Walnut leaf

Juglandis folium, walnut leaf.  

Walnut leaf consists of the dried leaf of Juglans regia L.  [Fam.  Juglandaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.  

The drug contains tannins.  

Uses

External:

• Mild, superficial inflammations of the skin; excessive perspiration, e.g., of the hands and feet.  

Contraindications

None known.  

Side Effects

None known.  

None known.  

Unless otherwise prescribed:

For compresses and partial baths:

• 2 - 3 g herb per 100 ml water;
• equivalent preparations.  

Comminuted drug for decoctions and other galenical preparations for external use.  

Astringent