Description Source
Dictionary of Practical Materia Medica - J.H. ClarkeAdditional facts
Rhamnus Purshiana. California. N. O. Rhamnaceae. Extract of bark.
Nosology
Constipation. Rheumatism.
Typical features
I mention this well-known purgative because it has been found empirically curative in cases of subacute and chronic rheumatism with constipation. Pathogenetic effects on patients taking it for constipation have been recorded: Vomiting, severe griping, haemorrhage; in one case temporary insanity (from a home-made decoction of the bark). In two cases choleraic symptoms were produced. Only material doses have been used.
Analogs by action
- 23% — Tannicum acidum
- 18% — Angophora lanceolata
- 18% — Joanesia asoca
- 17% 1€ Cuphea viscosissima
- Show all