Dorema ammoniacum D. Don.

Primary Characteristics

Primary Characteristics

Dorema ammoniacum D. Don. is aslo known as Dorema aureum Stocks., belongs to Apiaceae, Umbelliferae, family.
The Arabic Name for this herb is Samagh-Nashadri.
The English Names for this herb are Ammoniacum, Gum Ammoniac.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Ushag, Ushaq.

Pharmacological Actions

Gum Resin:

  • Anthelmintic
  • Anti-convulsant
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Anti-phlegmatic
  • Anti-spasmodic
  • Aperient
  • Diaphoretic
  • Diuretic
  • Emmenagogue
  • Expectorant
  • Mild Irritant
  • Resolvent
  • Stimulant


    • Indications

    The Indications of Gum Resin of Dorema ammoniacum D. Don. are Paralysis, Gout, Dyspnoea, Chronic Cough, Ringworm, Diphtheria, Piles, Epilepsy, Spasmodic Affections, Rheumatism, Facial Paralysis, Chronic Asthma, Vitiliginous Spots.

    The Contra Indications of Gum Resin of Dorema ammoniacum D. Don. are Catarrh, Gout, Chronic Cough, Paralysis, Diphtheria, Piles, Asthma, Wounds, Liver Enlargement, Spleen Enlargement, Chronic Bronchitis, Epilepsy, Spasmodic Affections, Rheumatism, Facial Paralysis, Ring Worm, Scrofulous Glandular Swellings, Hardness in Joints, Leucodermal Patches, Spleenic Hardness.

    Temperaments

    The Temperament of Gum Resin of Dorema ammoniacum D. Don. is 2nd order, warm and dry.

    Available Brands

    BrandManufacturer/Mnf. Representative
    Demagh AfroozAshraf laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.

    Compound Preparations

    Dorema ammoniacum D. Don. is used in the preparation of Marham Rasul, Marham Ushaq, Zimad Kibrit, Zimad Ushaq compounds.

    Dosage

    PartDoseInstruction
    Gum Resin0.500g - 1.500gN/A

    Herb's Description

    Dorema ammoniacum D. Don.. A tall perennial shrub, 2-3 m tall, branched; stem base 6-12 cm in diameter, woody; radical leaves large, ternatisect; leaf segments large, oblong, obtuse; leaf base in amplexicaul umbel, simple on branches; peduncles 1-2 cm \ong; involucre of 5-8 small linear bracts; calyx teeth minute; petals white; fruit elliptic to oblong, 6-8 mm, 4-5 mm broad, glabrous, dorsal compressed; dorsal and intermediate ridges are distinct, thin and lateral ridges broad; furrows 1-vittate; commissure 4-vittate

    Taste Odor & Occurrence

    Occurence: It is native of Iran. It occurs in Afghanistan, Balochistan(Pakistan).
    Odor: The odor of Gum Resin of Dorema ammoniacum D. Don. is Balsamic
    Taste:
    Gum Resin: Bitter,Slightly Acrid

    Substitutes

    No information regarding Dorema ammoniacum D. Don.'s substitute is currently available.

    Active Constituents

    Dorema ammoniacum D. Don.'s Active constituents:

    Antidotes

    No information regarding Dorema ammoniacum D. Don.'s antidot is currently available.

    Warning & Precautions

    Large doses or long term use may cause haematuria, and abortion.

    Toxicity

    Currently no Toxicity information is available for Dorema ammoniacum D. Don.. (work in progress)