Chelidonii herbae

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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Last updated on: 23.03.2024

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Official preparation of celandineextracts

Definition
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The dried celandine consisting of leaves, flowers and stems.

HMPC: Originally the classification traditional-use was planned. However, due to the risk-benefit ratio, it was advised against due to the side effects on the liver.
ESCOP monograph: Symptomatic treatment of mild cramps in the upper gastrointestinal tract, mild biliary complaints, dyspeptic complaints, flatulence, bloating.
Commission E-monograph: Cramp-like complaints in the biliary tract and gastrointestinal tract.

Empirical medicine: Biliary, antispasmodic preparation, warts (external) due to the cytotoxic, antimicrobial effect

Undesirable effects
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Increase in liver enzyme activities and serum bilirubin

Contraindication
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Allergy to any of the ingredients. History or manifest liver disease, concomitant administration of other preparations toxic to the liver, pregnancy and lactation, children << 12 years.

Literature
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