Published February 1, 1990.
Name of Drug
Graminis rhizoma, couch grass (Triticum).
Composition of Drug
Couch grass consists of the rhizome, roots and short stems of Agropyron repens (L.) P. de Beauvois [Fam. Poaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.
The drug contains essential oil and saponins.
Uses
Irrigation therapy for inflammatory diseases of the urinary tract and for the prevention of kidney gravel.
Contraindications
None known.
Warning: No irrigation therapy if edema exists due to cardiac or renal insufficiency.
Side Effects
None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
Daily dosage:
- 6 - 9 g of drug;
- equivalent preparations.
Mode of Administration
Comminuted herb decoctions and other galenical preparations for internal use.
Note: For irrigation therapy, observe copious fluid intake.
Action
The essential oil has an antimicrobial activity.
* Source: German Commission E Monographs (Phytotherapy)
- base of phytotherapeutic drug approval by the german health administration -
