Gentianae radix
Overview
This is a summary of the scientific conclusions reached by the Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC) on the medicinal uses of gentian root. The HMPC conclusions are taken into account by EU Member States when evaluating applications for the licensing of herbal medicines containing gentian root.
This summary is not intended to provide practical advice on how to use medicines containing gentian root. For practical information about using gentian root medicines, patients should read the package leaflet that comes with the medicine or contact their doctor or pharmacist.
Key facts
Latin name | Gentianae radix |
English common name | Gentian Root |
Botanical name | Gentiana lutea L. |
Therapeutic area |
Gastrointestinal disorders
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Status |
F: Assessment finalised
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Date added to the inventory |
07/09/2007
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Date added to priority list |
07/09/2007
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Outcome of European assessment |
European Union herbal monograph
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