Arnica Flashcards
1
Q
Arnica latin name
A
Arnica montana L
2
Q
Arnica montana
A
Arnica, Leopards bane
3
Q
Arnica Family?
A
Asteraceae
4
Q
Schedule 20 or Restricted?
A
Restricted
5
Q
Internal or External
A
External Use Only
6
Q
Parts Used
A
Flos
7
Q
Max % of Final Product
A
10%
8
Q
Arnica Primary Actions
A
Anti-inflammatory, circulatory, analgesic, haemolytic, anticoagulant
9
Q
Arnica Indications
A
Topically for bruising, sprains, aches & pains
10
Q
Chemical Constituents
A
Sesquiterpene lactones (helenalin, arnifolin, & arnicolides)
11
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Signs of Toxicity
A
GIT Irritations, muscle paralysis, arrhythmia and death. can cause dermatitis, not for prolonged use.
