Muscle Relaxant
Alternative to over the counter drugs. With the addition of Lobelia, watch for feelings of nausea, - cut dosage or discontinue use. Lobelia can be toxic in larger doses so do not exceed recommended dosage!! Not suitable during pregnancy or for nursing mothers. 20-30 drops, no more than 3 times a day.
Dosage:: Tincture: 20 drops to 2ml 3 times a day. Standard Infusion: 4 - 8 oz 4 times a day
Reference:: My Apothecary Shelf
Preparations:
Infusion
Used with soft ingredients (leaves, flowers etc), steeps for only a couple of minutes to extract the vitamins and volatile ingredients
Tincture
Liquid medium (usually mixture of alcohol and water) used to extract herbs medicinal constituents)
Addressing Ailments
Muscles - Back or neck
Tight and tense neck or back pain, or dealing with a condition that causes muscle spasms
Parts
Herbs
Action
2.00
Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Sage ( Salvia officinalis)
Sage is a perennial herb with gray-green leaves and blue to purplish flowers. It has a strong aroma and is commonly used in cooking and traditional medicine.
Pregnancy caution: Large amounts may cause uterine contractions. Avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy.
Energetics::
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Slightly Constricting
Slightly - increase the tone or tension within muscles and other tissues; stop excess flow and secretion. tone up tissues that have become overly relaxed or weak or leaking or secreting fluids such as blood or mucus
Heating
Properties::
Anti-Galactagogue
Reduce breast milk production
Antiseptic
Removes toxins from the body and waste accumulations such as pus. prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Anti-Diaphoretic
Reduce sweating
Aromatic
Pleasant and distinctive smell
Carminative
Relieve gas by suppressing the formation of gas in the intestines and promoting expulsion of gas.
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Emmenagogue
Regulates, induces normal menstruation
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Antioxidant
Protects cells from damage
Ailments::
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Parts::
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Associated with ::
Digestive
Respiratory
Nervous
Key
The primary action desired for the formula. Can be the action of the herb or an affinity the herb has for particular organs or systems.
0.25
Lobelia (Lobelia Inflata)
Lobelia ( Lobelia Inflata)
An annual or biennial herb with pale blue to violet flowers, known for its acrid taste. It has been used in traditional medicine for respiratory conditions and as a relaxant.
Large doses can cause vomiting, convulsions, hypotension. Not to be used while pregnant.
Energetics::
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Slightly Warming
Slightly - Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Slightly Drying
Slightly - Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Properties::
Emetic
Causes vomiting
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Anti-Asthmatic
Treats or prevents asthma
Counterirritant
Produces surface irritation of the skin, counteracting underlying pain or discomfort
Acrid
Irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell
Anti-Arrhythmic
Suppress abnormal heart rhythms
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Antitussive
Prevent or relieve a cough
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Vasodilator
Widening of blood vessels
Hypotensive
Low blood pressure
Relaxant
Induces relaxation
Ailments::
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Parts::
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Respiratory
Nervous
Key
The primary action desired for the formula. Can be the action of the herb or an affinity the herb has for particular organs or systems.
2.00
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla, Chamaemelum nobile)
Chamomile ( Matricaria chamomilla, Chamaemelum nobile)
Chamomile is known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties. It is often used to promote relaxation and soothe digestive issues.
Individuals allergic to ragweed may also be allergic to chamomile.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Properties::
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Aromatic
Pleasant and distinctive smell
Carminative
Relieve gas by suppressing the formation of gas in the intestines and promoting expulsion of gas.
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Digestive Tonic
Strengthens digestion
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Calming
To stop feelings of upset, anger, or excitement.
Bitter
Triggers the gastrointestinal system to get ready to eat
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Ailments::
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Parts::
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Nervous System
Digestive System
Nervous
Digestive
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
1.00
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Peppermint ( Mentha piperita)
Peppermint is known for its refreshing flavor and soothing properties, particularly for digestive issues and headaches.
May aggravate heartburn in some individuals.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Properties::
Antacid
Helps reduce excess acid
Anti-Emetic (Antinauseous)
Stops vomiting
Aromatic
Pleasant and distinctive smell
Carminative
Relieve gas by suppressing the formation of gas in the intestines and promoting expulsion of gas.
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Digestive Tonic
Strengthens digestion
Bitter
Triggers the gastrointestinal system to get ready to eat
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Analgesic
Relieves pain
Cooling Diaphoretic
Digestive
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
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Associated with ::
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Respiratory
Digestive
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .