Pimpinella anisum
(Anise)

Therapeutic Actions:

• Carminative
• Expectorant - increases mucociliary transport
• Mild estrogenic effects

Clinical Indications:

• Bronchitis
• Cough
• Flatulence
• Indigestion

Contraindications:

• Some individuals may exhibit allergic hypersensitivity

Drug/Nutrient Interaction:

• Limited data

Chemical Constituents:

• Calcium
• Carbohydrates
• Coumarins:
  
  Bergapten
  Unbelliferone
  Scopoletin
• Fatty acids
• Flavonoid glycosides:
  
  Rutin
  Isovitexin
  Quercetin glycoside
  Luteolin glycoside
  Apigenin glycoside
• Fixed oil
• Iron
• Lipids
• Protein
• Sterols
• Volatile oil

Toxicity:

• Symptoms include:
  
  Mild liver lesions
  Nausea
  Pulmonary edema
  Seizures
  Skin irritation
  Vomiting

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