Wednesday, 29 June 2016

Dosage in Herbal Remedies


S/N
    HEBAL PREPARATION
         DOSAGE
NO. OF TIMES  DAILY
1
Aqueous Extract
½ - 1 glass (120 – 340ml)
      2 - 3
2
Infusion
1 Teacup (100ml)
      2 - 3
3
Decoction
1 Teacup (100ml)
      2 - 3
4
Tincture
2½ - 5ml
      2 - 3
5
Powder
¼  - 1 Teaspoon (0.75 – 3.0g)
      2 - 3
6
Capsule
1 – 2 Capsules
      2 - 3
7
Tablets
1 – 2 Tablets (0.25 – 1g)
      2 - 3




    Source: Ihesie, G. Dosage in Herbal Medicine.
The above is extracted from the writing of an experienced herbal practitioner to guide the user of the remedies. The guideline refers to adults from 16 years and above. The dosage may however be graduated by dilution of adult dosage for infants, children and the aged as follows:

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