Features & Benefits
- Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a bitter digestive tonic
- Traditionally used to help expel intestinal parasites such as pinworms and roundworms
- Supports digestive function and gastrointestinal wellness
Summary
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) has a long history of traditional use in Herbal Medicine as a bitter herb that supports digestion and gastrointestinal function.
This tincture is made from certified organic wormwood tops and is traditionally used to help expel intestinal parasites such as pinworms and roundworms. Its naturally bitter compounds have also traditionally been used to stimulate digestive secretions and support digestive comfort.
Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients (Each 1 mL contains):
Certified Organic Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium, tops) — 200 mg Quantity Crude Equivalent (1:5)
Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Distilled water, certified organic alcohol.
Suggested Use
Children (2–4 years): Take 0.1–0.2 mL (2–5 drops) 3–4 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach.
Children (5–9 years): Take 0.1–0.3 mL (4–10 drops) 3–4 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach.
Adolescents (10–14 years): Take 0.3–0.6 mL (8–20 drops) 3–4 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach.
Adults and Adolescents (15 years and over): Take 0.5–1.3 mL (15–40 drops) 3–4 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach.
Cautions & Warnings
Consult a health-care practitioner before use if you have stomach hyperacidity, obstruction of the bile duct, or cholangitis.
Consult a health-care practitioner before use with other medications, as there may be an adverse interaction.
Consult a health-care practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist.
Contraindications: Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; if you have a seizure disorder (e.g. epilepsy); if you have a gastric or duodenal ulcer; or if you are allergic to plants of the Asteraceae/Compositae/Daisy family.
Known Adverse Reactions: Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy) is known to occur, in which case discontinue use.
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