Euphrasia is a medicinal plant, also known as Consolo-de-vista, widely used to treat respiratory problems, such as rhinitis or sinusitis.
Its scientific name is Euphrasia officinalis and can be purchased in natural product stores, compounding pharmacies and some open-air markets.
What is euphrasia for?
Euphrasia is used to help treat cramps, tiredness, wounds, lack of appetite, conjunctivitis, digestion, headache, herpes, respiratory infections, insomnia, allergic rhinitis and sinusitis.
Euphrasia properties
The properties of euphrasia include its astringent, analgesic, anesthetic, anti-allergic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, healing, digestive and expectorant action.
How to use euphrasia
All aerial parts of euphrasia can be used to make teas.
- Euphrasia tea: Place 1 teaspoon of euphrasia leaves in a cup of boiling water and let it rest for 10 minutes. Strain and drink 2 to 3 times a day.
See a good way to use this plant: Home remedy for eye irritation
Euphrasia side effects
No side effects of Euphrasia were found.
Euphrasia contraindications
Eufrásia is contraindicated for pregnant women and children under 12 years of age.
