Hops
Lupuli strobulus
Hopfenzapfen
Published December 5, 1984;
Revised March 13, 1990
Name of Drug
Lupuli strobulus, hops strobile, hops.
Composition of Drug
Hops, consisting of the dried strobiles of Humulus lupulus L. [Fam. Moraceae], and their preparations in effective dosage.
The drug contains at least 0.35 percent (v/w) essential oil.
Other ingredients are a- and -bitter acids and 2-methyl-3-butanol.
Mood disturbances such as restlessness and anxiety, sleep disturbances.
Contraindications
None known.
Side Effects
None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
Single dosage of drug:
- 0.5 g.
Mode of Administration
Cut drug, powdered drug or dry extract powder for infusions or decoctions or other preparations. Liquid and solid preparations for internal use.
Note:Combinations with all other sedatives can be beneficial.
Actions
CalmingSleep promoting