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Side Effects: Photosensitization is possible,
especially in fair-skinned individuals.
'Average daily dosage for internal use: 2-4 g of drug
or 0.2-1 mg of total hypericin in other forms of application.
Mode of Administration:
Chopped herb, powder, liquid and solid ingredients
Preparations made with fatty essential oils.
'Actions: A mild antidepressant action of the herb
has been observed and reported by numerous physicians.'
Oily hypericum preparations for treatment
post-therapy of acute contused injuries, myalgia and first-degree burns.'
'Side Effects: Photosensitization is possible, especially in fair-skinned individuals.'
'Average daily dosage for internal use: 2-4 g of drug or 0.2-1 mg of total hypericin in other forms of application.
Mode of Administration:
Chopped organic herb, powder, liquid and solid
Made with fatty essential oils.
'Actions: A mild antidepressant action of the herb
preparation has been observed; reported by numerous physicians.'
European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy (ESCOP)
British Herbal Pharmacopoeia concur with the German Commission E. St. John's wort is official
in the national pharmacopeias of Czechoslovakia, France, Poland, Romania, and Russia.
St. John's Wort is now the number one antidepressant, natural or synthetic organic herbs,
prescribed by German physicians.
Modern medical research has shown that Hypericum
can be as effective as for mild to moderate depression.
Hypericum's side effects are few and mild.
In two clinical studies, demonstrated anti-anxiety effect comparable to those of Valium (diazepam).
Yet is not addictive and does not impair cognitive functions.
Hypericin, one of St. John's Wort major active compounds,
has been shown to increase levels of the neurotransmitter seratonin.
It is active against several viruses, including cytomegalovirus, human papillomavirus, hepatitis B
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King's 1898 Dispensatory: 'Scullcap is tonic, nervine, and antispasmodic.
This is one of those valuable agents which a certain class of physicians consider inert;
yet it has proved especially useful in chorea, convulsions, tremors, intermittent fever, neuralgia, many nervous affections.'
'In delirium tremens, an infusion drank freely will soon produce a calm sleep.
In intermittent it may be beneficially combined with lycopus.
Where teething has impaired the health of children, an infusion maybe given with advantage.
In all cases of nervous excitability, restlessness, or wakefulness,
attending or following acute or chronic diseases, from physical or mental overwork, or from other causes,
It may be drank freely with every expectation of beneficial results.'
'The warm infusion has a tendency to keep the skin moist;
The cold has a tonic influence, and either may be drank freely.
When its soothing effects have ceased, it does not leave
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Grieve: 'Echinacea purpurea has similar properties to E. angustifolia; the fresh root of this is the part used.'
Ellingwood: 'There is considerable confusion concerning the identity of the active species
of the Western States.
King introduced it into his dispensatory as rudbeckia
but not identical, chemistries, and similar, but not identical, medical reputations.
Echinacoside, for instance, is found in E. angustifolia but not E. purpurea.
But the two plants are so closely related, that an amateur botanist would have difficulty telling one from the other by looks alone.
Echinacea possesses confirmed antibacterial and antiviral properties.
It is profoundly supportive of the immune system.
effective both internally, against such as colds, flu and tonsillitis, externally to treat many kinds of stubborn skin problems.
The decoction can be used as a mouthwash for pyorrhoea & gingivitis
Douche vaginal infections.
is the subject of much contemporary research.
Its complex chemistry seems to support the immune system by activating white blood cells.
Also increases the production of interferon, an important part of the body's response to viral infections.
Many double-blind studies have confirmed that it is effective for treating colds and flu.
High circulating endothelial cells in postphlebitic patients was brought down by C asiatica triterpenic fraction Montecchio 1991 Varicose vein patients taking 60 mg/day
for three months had declines in serum uronic acid 231 mcg/ml, beta-glycuronidase 1.2 microM and acetylglucosaminidase
arysulfatase 78 to 42 nM Arpaia 1990 Four weeks of triterpene fraction decreased capillary filtration rate,
ankle circumference and edema in patients with venous pressure greater
than 42 mmH Belcaro 1990 treatment total triterpenic fraction, 60 mg, tid, decreased wheal disappearance time.
