| Scientific: | Trifolium pretense |
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| Other: | Red clover |
| Family: | Fabaceae |
Respiratory
• traditionally used as a bronchodilator for:
- bronchitis
- asthma
- croup
Dermatologic
• chronic skis conditions
- eczema
- psoriasis
- acne
Reproduction
• hormonal imbalance
- dysmenorrhea
- menopausal hot flashes
- benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Urinary
• incontinence
• Alterative
• Expectorant
• Phytoestrogenic
• Antispasmotic
• Phenolic Glycosides (Trifoliin)
• Isoflavones (Daidzein, Genestein)
• Coumarin
• Tannins
• Tincture (1:5 in 40% EtOH): 2-4 ml tid
• Infusion (herb): 1-3 tsp tid
• Estrogen positive tumours • research suggests it may be safe and even useul in preventing certain cancers but should be used with caution because of the phytoestrogenic properties.
• Pregnancy & lactation • phytoestrogenic effects and thus should be used with caution.
• Hormone therapy • potential for interaction because of phytoestrogenic effects
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