Orthosiphon, also called "Java Tea", is a herbaceous shrub of the labiatae family, whose origin dates back to northern Oceania and southeast Asia. Its flowers stand out, of a bluish white color, whose filamentous stamens resemble the whiskers of a cat. It contains, among other substances, mineral salts (mainly potassium), flavonoids (such as sinensetin), flavonic heterosides, caffeic acid and diterpenes.
Properties
Traditionally, orthosiphon has been used as a diuretic and slightly spasmolytic (causes an increase in the reduction of water, as well as sodium chloride and urea), in inflammatory urinary disorders, to perform urinary tract lavage therapies and as an adjuvant. in mild urinary bacterial infections (inhibiting the growth of different microorganisms).
Main indications
Diuretic.
Urinary lavage therapies.
Urinary infections.
How to use
Take 1-2 capsules a day
Precautions
Its use is not recommended in case of renal or cardiac insufficiency. Pregnancy and lactation: They have not been described.
