Eritrea has the properties of gentian and can replace it remarkably. It is a bitter herb, liver, appetizer, cholera, sweat, digestive, vomiting, antipyretic, anticancer, helminthic and tonic. Its bitter action stimulates the digestive secretions. The secretion of gastric juice increases as soon as the herb acts on the mucous membranes of the mouth. It also stimulates the sympathetic system and circulation and has a stimulating effect on blood circulation. It is used as a digestive and for gastric stimulation. Mainly used in anorexia when it is associated with liver failure and is a useful herb for indigestion regardless of the cause. It activates salivary glands, stomach, intestinal glands, thereby relieving constipation and gases improving digestion. This is probably the cause of the beneficial effects it has on the body in general. It is a mild laxative and when taken after meals, it is an excellent remedy for heartburn. Like many of the bitter tonic, it is effective in reducing fever. It is useful in colitis, repressed menstruation and anemia. If taken for a long period of time it contributes to weight loss. A strong decoction acts as a vomit. Powerful infusion as a sweat. Light infusion as a tonic. It is useful for people who are sedentary and do not exercise.