Indications

CNS
• insomnia
• over-stimulated nervous system
- anxiety
- restlessness
- tension headaches
• neuralgias
• over-excited muscles
• delirium tremens
• restless leg syndrome

Reproductive
• menstrual cramps
• dysmenorrhea
• hot flashes
• agalactia
• premature ejaculation
• endometriosis

Gastrointestinal
• sluggish digestion
• dyspepsia

Immune
• cancer
- breast cancer
- prostate cancer

Actions

• Bitter
• Sedative
• Nervine
• Phytoestrogen = 8-Prenylnaringenin
• Carminative
• Antispasmodic
• Anticonvulsant
• Antibacterial

Constituents

• Alcohols (2-Methyl-2-Butanol)
• Volatile Oil
• Oleo-Resin
• Flavonoids
• Resin
• Bitter Principle

Posology

• Tincture (1:5 in 60% EtOH): 1-4 ml tid
• Liquid extract (1:1 in 45% EtOH): 0.5-2 ml tid
• Infusion (dried herb): 0.5 g tid

Safety

Contraindications: Depression.

Pregnancy and lactation: Avoid use as safety has not yet been established.

References

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