Indicating decreased capillary filtration and permeability Belcaro 1990 Plasma levels in humans,
measured by HPLC, are higher with continuing twice daily ingestion than single dose of 60 mg.
A compress made from a decoction of eyebright can give rapid relief from redness,
swelling, and visual interference from common eye infections such as sties & conjunctivitis.
A tea is usually given internally along with the topical treatment.
Recommend for problems of the respiratory tract, including sinus infections, coughs, and sore throat.
Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal':
Herbalists still retain faith in this herb
and recommend its use in diseases of the sight, weakness of the eyes, ophthalmia, etc.,
combining it often with Golden Seal in a lotion stated to be excellent for general disorders.
The juice obtained by expression from the plant in the fresh state
is sometimes employed, or an infusion in milk,
but the simple infusion in water is the more usual form in which it is applied.'
King's 1898 Dispensatory: 'Slightly tonic astringent.
Used with much benefit - infusion or poultice and catarrhal ophthalmia.
Cough, hoarseness, earache, headache, which have supervened in catarrhal affections.'
'It appears to specifically influence the nasal membranes and lachrymal apparatus.
In acute catarrh (fluent coryza), in which there is a profuse watery flow, it exerts its most specific action.
It will not only be found of great utility to control inflammatory phases of the parts during or following an attack of measles,
but tends to avert unpleasant after-effects, as catarrhal conjunctivitis, nasal catarrh, deafness, etc.
These diseases of the intestinal tract may be treated with euphrasia.' American Materia Medica, 1919
Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal':
'As a stimulant it is useful as an emmenagogue.
Employed in hysterical complaints, nervousness, lowness of spirits; general tonic.
The cold infusion is made from 1 oz. of the herb to a pint of boiling water, allowed to cool,
and taken frequently in doses of half a teacupful.
A decoction with sugar or honey is said to be good for coughs, wheezing & difficult breathing.'
King's 1898 Dispensatory: 'Tonic, carminative, emmenagogue, vermifuge, and stimulant.
This agent is one of the tonics,
influencing the whole intestinal tract, increasing the appetite,
improving digestion, promoting secretion, besides having a decided action upon the renal and cutaneous functions.'
'The warm infusion is an excellent remedy in recent colds, flatulency, worms,
atonic dyspepsia, irregular menstruation, nervous debility, hysteria, suppression of the urine, and in some febrile diseases.'
'In hysteria or flatulency, 1 teaspoonful of the compound spirits of lavender forms a valuable addition to the dose of the infusion, which is from 2 to 4 fluid ounces.
The cold infusion or extract makes a valuable tonic.
The leaves in poultice are an excellent local application in severe pain or swelling of the bowels, etc.'
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The plant contains artemisinin, this substance has proved to be a dramatically effective anti-malarial.
Artemisinin and its derivatives are a group of fast acting.
These hearbs have been widely used in China and Vietnam
recently registered in many other countries outside the Western Pacific Region.
Malaria mortality in Viet Nam dropped by 92% when these drugs were used on a nationwide basis from 1992.
Economic recovery made it possible to increase allocations to malaria control.
Collaboration between industry and researchers led to the local production of artemisinin & related for treatment.
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Extracts are easily digestible and quickly assimilated into the system.
St. John's Wort is the most popular anti-depressant in Germany, where one brand alone outsells Prozac seven to one.
In 1996, the British Medical Journal summarized the results of over 20 studies on the herb which compared it to placebos and anti-depressant drugs.
St. John's Wort not only outdid the placebos,
it showed similar results but with fewer side effects.
St. John's Wort contains Hypericin which has been used as an anti-depressant since 1942.
Tranquilizing quality of this compound increases blood flow to stressed tissue.
Sedative effect relieves pain, anxiety and nervous tension.
Variety of conditions such as chronic fatigue & mental burnout.
Some research also suggests that St. John's Wort may reduce the growth of tumors.
St. John's Wort was recommended by Hippocrates for 'nervous unrest.'
It has a 2400-year recorded history of folk use in anxiety, sleep disturbances, and worry.
The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs
recommends St. John's Wort herb for 'Internal: Psychovegetative disturbances, depressive moods, anxiety, nervous unrest.
Oily hypericum preparations dyspeptic complaints.
Treatment & post-therapy of acute contused injuries, myalgia and first-degree burns.
