Mistletoe herb
Visci albi herba
Mistelkraut
Published December 5, 1984
Name of Drug
Visci albi herba, mistletoe herb.
Composition of Drug
Mistletoe herb consists of fresh or dried younger branches with flowers and fruits of Viscum album L. [Fam. Viscaceae], as well as their preparations in effective dosage.
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Uses
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For treating degenerative inflammation of the joints by stimulating cuti-visceral reflexes following local inflammation brought about by intradermal injections.
As palliative therapy for malignant tumors through non-specific stimulation.
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Contraindications
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Protein hypersensitivity, chronic-progressive infections, e.g., tuberculosis.
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Side Effects
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Chills, high fever, headaches, angina, orthostatic circulatory disturbances and allergic reactions.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
- According to directions of the manufacturer.
Mode of Administration
Fresh plant, cut and powdered herb for the preparation of solutions for injections.
Actions
Intracutaneous injections cause local inflammations which can progress to necrosis.
In animal experiments cytostatic, nonspecific immune stimulation.
Note:The blood pressure-lowering effects and the therapeutic effectiveness for mild forms of hypertonia (borderline hypertonia) need further investigation.
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