Carum carvi
by Timothy F. Allen — The Encyclopedia of Pure Materia Medica
Historical reference for practitioners and students. The statements below reflect the named author’s homeopathic teaching and do not establish treatment effectiveness. This text is not medical advice and must not replace appropriate diagnosis or care.
Carum carui, L.
Natural order , Umbelliferæ.
Common name , Caraway.
Preparation , Preparations from the dried fruit.
Authority.
C. G. Mitscherlich, Pharm. Journ., vol. ix, 1849, p. 233, effects of large doses of caraway volatile oil.
- Diarrhœa.
- Increased secretion of urine.
- Excite the vascular system and the respiratory organs.