Wk 3: Dermatitis Flashcards
Calendula officinalis?
Marigold/ calendula
Centella Asiatica
Gotu Kola
Plantar Lanceolata & Major
Plantain, toadstool, ribwort
Matricaria Recutita
German Chamomile
Calendula officinalis safety?
Generally safe
Asteraceae family allergy
Centella Asiatica Safety?
Toxicity associated w/ internal use: GI upset, contact dermatitis, sedation, headaches
Carcinogenic concerns w/ long term use due to angiogenesis activity
Planatar spp. safety?
Generally safe
High doses have laxative effect
Matricaria Recutitia safety?
Generally safe may cause contact dermatitis in cases of allergy/ sensitivity
Caution: Asteraceae allergy
One of the best remedies for local skin problems: rash, eczema, psoriasis, abrasions
Calendula
Stimulates drainage of enlarged lymph nodes
Calendua
Resins display anti fungal activity
Calendula
Speeds up skin collagen formation + angiogenesis
Centella Asiatica (gotu kola)
↑ antioxidant levels w/ in wound in early stages of tissue repair
Centella Asiatica (gotu kola)
leaves used for wound healing for centuries
Plantar spp.
Comparable w/ 0.25% hydrocortisone for dermatological conditions
German Chamomile
Main actions:
Antimicorbial
Lymphatic
Antiseptic
Anti-inflammatory
Vulnerary
Demulcent/ emoillent
Calendula
Main actions:
Anti-inflammatory
CT builder
Vulnerary
Adaptogen
Nervine tonic
Centella Asiatica
Main Actions:
Antimicrobial
Lymphatic
Anti-inflammatory
Astringent
Anti-hemorrhagic
Emollient
Vulnerary
CT tonic
Anti-pruritic
Plantar spp.
Main actions:
Anti-inflammatory
Vulnerary
Nervine Sedative
Emollient
Anti-microbial
German Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita)
semi solid base of oil & beeswax, fats soften at skin temperature making material available to the skin. Creates a protective barrier
Ointment (salve)
suspensions of oil in water blended together, Often absorbed faster & more moistening for the skin.
Cream/ lotion
Solid herb in some form (mashed/ blended/ cut), placed directly on skin, held in place w/ cloth.
Poultice
mixture of powder in liquid base, keep herbs on surface for a longer period of time, but contents are not well absorbed
Paste
