Herbs and plantsFigwort — the herb once thought to treat scrofula and skin problems?
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Figwort is used for inflammation, pain, and problems affecting the skin, joints, and mucous membranes.
- Its listed uses also include digestive, respiratory, liver, and urinary problems, as well as, traditionally, constipation and a weak heart.
- It can be taken as an infusion or an alcoholic extract, and used externally as a gargle or rinse, compress, rub, or douche.
What the authors write
Henryk Różański
Figwort is said to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antirheumatic, and pain-relieving effects.
„A typical anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antirheumatic, pain-relieving remedy. In vitro, it shows anticancer activity (the author’s own research). It also stimulates bile flow, relieves spasms, and protects liver tissue. It contains powerful antioxidants and free-radical scavengers.”Typowy środek przeciwzapalny, antyseptyczny, przeciwreumatyczny, przeciwbólowy.In vitro wykazuje działanie przeciwnowotworowe (badania własne). Działa również żółciopędnie, rozkurczowo i ochronnie na miąższ wątroby. Zawiera silne antyoksydanty i wymiatacze wolnych rodników.
Henryk Różański
Traditionally, it is used for skin conditions, wounds that are slow to heal, burns, pressure sores, and ulcers.
„Traditional medicinal uses: erysipelas, rose, rheumatic diseases, atopic dermatitis, eczema, wounds that are slow to heal, inflammation of the skin and tissues beneath it, psoriasis, thermal and sunburns, chafing, pressure sores, ulcers on the skin and mucous membranes, bruises, injuries, trauma-related bruising, reduced urination, constipation, a weak heart, and inflammation of the genital organs, mouth, and throat.”Zastosowanie lecznicze tradycyjne: różyca, róża, choroby reumatyczne, atopowe zapalenie skóry, wypryski, trudno gojące się rany, stany zapalne skóry i tkanek podskórnych, łuszczyca, oparzenia termiczne i słoneczne, odparzenia, odleżyny, owrzodzenia skórne i na błonach śluzowych, stłuczenia, kontuzje, sińce po urazach, skąpomocz, zaparcia, osłabienie serca, stany zapalne narządów płciowych, jamy ustnej i gardła.
Henryk Różański
Listed uses include inflammation of the skin, bones, joints, and mucous membranes; pain; infectious diseases; respiratory catarrh; and metabolic disorders.
„Uses: inflammation of the skin, bones, joints, and mucous membranes; pain; infectious diseases; respiratory catarrh; metabolic disorders; inflammation of the liver, pancreas, stomach, and intestines; muscle and joint pain; injuries, bruises, and dislocations.”Wskazania: stany zapalne skóry, kości, stawów i błon śluzowych, bóle, choroby zakaźne. Nieżyty układu oddechowego. Zaburzenia przemiany materii. Stany zapalne wątroby, trzustki, żołądka i jelit. Bóle mięśni i stawów. Kontuzje, stłuczenia, zwichnięcia.
Henryk Różański
Listed uses also include inflammation of the liver, pancreas, stomach, and intestines; muscle and joint pain; and injuries, bruises, and dislocations.
„Inflammation of the liver, pancreas, stomach, and intestines. Muscle and joint pain. Injuries, bruises, dislocations. Eye inflammation (compresses, drinking the infusion). Autoimmune diseases. Inflammation of the uterine appendages. Breast inflammation (compresses and taking the infusion).”Stany zapalne wątroby, trzustki, żołądka i jelit. Bóle mięśni i stawów. Kontuzje, stłuczenia, zwichnięcia. Stany zapalne oczu (okłady, picie naparu). Choroby autoimmunologiczne. Zapaleni przydatków. Stany zapalne piersi (okłady + przyjmowanie naparu).
Henryk Różański
Figwort is also listed as a remedy for eye inflammation, autoimmune diseases, inflammation of the uterine appendages, and breast inflammation.
„Eye inflammation (compresses, drinking the infusion). Autoimmune diseases. Inflammation of the uterine appendages. Breast inflammation (compresses and taking the infusion).
How to use: take the infusion or alcoholic extract by mouth; use externally as a gargle or rinse, compress, enema, or douche.
Figwort infusion – Infusum Scrophulariae: Pour 1–2 tablespoons of the herb into 1 cup of boiling water, cover, leave for 30 minutes, then strain.”Stany zapalne oczu (okłady, picie naparu). Choroby autoimmunologiczne. Zapaleni przydatków. Stany zapalne piersi (okłady + przyjmowanie naparu).
Sposób użycia: doustnie napar, intrakt; zewnętrznie: płukanki, okłady, lewatywy, irygacje.
Napar trędownikowy – Infusum Scrophulariae: 1-2 łyżki ziela zalać 1 szklanką wrzącej wody, przykryć, odstawić na 30 minut, przecedzić.
Henryk Różański
The infusion or alcoholic extract is taken by mouth; externally, it is used as a gargle or rinse, compress, enema, or douche.
„How to use: take the infusion or alcoholic extract by mouth; use externally as a gargle or rinse, compress, enema, or douche.
Figwort infusion – Infusum Scrophulariae: Pour 1–2 tablespoons of the herb into 1 cup of boiling water, cover, leave for 30 minutes, then strain. Drink 200 ml 2–3 times a day for 14 days. For chronic conditions, take a maintenance dose of 200 ml a day for 3 months.”Sposób użycia: doustnie napar, intrakt; zewnętrznie: płukanki, okłady, lewatywy, irygacje.
Napar trędownikowy – Infusum Scrophulariae: 1-2 łyżki ziela zalać 1 szklanką wrzącej wody, przykryć, odstawić na 30 minut, przecedzić. Pić 2-3 razy dziennie po 200 ml przez 14 dni, w chorobach przewlekłych stosować dawkę podtrzymującą 200 ml dziennie przez 3 miesiące.
Research from PubMed · Europe PMC
We selected 1 studies with the best, positive results. This is a selection, not a full review of all research.
Total number of studies on this topic in PubMed: 2.
A preparation containing figwort, used together with moisturizing eye drops, improved symptoms of dry eye in postmenopausal women, but the study does not allow the effect to be attributed to figwort alone.
Aim of the study: To objectively evaluate the therapeutic effect and safety of Runmushu Oral Liquid (RMS) for the treatment of xerophthalmia in postmenopausal women.
Results: After 1 month of treatment, the total effective rate was 86.1% (62/72) in the treated group and 66.7% (48/72) in the control group, showing a significant difference between them (P < 0.01). Significant differences between groups were also found in improvements in total scores for subjective symptoms (P < 0.01) and in tear film break-up time (BUT) and Schirmer I test scores; these measures were better in the treated group (P < 0.01). However, the improvement in corneal fluorescein staining scores did not differ significantly between groups (P > 0.05). RMS with artificial tears can ease eye symptoms, prolong BUT, and promote tear secretion in the treatment of postmenopausal women with xerophthalmia. It showed a better therapeutic effect than artificial tears alone.
Money for the studynot stated
Do the authors have ties to companies?not stated
Did a manufacturer help with the study?unknown
Type of studyclinical study in people
Participants72
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