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Very concentrated, work faster than teas; four times stronger than capsules.
Easily digestible; quickly assimilated into the system.
Used as an infusion, decoction, extract and tincture.
Feverfew is recommended in modern European herbal medicine, as in ancient Greek herb history.
as a preventative of migraine headaches.
It an effective anti-inflammatory, vasodilator and emmenagogue.
It contains a range of compounds known as sesquiterpene lactones,
85% of which are called parthenolide.
Parthenolide helps prevent excessive clumping of platelets & inhibits the release of certain chemicals,
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According to several double blind studies with migraine patients, feverfew reduces the duration,
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Painful and sluggish menstrual flow is also relieved.
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In 1996, the British Medical Journal summarized the results of over 20 studies on the herb which compared it to placebos and anti-depressant drugs. St. John's Wort not only outdid the placebos,
it showed similar results but with fewer side effects.
St. John's Wort contains Hypericin which has been used as an anti-depressant since 1942.
The tranquilizing quality of this compound increases blood flow to stressed tissue.
This sedative effect relieves pain, anxiety and nervous tension.
Among the uses for St. John's Wort are a variety of conditions such as chronic fatigue and mental burnout.
Some research also suggests that it may reduce the growth of tumors.
The medicine was recommended by Hippocrates for 'nervous unrest.'
It has a 2400-year recorded history - anxiety, sleep disturbances, and worry.
The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute Drugs
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Psychovegetative disturbances, depressive moods and anxiety.
Oily hypericum preparations for dyspeptic complaints. ................... read more
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recommends Purple coneflower (purpurea) for 'Internal use:
Supportive colds therapy, chronic infections of the respiratory and lower urinary tract.
External use: Poorly healing wounds and chronic ulcerations.'
'Contraindications: None known.
Internal: Progressive systemic diseases, such as tuberculosis, leucosis, collagenosis, multiple sclerosis.
No parenteral administration in case of tendencies to allergies,
especially to members of the composite family (Asteraceae),
as well as in pregnancy.'
'Daily dosage: 6 - 9 ml expressed juice; equivalent preparations.
Not longer than 8 weeks.
Actions: In human or animal experiments, Echinacea preparations given internally
or parenterally have produced immune effects.
Among others, the number of white blood and spleen cells is increased,
the capacity for phagocytosis by human granulocytes is activated,
Body temperature is elevated.'
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Very concentrated; work faster than teas; stronger than capsules.
Extracts are easily digestible & quickly assimilated into the system.
Used by Native Americans, this plant is a sedative and antispasmodic.
Modern studies have confirmed this ancient tradition.
Scutellarian, a major constituent, has been clinically shown to have mild sedative & antispasmodic actions.
As an effective sedative and antispamodic, scullcap, or scutellarian,
is used in formulas for hysteria, seizures, asthma, menstrual cramping,
epilepsy, insomnia, pain, vertigo or addiction recovery.
Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal':
Scullcap has strong tonic, nervine & antispasmodic action, (slightly astringent)
hysteria, convulsions, hydrophobia, St. Vitus's dance, rickets, its action is invaluable.
nervous headaches, neuralgia, in headache arising from incessant coughing and pain,
offers one of the most reliable remedies.
The dried extract, given in doses of from 1 to 3 grains as a pill, will relieve severe hiccough
It is considered a specific for the convulsive twitchings of Saint Vitus dance,
soothing the nervous excitement and inducing sleep when necessary,
without any unpleasant symptoms following.'
It may be prescribed in all disorders of the nervous system, and has been suggested as a remedy for epilepsy.
Writing on this point in the British Medical Journal, 1915, Dr. William Bramwell says:
Its efficacy appears to be partly due to its stimulating the kidneys to increased activity....
The usual dose is an infusion of 1 oz. of the powdered herb to a pint of boiling water,
given in half-teacupful doses, every few hours.
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Very concentrated, work faster than teas; eight times stronger than capsules.
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Also called Sweet Annie, Wormwood, Chinese Wormwood, Sweet Sagewort Range:
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better known in the West as sweet wormwood, is a traditional organic herbal medicine.
An aromatic anti-bacterial plant, recent research has shown that it destroys malarial parasites,
lowers fevers and checks bleeding.
