Chicory

Cichorii herba, chicory herb.  
Cichorii radix, chicory root.  

The dried, above-ground parts and/or roots, collected in autumn, of Cichorium intybus L.  var.   intybus (syn.   C.  intybus L.  var. sylvestre Visiani) [Fam.  Asteraceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.  The herb contains bitter principles, inulin, and pentosans.  

Uses

Loss of appetite, dyspepsia.  

Contraindications

Allergies to chicory and other composites.  In case of gallstones, use only after consultation with a physician.  

Side Effects

In rare cases, allergic skin reactions.  

None known.  

Unless otherwise prescribed:

Average daily dosage:

• 3 g of herb;
• equivalent preparations.  

Cut herb for teas, as well as other bitter-tasting preparations for internal uses.  

Mildly choleretic