Eyebright Herbal Remedies
Eyebright is a mildly decongesting, astringent herb which reduces inflammation. It is useful for red or inflamed eyes and for conjunctivitis and styes, taken internally and applied externally. As a mild decongestant, it is also excellent to stop excessive runny discharges both in hayfever and other sinus problems. Eyebright has a taste of BITTER and a temperature of COOL.
Eyebright Proper Dose
| Type | Dossage |
| Eyebright Infusion | 2-3 cups 2-3 x daily |
| Eyebright Powder | 3-5 capsules 2-3 x daily |
| Eyebright Tincture | 2-4 droppersful 2-3 x daily |
Eyebright Reference Information
| Latin Name | Euphrasia officinalis |
| Other Names | |
| Part Used | Leaf, Flowers |
| Herb Forms | Tincture, capsule, homeopathic tablet, bulk herb. |
| Affects | Liver, Respiratory system, Sense Organs |
| Cautions | None noted. |
| Botanical Info | A small perennial semiparastitic plant of meadows in the Snapdragon family with opposite leaves and small white to pale lilac flowers. |
Supporting Research
Newall, C. et al.. 1996. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
Leung, A. and S. Foster. 1996. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients. New York: J. Wiley & Sons.
McGuffin, M. et al. 1997. Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton: CRC Press.
Weiss, R. 1988. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs. Essex: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.