It is often used in the Tropics as an affordable and effective anti-malarial.
An infusion of the leaves is used internally to treat fevers, colds, diarrhea etc.
Externally, the leaves are poulticed onto nose bleeds, boils & abscesses.
The leaves are harvested in the summer, before the plant comes into flower.
A decoction of the leaves has been found to be useful to treat hemorrhoids,
because of its positive effect on the immune system the tea has been recommended for use by AIDS patients.
Further uses include, the vapor against coughs, and chewing the leaves to treat Candida infection in the mouth.
Ching-hao refers to the tops of Artemisia annua (the species name refers to its growth as an annual).
The Chinese name (pinyin: qinghao) makes reference to the color green (qing);
the dark green leaves at the top are the most active portion, which might account for this designation.
The latter part of the herb name, hao, indicates this type of plant, one characteristic being a tall stalk;
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It is used to increase energy, improve memory, and alleviate depression.
Some people are using to treat Alzheimer's disease, wounds, burns, & psoriasis.
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Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal Medicine:
A valuable herb for its diuretic properties;
has long been used in India as an aperient or alterative tonic,
useful in fever & bowel complaints; noted remedy for leprosy, rheumatism, ichthyosis;
employed as a poultice syphilitic ulcers.
In small doses it acts as a stimulant or narcotic...
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Commonly used to rebuild energy reserves improve memory,
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Gotu kola has been referred to as ''food for the brain''.
This oriental herb has demonstrated mild tranquilizing,
anti-anxiety and anti-stress effects,
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has a calming effect on the body and is chiefly used to support the central nervous system.
These beneficial qualities make it an excellent herb for children with A.D.D.
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In fact, s not related to kola nut and contains no caffeine.
There are three main chemical constituents,
The first is asiaticoside, which is a triterpene glycoside and classified as an antibiotic.
It aids in wound healing & has been used in the treatment of leprosy and tuberculosis in the Far East.
The second constituent is a pair of chemicals, brahmoside, brahminoside, which are saponin glycosides.
These are diuretic in nature and have a slightly sedative action in large doses.
Finally, there is madecassoside, a glycoside that is a strong anti-inflammatory agent.
The plant is also a source of organic herb Vitamin K, magnesium, calcium, sodium.
Gotu Kola has been found to have significant results in healing of skin,
other connective tissues, lymph tissue, blood vessels, & mucous membranes.
Contains several glycosides
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aAsiaticosides stimulate the formation of lipids and proteins necessary for healthy skin.
Gotu kola affects various stages of tissue development, including keratinization
(the process of replacing skin after sores or ulcers), the synthesis of collagen
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Substances of the German Federal Institute recommends Purple coneflower herbs (Echinacea purpurea).
Supportive therapy for colds, chronic infections of the respiratory and lower urinary tract.
External use: Poorly healing wounds and chronic diseases.
Contraindications: None known.
Internal: Progressive systemic diseases, such as tuberculosis, leucosis, collagenosis, multiple sclerosis.
No parenteral administration in case of tendencies to allergies,
especially to members of the composite family (Asteraceae), as well as in pregnancy.'
'Daily dosage: 6 - 9 ml expressed juice;
Semi-solid preparations containing at least 15 percent pressed ingredience.
Actions: In human or animal experiments with organic herbs supplements,
Echinacea preparations given internally or parenterally have produced immune effects.
Among others, the number of white blood and spleen cells is increased,
the capacity for phagocytosis by human granulocytes is activated,
the body temperature is elevated.'
Grieve: 'Echinacea purpurea has similar properties to E. angustifolia; the fresh root.
Ellingwood:
'There is considerable confusion concerning the identity of the active medicinal species
of the Western States.
It is often used for the same purposes, but is universally disappointing.
King introduced it into his dispensatory as rudbeckia purpurea.'
The two forms of Echinacea share similar, but not identical, chemistries,
and similar, but not identical, medical reputations.
Echinacoside, for instance, is found in E.
angustifolia
But the two plants are so closely related,
that an amateur botanist would have difficulty telling one from the other by looks alone.
possesses confirmed antibacterial and antiviral properties.
It is profoundly supportive of the immune system.
Echinacea is effective internally, against colds, flu, tonsillitis, and externally for skin problems.
