Senna Leaf Herb Description, Properties, Uses
Senna Leaf (Rosmarini folium)
- Strong laxative (GCE)
Recommended Usage: combine one tea spoon of anti-inflammatory tea mix with _ tea spoon of Senna Leaf per cup of hot steamy water, steep for 5-8 minutes. Drink 2-4-6 cups of tea blend per day until problem is resolved. Do not drink more than 4 days.
Contraindications: Intestinal obstruction, acute intestinal inflammation, e.g., Crohn's disease, colitis ulcerosa, appendicitis, abdominal pain of unknown origin. Children under 12 years of age.
Side effects: cramp-like discomforts of the gastrointestinal tract. These cases require a dosage reduction.
Chronic use or abuse: Disturbance of electrolyte balance, especially potassium deficiency, albuminuria & hematuria.
NOTE: Potassium deficiency can lead to disorders of heart function and muscular weakness.
The abbreviation (GCE) above indicates information from the German Commision E Monographs.
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