Hepatics

Question 1

Hepatics

Answer 1

agents that effect the liver

Question 2

Cholegogue

Answer 2

Stimulates bile secretion from the gallbladder

Question 3

Choleretic

Answer 3

stimulates the production of bile in the liver

Question 4

Hepatoprotective

Answer 4

protects the liver cells from damage

Question 5

Cynara scolymus

Artichoke

Answer 5

Family: Asteraceae

Part Used: Leaf

Constituents: Cynarin, sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids, taraxisterol

Question 6

Cynara scolymus
(Artichoke)

Actions

Answer 6

choleretic, hepatoprotective, bitter, reduces cholesterol production, increases cholesterol excretion in bile, decreases blood fats and fatty degeneration of the liver, diuretic, depurative

Question 7

Cynara scolymus
(Artichoke)

Indications and CIs

Answer 7

Indications: sluggish liver, gallstones, hyperlipidemia, dyspepsia, kidney disease

Contraindications: bile duct obstruction