Common Name |
Eyebright |
Latin Name |
Euphrasia officinalis |
Family |
Scrophulariaceae |
Part Used |
Dried arial parts |
Gathering Time |
Summer (when in bloom) |
Constituents |
Aucubin, resins, volatile oil |
Actions |
Anti-inflammatory, astringent,
anti-catarrhal |
Common Uses |
Used for itchy, watery irritated eyes.
Useful to relieve hay fever or other
allergic reation involving eye irritation. |
Contraindications |
Unknown |
Possible Drug Interactions |
Eyebright may interfere with the
absorption of iron salts. Separate dosages
by at least 2 hours. |
Overdose Symptoms |
Unknown |
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