Family

• Asteraceae 

Constituents

• Flavonoids (silymarin, silybin)
• Phytosterols

Parts used

• Fruits (in the form of dry extract)

Properties

• Hepatoprotective (mainly due to silymarin)
• Liver drainer
• Cholagogue

Indications

• Liver failure
• Hepatitis
• Cirrhosis
• Alcoholism
• Gallstones
• Dyspepsia
• Slow digestion

Side effects

Risk of vomiting if consumed in high dosage.

Contraindications

Pregnancy (especially if consumed in high dosage, as there is a risk of vomiting).

Interactions

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Forms of use

• Capsules
• Infusion
• Decoction
• Tincture
  • It should be noted that alcoholic tinctures are not indicated in case of liver problems.