Nettle P.E. Herbal Extract Рус: Крапива Lat: Urtica dioica L. Part used: Leaf Specifications: Dry extract, silicic acid content no less than 1,5% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Description: A fine, dark greenish or greyish-brown powder with a characteristic odour and taste, derived from the ground, dried leaves and herbage of the perennial plant Urtica dioica L., Urticaceae famiy, using the aqueous-alcoholic extraction method followed by concentration and drying on a vacuum-spray drier. Finished product standardization is based on silicic acid content, which should be no less than 1,5%. Active components: The main active components are silicic acid, flavonoids (isoquercetine, rutin), bitters, vitamin К, coumarins, pantothenic acid, carotenoids, vitamin С, chlorophyll sitosterol, histamine, violaxanthin, tanning agents, proteins, microelements. Effects: Promotes basal metabolism; anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, wound healing and hypoglycemic properties; increases granulation and epithelization of injured tissue; increases blood coagulability. Pharmaceutics Used in wound healing and haemostatic preparations, preparations for the treatment and prevention of acne, furunculosis, etc. Biologically Active Supplements Used as a component of biologically active additives for diseases of the liver, low blood coagulability, anaemia, rheumatism, pancreatic diabetes, acute gastritis, enterocolitis, internal hemorrhaging, some diseases of the ureter, nephrolithiasis, prostatitis. Food Industry Colourings, confectionery. Cosmetology Strengthens and stimulates hair growth; used in shampoo, hair balms and masks, preparations for the prevention of dandruff and alopecia; in cases of early greying; protects hair against UV-rays and gives it elasticity. A component of lotions, creams and masks for oily skin and dry, ageing and loose skin; used in preparations for sunburn; for skin softening in cases of blistered and cracked feet; wart removal preparations; in cases of furunculosis, acne, etc. INCI: urtica dioica. Veterinary Medicine Used for the treatmant of anaemia, gall-bladder inflammation, bronchitis, hair loss. For more information please contact us