Arnica Extract
Botanical Source:Arnica montana L
Specification: 10:1
Appearance: Fine brownish yellow powder
Scientific names: Arnica montana L.
Common names: Arnica flos, Leopard's bane, mountain snuff, mountain tobacco, sneezewort
In addition, other related species have been used medicinally including Arnica sororiaGreene, Arnica fulgens Pursh., Arnica cordifolia Hook., Arnica chamissonis subsp. foliosa (Nutt.) Maguire. Family: Asteraceae (daisies)
What is it used for?
Arnica and its extracts have been widely used in folk and homeopathic medicine as a treatment for acne, boils, bruises, rashes, sprains, pains, and other wounds. Overall, there does not appear to be sufficient evidence to support the use of arnica as an anti-inflammatory or analgesic agent, or to prevent bruising; however, heterogeneity of doses and delivery forms (as well as indications) in available clinical studies makes generalizations difficult.
Traditional/Ethnobotanical uses
Internal and external preparations made from the flowering heads of arnica have been used medicinally for hundreds of years. Arnica was used extensively in European folk medicine and alcoholic tinctures were produced by early North American settlers to treat sore throats, as a febrifuge, and to improve circulation. Homeopathic uses included the treatment of surgical or accidental trauma, as an analgesic, and in the treatment of postoperative thrombophlebitis and pulmonary emboli. It has been used externally for acne, bruises, sprains and muscle aches. In addition, it has been used as a general topical counterirritant and a CNS stimulant, as well as an antibacterial for abrasions and gunshot wounds. Arnica is also an ingredient in hair tonics, dandruff treatments, perfumes, and cosmetics.
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