Passifloraceae Antispasmodic Maypops

Passifloraceae Antispasmodic Maypops
Family:Passifloraceae Antispasmodic; Astringent; Diaphoretic; Homeopathy; Hypnotic; Narcotic; Sedative; Vasodilator; Women's complaints.
Common name:Maypops
Maypops is a valuable sedative and tranquillising herb with a long history of use in North America. It is frequently used in the treatment of insomnia epilepsy hysteria etc.The leaves and stems are antispasmodic astringent diaphoretic hypnotic narcotic sedative vasodilator and are also used in the treatment of women's complaints. The plant is harvested after some of the berries have matured and is then dried for later use. It is used in the treatment of insomnia nervous tension irritability neuralgia irritable bowel syndrome pre-menstrual tension and vaginal discharges. An extract of the plant depresses the motor nerves of the spinal cord it is also slightly sedative slightly reduces blood pressure and increases respiratory rate. The plant contains alkaloids and flavonoids that are an effective non-addictive sedative that does not cause drowsiness. The plant is not recommended for use during pregnancy.A poultice of the roots is applied to boils cuts earaches inflammation etc.The dried plant is exported from America to Europe for medicinal usage.A homeopathic remedy is made from the plant.

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