The dried leaves and flowering tops are antiasthmatic expectorant and sedative. The principal use of this herb is in the treatment of bronchial catarrh especially when there is an asthmatic tendency. The active principle is excreted from the kidneys and this sometimes produces signs of renal irritation.The plant has been used in the treatment of itching skin eruptions caused by contact with poison oak (Rhus spp.).A homeopathic remedy is prepared from the leaves and flowering stems.

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