Jigsimur
Medicinal Uses
Cape aloes is still an important commercial laxative medicine. The larger part of the annual production is exported, but substantial quantities are marketed and used locally. The popular self-care remedies “Lewensessens” and “Schweden bitters” contain Cape aloes. A. ferox and other species are used to a great extent in traditional human and livestock medicines. The leaves or roots, boiled in water, are taken as a laxative, but also for arthritis, eczema, conjunctivitis , hypertension and stress. Leaf sap of several species such as A. arborescens and A. greatheadii is applied externally to treat skin irritations, bruises and burns. The dry leaves of A. marlothii are popular in snuff mixtures.
Preparation and Dosage
A small crystal of the crude drug, about twice the size of a match head, is taken orally as a laxative. The product should not be used during pregnancy. Half the laxative dose is taken for arthritis. The fresh bitter sap is instilled directly for conjunctivitis and sinusitis.
Active Ingredients
The main purgative principle is the anthrone C-glucoside aloin (=barbaloin). The aloin content in exudate varies between 8,5 and 32%, but 18% is the minimum requirement for export. The wound-healing properties of aloe gel are ascribed to glycoproteins (see Bulbine) and to hydrating, insulating and protective effects.
Pharmacological Effects
At therapeutic doses, the anthraquinone derivatives act as stimulant laxatives . Aloin is only a prodrug while aloe-emodin anthrone, formed in the colon under the influence of bacterial enzymes, is responsible for the laxative action. It is said to increase peristalsis and to affect the absorption of water and electrolytes.
Benefits of Aloe
The benefits of aloe ferrox are, but not limited to, Gout, Arthritis, Fibrosis, Diabetes, Skin Ailments (Acne), PMT, Migraine, Insomnia, Gall and Kidney Stones, lack of energy, throat infections, heart burn, High Blood Pressure, colic, Stomach Ulcers, bladder infections, hemorrhoids, shingles, constipation, osteoporosis, indigestion, tonsillitis A. ferox and other species are used to a great extent in traditional human and livestock medicines. The leaves or roots, boiled in water, are taken as a laxative, but also for arthritis, eczema, conjunctivitis , hypertension and stress.
The bitter juice of aloe’s active ingredient is aloien.
Dosage & Directions
It is a known fact that every persons metabolism differs and therefor the dosage of the Docsemur & Jigsimur aloe drink differs from person to person. We have, through time, taken note on various feedback received from our customers and can advise as follows:
Shake the bottle well. Approximately 2 tablespoons in the morning OR in the evening. Due to the laxative effect initially, it is advised to be cautious and consider the time of day when taken.
Shake the bottle well. A 1/4 glass be taken in the morning or evening, preferably on a empty stomach. Due to the laxative effect initially, it is advised to be cautious and consider the time of day when taken.
Individuals have reportedly taken a capful which has been sufficient.
Although we have taken time to investigate the dosage techniques, we cannot offer direct dosage information due to the fact the every body's metabolism varies. It is expected that the user will experiment with dosage and apply that which is best suitable to their condition.
