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MOTHERWORT Leonurus cardiaca Liquid extract of dried leaf & flowering tops |
Actions: Nervous system tonic, mild relaxant and antispasmodic. Taken warm it enhances peripheral circulation and menstrual flow. Mild uterine tonic; promotes healthy menstruation. Mild heart tonic; promotes normal heart rhythm and allays palpitations. Diminishes excessive production of thyroid hormones.
Uses: Nervousness and associated palpitation of the heart; restlessness, wakefulness and disturbed sleep; especially indicated for easily excitable persons. Painful menstruation; nervousness, hysteria and heart palpitations associated with menstruation, pregnancy or menopause; uterine pains and spasm; painful periods. Taken in hot water for suppressed lochia. Chronic muscle spasm, tremor and chorea; delirium tremens (DTs) of alcoholics. Hyperthyroid (over-active thyroid gland) and related nervous symptoms.
Dose: Take 30 to 40 drops, 2 to 4 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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