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Top Product Attributes

  • Common Name

    Fennel

  • Botanical Name

    Foeniculum vulgare

  • Part Used

    Fruit

  • Clinical Summary

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  • Alcohol

    57%

  • Dose

    15 to 40mL weekly

Fennel is an excellent stomach and intestinal remedy. It has a calming effect on bronchitis and coughs. 

Main Product Attributes
A guide to Fennel and its properties

  • Traditional Use

    Traditionally used for dyspeptic complaints such as mild, spasmodic gastrointestinal ailments, bloating and flatulence along with catarrh of the upper respiratory tract.

  • Actions

    Carminative, antispasmodic, galactogogue, oestrogenic, antimicrobial, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic

  • Indications

    •    Indigestion, bloating, flatulence, colic
    •    Catarrh of the upper respiratory tract including coughs, bronchitis
    •    Increasing milk flow in lactating mothers

  • Energetics

    Sweet, warm

  • Use in Pregnancy

    Aqueous infusions of fennel may be used at the recommended dosage during pregnancy, under professional supervision. Preparations containing essential oils or alcoholic extracts should not be used during pregnancy.

  • Contraindications & Cautions

    None known

  • Drug Interactions

    Caution with ciprofloxacin (a quinolone antibiotic), tamoxifen (used for certain types of breast cancer) and anticoagulant/antiplatelet (such as warfarin) drugs

  • Dietary Information

    Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free

  • Substitutes

    Aniseed, Liquorice, Ribwort, Thyme, Angelica, Hyssop, Cinnamon, Chamomile, Ginger, Marshmallow, Peppermint