Stem plant
Cupressaceae, juniper.
Medicinal drug
Juniperi pseudo-fructus (Juniperi galbulus) – juniper berries: Juniper berries consist of the dried, ripe berry cones of L. (PhEur). PhEur requires a minimum essential oil content. Juniperi lignum – Juniper wood.
Preparations
- Juniperi extractum ethanolicum liquidum
- Juniperi spiritus PH – Juniper spirit
- Species diureticae PH
- Kidney and bladder teas
- Kidney and bladder lozenges
Ingredients
- Essential oil: juniper oil PhEur (Juniperi aetheroleum).
- Flavanoids
- Tannins
Effects
- Flatulent
- Appetizing
- Diuretic
Fields of application
- Dyspeptic complaints
- Irrigation therapy for urinary tract infections.
- Externally as a rub
- As a seasoning; marinades for meat, game and sauerkraut.
Dosage
- Nudge fruits
- As an infusion, 2 g to a maximum of 10 g of berries.
Contraindications
Pregnancy, inflammatory kidney disease, prolonged use.
Adverse effects
Diuretic effect comes from irritation of kidneys, kidney irritation, gastrointestinal disorders, especially with prolonged use.
