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Hops
Lupuli strobulus
Hopfenzapfen
Published December 5, 1984; Revised March 13, 1990
Name of Drug
Lupuli strobulus, hops strobile, hops.
Composition of Drug
Hops, consisting of the dried strobiles of Humulus lupulus L. [Fam.
Moraceae], and their preparations in effective dosage.
The drug contains at least 0.35 percent (v/w) essential oil.
Other ingredients are a- and -bitter acids and 2-methyl-3-butanol.
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Uses
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Mood disturbances such as restlessness and anxiety, sleep disturbances.
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Contraindications
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None known.
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Side Effects
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None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
Single dosage of drug:
Mode of Administration
Cut drug, powdered drug or dry extract powder for infusions or decoctions or other preparations. Liquid and solid preparations for internal use.
Note:Combinations with all other sedatives can be beneficial.
Actions
Calming
Sleep promoting
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