Published March 13, 1986.
Name of Drug
Calendulae flos, calendula flower.
Composition of Drug
Calendula flower consists of the dried flower heads or the dried ligulate flowers (ray florets) of Calendula officinalis L. [Fam. Asteraceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.
The drug contains triterpene glycosides and aglycones, as well as carotenoids and essential oils.
Uses
Internal and topical use:
- Inflammation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa.
External:
- Poorly healing wounds.
- Ulcus cruris.
Contraindications
None known.
Side Effects
None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
- 1 - 2 g per cup of water (150 ml) or
- 1 - 2 teaspoons (2 - 4 ml) tincture per ¼ - ½ l water, or prepared in ointments equivalent to 2 - 5 g crude drug in 100 g ointment.
Mode of Administration
Powdered herb for infusions and other galenical preparations for local application.
Actions
Promotes wound healing.
Antiinflammatory and granulatory action in topical application have been described.
* Source: German Commission E Monographs (Phytotherapy)
- base of phytotherapeutic drug approval by the german health administration -
