Chondrus. Chondrus
Description
This section is from the book "Practical Materia Medica And Prescription Writing", by Oscar W. Bethea. Also available from Amazon: Practical Materia Medica and Prescription Writing.
Chondrus. Chondrus
Latin, Chondrus
Eng., Chondrus. Synonyms, Irish Moss, Carrageen. The dried plant of Chondrus crispus or of Gigartina mamillosa.
Average Dose
In decoction, 4 drachms (15 Gm.).
Therapeutic Action
Uses
Seldom employed. Recommended for diarrhea, dysentery, inflammations of the genito-urinary tract and some skin diseases.
Administration
May be employed in the form of a mucilage.
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