Figwort

Clinical Notes. Traditionally known as scrofula plant for lymphatic swellings Root often used topically, aerial parts internally Shares harpagoside with Devil's Claw Avoid seeds due to potential toxicity Clinical use for chronic inflammation, skin conditions, lymphatic support

Therapy. The agent is administered in that class of cases, with the indications named, where a pure blood alterative is demanded. Its influence is perhaps more general than that of some of the better known remedies, but demands more time In the accomplishment of its results.

Action, Medical Uses, and Dosage. This is an excellent alterative, prepared according to Prof. Scudder's formula. He believed that water extracted more of the alterative properties of mandrake than alcohol. It has been employed with advantage in scrofula, syphilis, cutaneous diseases, hepatic affections, in glandular affections where there is a tendency to hypertrophy and suppuration, and in other cases where an alterative is required. The dose is from 1 fluid drachm to ½ fluid ounce, 3 or 4 times a day (J. King).

primary-actions. Figwort acts primarily as: Alterative, Lymphagogue, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Laxative. Secondary actions include Analgesic, Vulnerary, Hepatic stimulant, Circulatory stimulant.