Wk 3: Dermatitis Flashcards

1
Q

Calendula officinalis?

A

Marigold/ calendula

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2
Q

Centella Asiatica

A

Gotu Kola

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3
Q

Plantar Lanceolata & Major

A

Plantain, toadstool, ribwort

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4
Q

Matricaria Recutita

A

German Chamomile

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5
Q

Calendula officinalis safety?

A

Generally safe

Asteraceae family allergy

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6
Q

Centella Asiatica Safety?

A

Toxicity associated w/ internal use: GI upset, contact dermatitis, sedation, headaches

Carcinogenic concerns w/ long term use due to angiogenesis activity

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7
Q

Planatar spp. safety?

A

Generally safe
High doses have laxative effect

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8
Q

Matricaria Recutitia safety?

A

Generally safe may cause contact dermatitis in cases of allergy/ sensitivity
Caution: Asteraceae allergy

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9
Q

One of the best remedies for local skin problems: rash, eczema, psoriasis, abrasions

A

Calendula

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10
Q

Stimulates drainage of enlarged lymph nodes

A

Calendua

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11
Q

Resins display anti fungal activity

A

Calendula

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12
Q

Speeds up skin collagen formation + angiogenesis

A

Centella Asiatica (gotu kola)

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13
Q

↑ antioxidant levels w/ in wound in early stages of tissue repair

A

Centella Asiatica (gotu kola)

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14
Q

leaves used for wound healing for centuries

A

Plantar spp.

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15
Q

Comparable w/ 0.25% hydrocortisone for dermatological conditions

A

German Chamomile

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16
Q

Main actions:
Antimicorbial
Lymphatic
Antiseptic
Anti-inflammatory
Vulnerary
Demulcent/ emoillent

A

Calendula

17
Q

Main actions:
Anti-inflammatory
CT builder
Vulnerary
Adaptogen
Nervine tonic

A

Centella Asiatica

18
Q

Main Actions:
Antimicrobial
Lymphatic
Anti-inflammatory
Astringent
Anti-hemorrhagic
Emollient
Vulnerary
CT tonic
Anti-pruritic

A

Plantar spp.

19
Q

Main actions:
Anti-inflammatory
Vulnerary
Nervine Sedative
Emollient
Anti-microbial

A

German Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita)

20
Q

semi solid base of oil & beeswax, fats soften at skin temperature making material available to the skin. Creates a protective barrier

A

Ointment (salve)

21
Q

suspensions of oil in water blended together, Often absorbed faster & more moistening for the skin.

A

Cream/ lotion

22
Q

Solid herb in some form (mashed/ blended/ cut), placed directly on skin, held in place w/ cloth.

A

Poultice

23
Q

mixture of powder in liquid base, keep herbs on surface for a longer period of time, but contents are not well absorbed

A

Paste