| Scientific: | Grindelia robusta |
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| Other: | Gum weed |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Synonym: | Grindelia squarrosa |
Respiratory
• asthma with severe dyspnea and associated cardiac cough (i.e. tachycardia, arrhythmias)
• respiratory conditions associated with profuse mucous
- bronchitis
- pneumonia
- croup
- pertussis
Dermatologic
• chronic skin ulcers arising from poor circulation (topical application)
- stasis dermatitis
- leg ulcers
• poison ivy (rinse)
Other
• splenomegaly
• Expectorant
• Cardiac Sedative
• Antispasmodic
• Hypotensive
• Diruretic
• Splenic
• Resin
• Saponins
• Polyphenols
• Alkaloids
• Essential Oils
• Tincture (1:5 in 60% EtOH): 1-2 ml tid
• Infusion (dry herb): 1 tsp tid
Generally considered safe when used as indicated.
Caution: Bradycardia.
High doses: May irritate the gastrointestinal tract and kidneys.
Bradycardia: Decreases heart rate.
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Williamson EM, ed. Major Herbs of Ayurveda. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 2002
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