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Herba Leonuri
uri is also contraindicated in individuals with arterial hypotension and
bradycardia (56). If signs of hypersensitivity reactions appear, Herba
Leonuri must not be used again (45).
Precautions
General
No information was found.
Drug interactions
Herba Leonuri strengthens the hypnotic effects of central nervous system
depressants, and shows antagonism in relation to analeptic stimulants (21).
Carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, impairment of fertility
No information was found.
Pregnancy
See Contraindications.
Nursing mothers
The use of the plant during breastfeeding should be avoided (53).
Paediatric use
No information was found.
Dosage forms
Comminuted herb for infusions and other Galenical preparations for internal
use.
Posology
(Unless otherwise indicated)
The average daily dosage is 2–4.5 g of dried herb or equivalent preparations
(28).
For internal use. Infusion (2–4.5 g of dried herb in 150 ml boiled water for
10–15 minutes), one tablespoonful three times daily between meals (21).
Tincture (1:5 in 45% ethanol) 2–6 ml, three times daily (57). Fluidextract
(1:1 in 25% ethanol) 2–6 ml, three times daily (58).
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