Parsley: Medicinal Uses

Stem plant

Apiaceae, parsley.

Medicinal drug

Petroselini fructus – parsley fruit.

Ingredients

  • Essential oil: apiol, myristicin
  • Flavonoids
  • Furanocoumarins

Effects

  • Diuretic
  • Uterus stimulating, abortive
  • Antispasmodic

Fields of application

  • As a diuretic
  • As a spice

Dosage

Due to the potential risks, use is not recommended. Commission E evaluates the application negatively.

Contraindications

Pregnancy, renal inflammation

Adverse effects

Numerous adverse effects, especially at higher doses: abortive, arrhythmia, renal damage, and others.