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L.Sibiricus, L.
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The European species L. Cardiaca , was once commonly grown in herb gardens.
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tannic acid
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amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea,and specifically ,in the treatment of tachycardia
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May cause dermatitis.( Pick it with gloves on.)
Note well that "by the drop" means the above remedy is very strong and can cause drowsiness even by the drop. Do not try to drink a whole cup of this or take too many drops before driving, since Motherwort can be overwhelmingly sedative.
Tea of Motherwort leaf, or one single drop in wine has very much benefit, but can give you a pressure headache the next day.
Birthing pains, Menstrual cramps, heart tonic, alleviating womens' prolapse, vermifuge.
The herb is now considered beneficial in the treatment of
amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea, and specifically of use in the treatment of
tachycardia.
My 1973 book tells me it may be
used for anxiety, and it can be used homeopathically. Internet holds
many avenues in newer research, for instance, one study of the methadione and other constituents of the herb, mentioned
that Motherwort can inhibit and reduce some breast tumors, however,
it can excacerbate the condition of other types of breast tumor.
Other texts will say it is also useful in
alleviating or preventing the prolapse of organs, very useful for labour
pains.
a few sites may hint at the possible effectiveness of Motherwort as helpful to those suffering from diabetes mellites, here are links , which offer a perspective on natural source tonics, some of which are used for diabetes prevention or maintenance. Note that some links are directly in association with actual pharmaceuticals, like brands Metformin hydrochloride or (Glucophage), while supplementary information cites a natural herb as producing the same substance and effect as in the synthetic metformin. A nutitionist advises that though Goats Rue (a natural herb traditionally used for diabetes or hypoglycemia) offers the same effect, it is more dangerous to use.......
Much advice on iatrogenic disorders and dosages/
METFORMIN: http://www.drugs.com/
The Mylan Brand of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE Tablets is a
generic alternative to GlucophageŽ.* The following information is designed to
answer questions you may have about The Mylan Brand of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE
and generic pharmaceuticals
GLYCEMIC CONTROL: http://www.findarticles.com The newer medications for type 2 diabetes have been termed "antihyperglycemics," because they improve glycemic control without raising plasma insulin levels (Table 1). Compared with the "hypoglycemic" sulfonylureas, these agents are much less likely to cause hypoglycemic symptoms.
Motherwort : From The Encyclopaedia of Herbs and Herbalism. Edited by Malcolm Stuart.