Asparagus herb

Asparagi herba, asparagus herb.  

Asparagus herb consists of the above-ground parts of Asparagus officinalis L.  [Fam.  Liliaceae], as well as preparations thereof.  

Preparations of asparagus herb are used as a diuretic.  The effectiveness for the claimed applications has not been sufficiently documented.  

In rare cases, allergic skin reactions may occur.  

Since the efficacy has not been sufficiently documented, a therapeutic application cannot be recommended.  

Animal experiments are available that indicate a slight diuretic action.