Usnea spp.
(Old man's beard)

Therapeutic Actions:

• Antibiotic
• Bitter
• Inhibits growth of bacteria, Salmonella typhosa
• Inhibits growth of gram-positive organism

Clinical Indications:

• Bronchitis
• Candidiasis
• Cystitis
• Influenza
• Pharyngitis
• Upper respiratory infections

Contraindications:

• None known

Drug/Nutrient Interaction:

• Limited data

Chemical Constituents:

• Limited data

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity

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