Loganiaceae Analgesic False jasmine

Loganiaceae Analgesic False jasmine
Family:Loganiaceae Analgesic; Antispasmodic; Diaphoretic; Febrifuge; Homeopathy; Hypnotic; Mydriatic; Nervine; Sedative; Vasodilator.
Common name:False jasmine
The roots are analgesic antispasmodic diaphoretic febrifuge hypnotic mydriatic nervine sedative and vasodilator. A powerful depressant of the central nervous system deadening pain and reducing spasms. It is said to suspend and hold in check muscular irritability and nervous excitement with more force and power than any known remedy. Whilst it relaxes the muscles it also relieves all sense of pain. It is used internally in the treatment of neuralgia migraine sciatica toothache severe pain (especially in terminal illnesses or accidents) and meningitis. Externally it has been used as a folk remedy for cancer. The root is best harvested in the autumn and dried carefully for later use. Extreme care is advised with the use of this plant it should only be used under the supervision of a qualified practitioner. Excessive doses cause respiratory depression giddiness double vision and death. It should not be prescribed for patients with heart disease hypotension or myasthenia gravis. See also the notes above on toxicity.The fresh root is used to make a homeopathic remedy. It is used in the treatment of a variety of complaints including fevers flu and headaches.

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