Family
- Fabaceae
Constituents
- Tannins
- Flavonoids
- Saponins
- Alkaloids including galegine
Parts used
- Flowers and aerial parts
Properties
- Hypoglycemic
- Diuretic
- Promotes lactation
Side effects
Above 20 g/liter/day, consumption of this plant can lead to:
- risk of hypoglycemia
- interaction with other medications
Contraindications
Some parts of the plant are known to be poisonous. The use of Galega should be done under medical supervision.
Interactions
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Forms of use
- Infusion of flowering aerial parts
- Fluid extract
- Mother tincture