Effectiveness of Tai Chi vs Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia in Middle-Aged and Older Adults
November 27, 2025
Free CME credits
Both our subscription plans include Free CME/CPD AMA PRA Category 1 credits.
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Dandelion, Taraxacum, Priest’s crown, Lion’s tooth, Puffball, Pissenlit, Red-seed dandelion, Salade de Taupe, Courunne de Moine, Blowball, Cochet, Cankerwort, Wild endive, Dudal
Class :
Herbals gastrointestinal, metabolic& endocrinal, oncology
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Dandelion, Taraxacum, Priest’s crown, Lion’s tooth, Puffball, Pissenlit, Red-seed dandelion, Salade de Taupe, Courunne de Moine, Blowball, Cochet, Cankerwort, Wild endive, Dudal
Class :
Herbals gastrointestinal, metabolic& endocrinal, oncology
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
Tincture/DropsÂ
4ml to 8mlÂ
DiabetesÂ
3g to 4g of root Â
(Or)Â
10 to 15 drops of tincture orally two times a dayÂ
Indications: As per clinical studies, it is indicated to treat cancer, diabetes, constipation, weight loss, hypertension, etc. It is also known to act as a digestive aid, promote liver health, and fight inflammation.Â
It contains chemicals which increase urine production and prevent crystals from forming in the urine that leads to infections in the kidneys and urinary tract
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
Data not availableÂ
GERIATRIC DOSINGÂ Â
Refer to adult dosingÂ
Actions and spectrum:Â
Chemical constituents present in dandelion root such as triterpenes, taraxol, taraxerol, beta-amyrin, sterols such as taraxasterol, homotaraxasterol, stigmasterol, beta-stigmasterol, pectin, glucosides, inulin, etc are responsible for the pharmacological properties of dandelion. Â
Frequency not definedÂ
AllergyÂ
HyperoxaluriaÂ
Contact dermatitisÂ
Rhinoconjuctivitis Â
Hepatotoxicity Â
Stomach discomfortÂ
DiarrheaÂ
Heartburn Â
Black Box Warning Â
No special black box warnings are available Â
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
AllergyÂ
PregnancyÂ
LactationÂ
EczemaÂ
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
Safety and efficacy study in pregnancy is not establishedÂ
Lactation:Â Â
Safety and efficacy studies in breast feeding mothers are not availableÂ
Pregnancy categories:Â Â
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.Â
Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.  Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category Â
Pharmacology:Â
Dandelion is an herb native to Europe. Scientifically, it is called Taraxacum officinale. Various parts of the herb, such as flowers, roots, and leaves, are known to possess medicinal properties.Â
Pharmacodynamics:Â
Dandelion is an herbal and nutritional supplement.Â
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Limited data availableÂ
Administration:Â
To be used as suggested by the doctorÂ
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: dandelionÂ
Why do we use dandelion?Â
Dandelion is an herbal and nutritional supplement. It is indicated in the regulation of blood sugar, as an appetite stimulant, diuretic, and as treatment of dyspepsia and disorders of the gallbladder and liver. Â
Both our subscription plans include Free CME/CPD AMA PRA Category 1 credits.
On course completion, you will receive a full-sized presentation quality digital certificate.
A dynamic medical simulation platform designed to train healthcare professionals and students to effectively run code situations through an immersive hands-on experience in a live, interactive 3D environment.
When you have your licenses, certificates and CMEs in one place, it's easier to track your career growth. You can easily share these with hospitals as well, using your medtigo app.
