Some wild occurrences of arnica exist in Spain, some Balkan countries and northern Europe, but the plant has been cultivated more and more since it has been possible to develop an arnica variety for field cultivation (variety “Arbo”). As a result, the cultivation of Arnica chamissonis Less. as a substitute in eastern Germany became obsolete. … Arnica (Arnica)
The approved and clinically proven application of arnica is the external treatment of the consequences of injuries and accidents. These may include bruises, contusions, sprains, contusions, burns (including sunburns) or rheumatic muscle and joint complaints. The use of arnica is also useful for diaper dermatitis (local skin irritation, especially where the diaper fits on babies). … Arnica: Applications and Uses
The drug can be used whole or cut, as a powder for infusions or in the form of liquid or semisolid means for external (!) Application. The tincture prepared from one part arnica flowers and ten parts 70 percent ethanol is best for this purpose, with about 92 percent of the sesquiterpene lactones passing into … Arnica: Dosage
Sesquiterpene lactones can cause a change in their activity by binding to proteins. Due to these and other properties, these arnica ingredients may have antibacterial, mutagenic, and anti-inflammatory effects. For example, animal experiments have shown that helenalin inhibits the activity of neutrophils (certain types of white blood cells, phagocytes) and other inflammatory mediators. In addition … Arnica: Effect and Side Effects
