Scullcap (Scutellaria
lateriflora)
Description...
This herb aids sleep and is reputed to help
calm nervousness. The herb is bitter and is a stimulant.
How It May Benefit You...
- nervous tension, headaches and muscle aches
caused by tension,
- insomnia
- convulsions
- drug or alcohol withdrawal.
- symptoms of premenstrual syndrome aggravated
or caused by stress.
- rheumatism
Caution...
May cause stomach upset or diarrhoea.
Skullcap may cause drowsiness. Do not
operate a car or heavy machinery after taking it.
Large amounts of the tincture may cause
confusion, giddiness, twitching, and possibly, convulsions.
WARNING:
Herbs should only be used under the supervision of an experienced
herbalist or naturopath experienced in herbs.
Availability...
Available as prepared tea, tinctures, dried
leaves, capsules.
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