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Bugleweed
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BUGLEWEED
Lycopus
americanus
Liquid extract of dried flowering herb.
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Actions: Counteracts excess thyroxine
(thyroid gland hormone). Circulatory and heart sedative; nervous system
sedative. Hemostatic (allays minor bleeding).
Uses: Hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid gland). Heart
problems marked by irritable, accelerated or irregular heart action
(especially with sense of oppression in chest with difficult breathing);
reduces pulse and restores circulatory and cardiac tone. Coughs with
copious expectoration (especially chronic debilitating coughs). Mild
bleeding of lungs, stomach, intestines, uterus or urinary tract. Insomnia.
Dose: Take 30 to 40 drops, 3 to 5 times per day.
Cautions: Do not use in cases of thyroid enlargement
or hypothyroid (under-active thyroid). Consult a physician before taking
with thyroid medications. Consult a qualified midwife or physician before
taking during pregnancy.
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