Condurango cortex
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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Condurango cortex, also known as condurango bark, is a herbal medicine used internally as a bitter remedy for loss of appetite and indigestion. The bark of twigs and younger stems is used medicinally. The drug has been positively monographed by Commission E.
IngredientsThis section has been translated automatically.
Condurango cortex contains 1 to 3 % bitter substances, of which at least 1,8 % are condurangine, caffeic acid derivatives and coumarin derivatives. The drug should have a bitter value between 600 and 800.
EffectsThis section has been translated automatically.
Condurango cortex stimulates the secretion of gastric juice and saliva and also has an appetite-stimulating effect. An antitumour activity of the doge has been reported.
Field of application/useThis section has been translated automatically.
Condurango bark is used for loss of appetite and dyspeptic complaints.
DosageThis section has been translated automatically.
The usual daily dose of the drug is 2 to 4 g; aqueous extract 0.2 to 0.5 g, extract 0.2 to 0.5 g, tincture 2 to 5 g, fluid extract 2 - 4 g.
The crushed drug is used in the form of infusions or other preparations for ingestion.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Steinegger E et al (1977) Condurango determination in condurango cortex and its preparations. Pharm Acta Helv 52(6-7):139-142.
- Hayashi K et al (1980) Antitumor active glycosides from Condurango Cortex. Chem Pharm Bull (Tokyo) 28:1954-1958.