PAIN
RELIEF FORMULA
Ingredients: Valerian, Skullcap, California poppy, Wild
lettuce, White Willow, Mullein, Lobelia Leaf, ionized water, 30% alcohol
Herb: VALERIAN ROOT
Botanical
name: Valeriana officinalis
Origin: USA/Croatia
Therapeutic
actions: Antispasmodic; Anodyne; Cathartic; Carminative;
Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Hypnotic; Nervine; Sedative; Stimulant; Tonic.
Nutrients: Calcium,
choline, essential fatty acids, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus,
potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.
Drug Interactions: No known Drug
Interactions.
Description: It
is known for its sedative effect on the central nervous system.
Internal uses: It has been used for anxiety, nervous
tension, insomnia and general stress symptoms
Herb: SKULLCAP LEAF
Botanical
name: Scutellaria lateriflora
Origin: USA
Therapeutic
actions: Antispasmodic; Anti-bacterial; Anticonvulsive;
Anti-pyretic; Anti-venomous; Astringent; Calmative; Diuretic; Nervine;
Sedative; Tonic.
Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese,
niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium,
silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1,
B2, B3, C and E.
Drug
Interactions: No known interactions.
Description: Skullcap
is an excellent tonic for the nervous system.
Internal uses: It has been used for
nervousness, insomnia and for withdrawal from drugs and alcohol. It helps to
induce an inner calm and to help lessen negative mind chatter.
Herb: CALIFORNIA POPPY
Botanical
name: Eschscholzia californica
Origin: USA
Therapeutic
actions: sedative, anxiloytic, antihistamine, analgesic,
antispasmodic, febrifuge and nervine.
Drug interactions: Could
possibly interact with those on antidepressants, Antipsychotic, Barbiturate or
Benzodiazepine medications, Narcotic pain relievers.
Description: California
poppy seed acts as a pain reliever and is a potent herb for the nervous system
including helping those with insomnia.
Internal uses: California
poppy is a beneficial herb which is commonly used for depression, long-term
mental and physical tiredness (neurasthenia), nerve pain (It provides relief from all neurological
pains like headache, migraines, neuralgia, sciatica and back pains), various psychiatric conditions, blood vessel
problems, sensitivity to weather changes, and sedation.
It has been used as a remedy in cases of
high fever, rapid pulse, and persistent spasmodic cough. California poppy is also nice for the recovering
opiate addict: it binds to the same spots in the brain as opiates, without the
addictive or mindblowing effects. It calms those binding sites which would
otherwise shout for opiates.
External uses: An
herbal poultice made from the poppy for the treatment of sores and ulcers on
the skin. It has been used for head lice.
CAUTIONS: Use of the California poppy is not recommended for women who are
pregnant or breast-feeding. High dosages may cause Drowsiness and hangover.
Driving and operating machinery to be avoided. California poppy can slow down
the central nervous system, causing sleepiness and other effects. Stop using
California poppy at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Herb: White
Willow
Botanical
name: Salix alba
Origin: Bulgaria/Poland
Therapeutic
actions: Alterative; Analgesic; Anodyne; Anti-inflammatory;
Anti-periodic; Anti-pyretic; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Astringent; Bitter;
Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Febrifuge; Tonic; Vermifuge.
Nutrients: Calcium,
iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc,
vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.
Description: A
valuable pain killer because it contains the glucoside salicin, from which
aspirin was derived. White Willow will not cause the loss of blood through the
stomach walls like aspirin.
Drug Interactions: Interacts with Bismuth Subsalicylate, Celecoxib,
Diclofenac, Etodolac, Flurbiprofen, Ibuprofen, Indomethacin, Ketoprofen,
Ketorolac, Live Influenza Vaccine, Intranasal, Nabumetone, Nadolol, Naproxen,
Non steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, zaprozin, Piroxicam, Repaglinide,
Salsalate, Sulindac, Ticlopidine and Zafirlakast.
Internal uses: White
Willow is a good tonic and astringent making it valuable for the treatment of
worms, chronic diarrhea and dysentery.
It has been used for eczema, fevers, headaches, sciatica, inflammation
of the joints, nervousness, rheumatism and ulcerations. Has also been used to treat lower back pain,
osteoarthritis, bursitis and rheumatoid arthritis.
External uses: It
has been used as a wash for wounds, sores, burns, skin eruptions, as a footwash
for sweaty feet, and as a mouthwash for sore throat and inflammation of the
gums/tonsils.
Suggested Dosage: Tincture 5-8 ml 3 times daily.
CAUTION: People with ulcers or gastritis should avoid
taking this herb.
Herb: WILD LETTUCE LEAF
Botanical
name: Lactuca virosa
Origin: Croatia/USA
Therapeutic
actions: Anodyne; Antispasmodic; Digestive; Hypnotic; Narcotic;
Sedative; Tonic.
Description: Wild
Lettuce has helped to calm restlessness and reduce anxiety, neuroses,
hyperactivity in children, dry coughs, whooping cough and rheumatic pain. May
also help to relieve birth pains, headaches and muscle/joint pains.
Caution: Use in small doses only. An overdose may
cause lethargy and poisoning.
Herb: MULLEIN LEAF
Botanical
name: Verbascum thapsus
Origin: Bulgaria
Therapeutic
actions: Anodyne; Antiseptic; Astringent; Demulcent; Emollient;
Expectorant; Narcotic; Vulnerary.
Nutrients: Calcium,
iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, silicon, selenium, zinc,
vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C and D.
Drug interactions: No
known drug interactions.
Description: A
valuable herb for respiratory disorders.
Internal uses: It
has been uses for coughs, hoarseness, bronchitis, catarrh, hay fever, and
whooping cough. It may also be used for catarrh in the gastrointestinal tract,
glandular swellings, ear diseases, mastitis, for digestive cramps, chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
External uses: It
has been a healing poultice for wounds, inflamed conditions, and for painful
skin areas. Other uses: hemorrhage of the bowels, toothaches and for washing
open sores.
Herb: LOBELIA
Botanical Name: Lobelia inflata
Origin:
Therapeutic actions:
Drug Interactions: Pregnant and nursing women and people with high blood pressure should not use Lobelia.
Description: It is known for its sedative effect on the central nervous system.
Internal uses: It has been used for anxiety, nervous tension, insomnia and general stress symptoms
Suggested dosage: 3--4
grams 3 times daily. Tincture 1--4 ml 3-4 times daily.
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