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QUININE (CINCHONA
SP.)
Main Actions (in order):
antimalarial, bitter digestive aid, antiparasitic,
antispasmodic, febrifuge (reduces fever)
Main Uses:
- for malaria
- as a bitter digestive
aid to stimulate digestive juices
- for nocturnal leg cramps
- for intestinal parasites
and protozoa
- for arrhythmia and other
heart conditions
Properties/Actions
Documented by Research:
anti-arrhythmic, antimalarial, antiparasitic, antiprotozoal,
antispasmodic, bitter digestive aid, cardiotonic (tones,
balances, strengthens the heart)
Other Properties/Actions
Documented by Traditional Use:
amebicide, analgesic (pain-reliever), antibacterial,
antifungal, antiseptic, astringent, digestive stimulant,
febrifuge (reduces fever), insecticide, nervine (balances/calms
nerves), neurasthenic (reduces nerve pain)
Cautions:
It contains quinine alkaloids that are toxic in large doses.
Do not exceed recommended dosages. See other
contraindications in main plant section. |
