Dosing by Preparation Type

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Standard Doses by Preparation Type

This guide provides standard adult dosing ranges for different herbal preparations. Always adjust based on individual needs.

Dried Herbs for Tea

Standard infusion (leaves, flowers):

  • Amount: 1-2 teaspoons per cup (240ml)
  • Steep time: 5-15 minutes, covered
  • Daily amount: 1-3 cups

Standard decoction (roots, bark):

  • Amount: 1-2 teaspoons per cup
  • Simmer time: 15-30 minutes
  • Daily amount: 1-3 cups

Tinctures

Standard ratio (1:5):

  • Standard dose: 2-4 ml (30-60 drops), 2-3 times daily

Concentrated (1:2 or 1:3):

  • Standard dose: 1-2 ml, 2-3 times daily

Reference: 1 ml = approximately 20-25 drops

Glycerites

  • Adults: 2-5 ml, 2-3 times daily
  • Generally less concentrated than alcohol tinctures
  • Preferred for children

Capsules

  • Standard: 1-2 capsules (400-500mg each), 2-3 times daily
  • Follow product guidelines for standardized extracts

Syrups

  • Adults: 1-2 tablespoons (15-30ml), 3-4 times daily
  • Best for respiratory conditions

External Preparations

Salves: Apply thin layer 2-4 times daily

Compresses: Apply 15-30 minutes, 2-4 times daily

Essential oil dilutions:

  • Adults: 2-3% (12-18 drops per 30ml carrier)
  • Children: 0.5-1% (3-6 drops per 30ml)

Timing Guidelines

  • Digestive herbs: 15-30 minutes before meals
  • Sleep herbs: 30-60 minutes before bed
  • Bitter herbs: Before meals
  • Tonic herbs: With meals

Duration of Use

  • Acute conditions: Days to 1-2 weeks
  • Chronic conditions: 4-12 weeks, then reassess
  • Tonic herbs: Long-term with breaks
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