Indications

CNS
• nervous conditions following chronic disease
• stress-induced restlessness
• anxiety
• insomnia
• seizure
• neuralgia

Musculoskeletal
• over-stimulated muscles
- delirium tremens
- tremors
- restless leg syndrome (RLS)
- chorea
- muscular fasciculations

Cardiovascular
• heart conditions associated with nervousness
- arrhythmias
- palpitations

Gynecological
• menstrual pains associated with excitability
• dysmenorrhea

Actions

• Nervine
• Anxiolytic
• Anticonvulsant
• Antispasmodic
• Hypotensive
• Carminative

Constituents

• Volatile Oil
• Flavonoid (Scutellarin)
• Iridoids
• Tannins

Posology

• Tincture (1:5 in 40% EtOH): 2-4 ml tid
• Liquid extract (1:1 in 25% EtOH): 2-4 ml tid
• Infusion: (dried herb): 2 tsp tid

Safety

Generally considered safe when used as indicated.

References

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