FWD 2 Commission E: Hempnettle herb

  The Commission E Monographs

Hempnettle herb


Galeopsidis herba
Hohlzahnkraut
Published April 23, 1987

Name of Drug

Galeopsidis herba, hempnettle.  

Composition of Drug

Hempnettle consists of the above-ground parts of Galeopsis segetum Necker (synonym G.  ochroleuca Lamarck) [Fam.  Lamiaceae], gathered at flowering season, as well as their preparations in effective dosage.  

The herb contains tannin and saponins.  

Uses

Mild catarrhs of the respiratory tract.  

Contraindications

None known.  

Side Effects

None known.  

Interactions with Other Drugs

None known.  

Dosage

Unless otherwise prescribed:

Average daily dosage:

  • 6 g of herb;
  • equivalent preparations.  

Mode of Administration

Comminuted herb for teas and other galenical preparations for internal use.