The unripe hulls are extracted in alcohol and water. Black Walnut is antimicrobial due to its content of juglone. It is effective on many skin disorders as well as being an efficacious vermifuge.
Black walnut extract is very effective topically on ringworm.
Juglone is considered toxic and caution is advised in the use of black walnut. It is recommended to start with a low dosage of 1 or 2 drops per 10 pounds weight and increase by 1 or 2 drops per day until parasites are expelled.
Simultaneous administration of the ground seed of milk thistle is advised at one 400 mg. -0- capsule per 50 pounds weight. Continue milk thistle for at least one week after cessation of black walnut.
Black walnut is contraindicated during pregnancy and chronic G.I. disorders.
AVOID USE ON HORSES!
The ground unripe hulls are encapsulated in 350 mg. -0- capsules. They are taken internally for parasites as well as a variety of skin disorders. Recent claims of efficacy as a treatment for heartworm have not been substantiated by clinical trials. However many veterinarians report success.
As a vermifuge one capsule for each 40 pounds of weight twice daily with food is recommended.
Simultaneous treatment with milk thistle for hepato-protection is advised. Use one 400 mg., capsule of the ground seed per 50 pounds weight.
Black walnut is contraindicated during pregnancy and chronic G.I. disorders.
AVOID USE ON HORSES!
We did not invent botanical medicines and we do not recommend that the use of botanical medicines should be undertaken on the strength of our restatement of historical usage and documented research.
We do restate well documented traditional efficacy and the results of ongoing research. Personal experience is included where deemed appropriate.
Regardless of the merits of any plant medicine, side effects do sometimes occur. These may be real or imagined. Always seek the counsel and advice of qualified medical professionals and use caution with any medication, plant derived or otherwise. We do not accept responsibility for the use or misuse of any product put forth or any information provided.
This research is being conducted by the Veterinary Research Council, Inc., of which, Dr. Fox is Treasurer.