Labiatae Antispasmodic White dead nettle

Labiatae Antispasmodic White dead nettle
Family:Labiatae Antispasmodic; Astringent; Cancer; Cholagogue; Depurative; Diuretic; Expectorant; Homeopathy; Hypnotic; Ophthalmic; Pectoral; Resolvent; Sedative; Styptic; Tonic; Vasoconstrictor; Vulnerary.
Common name:White dead nettle
White dead nettle is an astringent and demulcent herb that is chiefly used as a uterine tonic to arrest inter-menstrual bleeding and to reduce excessive menstrual flow. It is a traditional treatment for abnormal vaginal discharge and is sometimes taken to relieve painful periods.The flowering tops are antispasmodic astringent cholagogue depurative diuretic expectorant haemostatic hypnotic pectoral resolvent sedative styptic tonic vasoconstrictor and vulnerary. An infusion is used in the treatment of kidney and bladder complaints diarrhoea menstrual problems bleeding after childbirth vaginal discharges and prostatitis. Externally the plant is made into compresses and applied to piles varicose veins and vaginal discharges. A distilled water from the flowers and leaves makes an excellent and effective eye lotion to relieve ophthalmic conditions. The plant is harvested in the summer and can be dried for later use.A homeopathic remedy is made from the plant. It is used in the treatment of bladder and kidney disorders and amenorrhoea.

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