18 Questions
What is the recommended dose of thyme oil for internal use?
2-10 drops
In what conditions is thyme's warm infusion beneficial?
Headache and flatulence
What is the primary action of thyme as mentioned in the text?
Carminative
What is the best safety consideration when using thyme oil externally?
Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes
What age group can the preparation containing thyme, scullcap, and rue be administered to?
Children above 3 years old
Which condition is NOT mentioned as being alleviated by thyme infusion?
Stress-related headache
Which phytochemicals are found in thyme essential oil?
Thymol and carvacrol
What is the general safety consideration regarding thyme essential oil?
It is generally considered safe
Which compound in thyme essential oil inhibits Streptococcus pyogenes?
Thymol
What process is used to obtain pure essential oils from plants like thyme?
Distillation
Why do essential oils like thyme not contain larger non-volatile compounds?
They are removed during extraction
Why did only Hydrastis exhibit antibacterial activity during the hemp formula study in vitro trials?
It contains berberine
What is the main safety consideration regarding garlic use during pregnancy and lactation?
It is generally considered safe
Which of the following actions is NOT associated with thyme?
Antihistaminic
What is the approved use of garlic according to the German Commission E for elevated lipid levels?
Support for dietary measures
Which of the following is a potential action of thyme in treating respiratory conditions?
Acts as an expectorant
What is the traditional use of garlic mentioned by ESCOP?
Relief of cough and colds
What was one of the uses of garlic according to King's American Dispensatory, 1898?
Relief of coughs and pertussis
Test your knowledge on the uses of thyme as described in King's American Dispensatory from 1898. Explore the medicinal properties and applications of thyme in various conditions such as dyspepsia, hysteria, headache, and more.
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