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| ovarian cramps. It is also active in the treatment of rheumatic, muscular and neurological pain. It is useful in sciatica and neuralgia. As a relaxing nervine it may be used in many situations where such an agent is needed. It has been found beneficial in cases of tinnitus. |
| Preparations & dosage: Decoction: Pour a cup of water onto 1/2 to 1 tsp. of the dried root and bring to boil. Let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain. Drink 3 times a day. Tincture: Take 1/4 tsp. of the tincture 3 times a day. |
| Black Haw: Viburnum prunifolium |
| Part used: Dried bark of root, stem or trunk. |
| Actions: Antispasmodic, nervine, hypotensive, astringent. |
| Indications: Black haw has a very similar use to crampbark, to which it is closely related. It is a powerful relaxant of the uterus and is used for dysmenorrhea and false labor pains as well as for threatened miscarriage. Its relaxant and sedative actions explain its power in reducing blood pressure in hypertension, which happens through a relaxation of the peripheral blood vessels. It may be used as an antispasmodic in the treatment of asthma. |
| Preparations & dosage: Decoction: Put 2 tsp. of the dried bark in 1 cup of water, bring to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes: Strain. Drink 3 times a day. Tincture: Take 1-2 tsp. of the tincture 3 times a day. |
| Boneset: Eupatorium perfoliatum |
| Part used: Dried aerial parts. |
| Actions: Diaphoretic, bitter, laxative, tonic, antispasmodic, carminative, astringent. |
| Indications: Boneset is one the best remedies for the relief of the associated symptoms that accompany influenza. It will speedily relieve the aches and pains as well as aid the body in dealing with any fever that is present. Boneset may also be used to help clear the upper respiratory tract |
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