Safe Herbs for Dogs - Eyebright

Eyebright Euphrasia officinalis (Snapdragon family)

Main Constituents

glycosides
phenolic acid
tannins
resins
volatile oil

Medicinal Activities

anti-inflammatory
astringent
anticatarrhal
expectorant

Common Uses in Dogs

This herb tightens the mucous membranes of the eye and is therefore most effective for treating eye problems, in particular, chronic inflammation, stinging and weeping eyes, and photosensitive eyes.

Due to the herb's ability to counter mucous, it is also often used to treat allergic conditions affecting the eyes, middle ear, sinuses, and nasal passages.

It can be taken internally as a tea or tincture, or used externally as an eyewash or compress.

Availability

Various preparations of the herb (such as tincture, water infusion) are available at health food stores.

Get herbs (fresh and dried) and tinctures from:

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J.A. Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook: Your Comprehensive Reference to the Best Herbs for Healing (Rodale Books, 2000).
R. Kidd, Dr. Kidd's Guide to Herbal Dog Care (Storey Publishing, 2000).
M.L. Wulff-Tilford and G.L. Tilford, Herbs for Pets (Bowtie Press, 1999).

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