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Common name: |
Indian tobacco |
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Family: |
Lobeliaceae |
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Parts used: |
Aerial parts |
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Chemistry: |
alkaloids–piperidine alkaloids-lobeline (0.3–0.4%), isolobeline Chelidonic acid, resin, gum. |
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Main actions: |
Respiratory stimulant / relaxant |
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Other Actions: |
Anti-asthmatic, bronchodilator, anti-spasmodic, stimulating expectorant, emetic, sedative, amphoteric |
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Dosage: |
tincture 2ml TDS 1:8 (MAX 35ml per week) |
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Safety: |
Large doses induce vomiting |