Artemisia cina vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Artemisia cina

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Artemisia cina

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Central Asian Artemisia; classic source of santonin used for roundworm treatment.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

santonin, artemisin, artemitene, absinthol

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

intestinal roundworms, digestive disorders

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

anthelmintic, antiparasitic

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Pharmaceutical santonin preparations only

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, children unrestricted use, large doses

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

xanthopsia, nausea, convulsions in overdose

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E