Cinnamon bark, Chinese
Cinnamomi cassiae cortex
Chinesischer Zimt
Published February 1, 1990
Name of Drug
Cinnamomi cassiae cortex, Chinese cinnamon.
Composition of Drug
Chinese cinnamon consists of the dried branch bark and occasionally stem bark, separated from the cork, of Cinnamomum aromaticum Nees (syn. C. cassia Blume) [Fam. Lauraceae], as well as preparations thereof in effective dosage.
The bark contains essential oil.
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Uses
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Loss of appetite, dyspeptic complaints such as mild spasms of the gastrointestinal tract, bloating, flatulence.
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Contraindications
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Allergy to cinnamon or Peruvian balsam.
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Side Effects
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Frequently, allergic reaction of the skin and mucosa.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
Daily dosage:
- 2 - 4 g of bark;
- 0.05 - 0.2 g of essential oil;
- equivalent preparations.
Mode of Administration
Cut or ground bark for teas, essential oil, as well as other galenical preparations for internal use.
Actions
Antibacterial
Fungistatic
Promotes motility
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