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| nervous system, especially when under stress. It is considered a specific in cases of nervous debility and exhaustion when associated with depression. It may be used with most of the other nervines, both relaxant and stimulatory, to strengthen the whole of the nervous system. It is also used in general debility. |
| Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Pour a cup of boiling water onto 1 to 3 tsp. of the dried oatstraw and leave to infuse 10 to 15 minutes. Strain and drink 3 times a day. Tincture: Take 1/2 tsp. 3 times a day. Bath: A soothing bath for use in neuralgia and irritated skin conditions can be made. Boil 1 pound of shredded oatstraw in 2 quarts of water for half an hour. Strain and add to the bath. Alternatively, cooked rolled oats may be put into a muslin bag and used to bathe with. |
| Pulsatilla: Anemone pulsatilla |
| Part used: Aerial parts. |
| Actions: Nervine, antispasmodic, antibacterial. |
| Indications: Pulsatilla is an excellent relaxing nervine for use in problems related to nervous tension and spasm in the reproductive system. It may be used with safety in the relief of painful periods (dysmenorrhea), ovarian pain and painful conditions of the testes. It may be used to reduce tension and headaches associated with tension. It will help ease insomnia and general hyperactivity. Its antibacterial action gives this herb a role in treating infections that affect the skin, especially boils. It is similarly useful in the treatment of respiratory infections and asthma. The oil or tincture will ease earache. |
| Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Pour 1 cup of boiling water onto 1/2 to 1 tsp. of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain and drink 3 times a day or when needed. Tincture: Take 1/4 tsp. 3 times a day. |
| Passionflower: Passiflora incarnata |
| Part used: Leaves and whole plant. |
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