The decoction can be used as a mouthwash for pyorrhoea and gingivitis; as a douche vaginal infections.
is the subject of much contemporary research.
Its complex chemistry seems to support the immune system by activating white blood cells.
Echinacea also increases the production of interferon, an important part of the body's response to viral infections.
Scientific tudy has confirmed to be effective for treating colds and flu.
Other modern clinical studies confirm that Echinacea, taken internal
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The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy & Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute Drugs
recommends Blessed Thistle for 'Loss of appetite, dyspepsia.
Contraindications.
Side Effects: Allergic reactions are possible.
Mean daily dosage: 4 - 6 g of herb; equivalent preparations accordingly.
Mode of Administration: Comminute herb and dried extracts for teas;
bitter-tasting galenical internal use.
Action: Stimulation of the secretion of saliva and gastric juices.'
Blessed Thistle's sesquiterpene lactone are responsible for the action described above.
These bitter components also serve as hormonal balancers, particularly for the female reproductive organs.
Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal':
'Tonic, stimulant, diaphoretic, emetic and emmenagogue.
It is chiefly used now for nursing mothers, the warm infusion scarcely ever failing to procure a proper supply of milk.
It is considered one of the best organic medicines.
In large doses, Blessed Thistle acts as a strong emetic, producing vomiting with little pain and inconvenience.'
Cold infusions in smaller draughts are valuable in weak
and debilitated conditions of the stomach, and as a tonic, creating appetite and preventing sickness.
warm infusion - 1 oz. of the dried herb to a pint of boiling water
in doses of a glassful, forms in intermittent fevers one of the most useful diaphoretics
to which employment can be given.'
'Four different ways of using Blessed Thistle have been recommended:
It may be eaten in the green leaf, with bread & butter for breakfast, like Watercress;
Dried leaves may be made into a powder (a drachm);
a glassful of the juice, or, which is the usual and the best method,
an infusion of the organic herb, taken as a preventive,
or when intended to remove disease, at bed time, as it causes copious perspiration.' King's 1898 Dispensatory:
The odor is faint & rather disagreeable, their taste is exceedingly bitter.
Their properties are yielded to water or alcohol, forming a draught when infused
with the former fluid, but a sickening and repulsive decoction.'
'A cold infusion is tonic; a warm infusion diaphoretic & emmenagogue; if strong, emetic.'
'Used as a tonic in loss of appetite, dyspepsia, and intermittent diseases.'
Valuable also in the forming stage of febrile & inflammatory affections.
and it acts well in menstrual suppression from cold.
Dose of the powder,
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As King's puts it, 'Its popular name, 'boneset,'
is derived from its well-known property of relieving the deep seated pains in the limbs
which accompany this disorder [influenza], colds and rheumatism.'
As Grieve puts it
It is stated that the popular name Boneset is derived
from the great value of this remedy in the treatment of a species of influenza
which had much prevailed in the United States,
and which from the pain attending it was commonly called Break-Bone Fever'
Boneset is a flu & fever symptom-reliever.
It is also helpful with rheumatic pain; contains active sesquiterpene lactone, flavonoids and polysaccharides.
One polysaccharide has been shown to increase immune cell function.
Boneset has also been shown to raise the body temperature,
that is, it has a demonstrable diaphoretic effect.
Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal Medicine:
'Stimulant, febrifuge and laxative.
It acts slowly & persistently; its greatest power is manifested upon the stomach, liver, bowels and uterus.'
It is regarded as a mild tonic in moderate doses,
Also diaphoretic, more especially when taken as a warm infusion,
in which form it is used in attacks of muscular rheumatism, general cold.
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The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy & Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends
Purple coneflower herb
'Internal use:
Supportive therapy for colds, infections of the respiratory and lower urinary tract.
External use: Poorly healing wounds and chronic ulcerations.'
Contraindications: None known.
Internal: Progressive systemic diseases, such as tuberculosis, leucosis, collagenosis, multiple sclerosis.
No parenteral administration in case of tendencies to allergies with organic herbs,
especially to members of the composite family (Asteraceae), as well as in pregnancy.'
'Daily dosage: 6 - 9 ml expressed juice;
Semi-solid preparations containing at least 15 percent pressed ingredience
Actions: In human and/or animal experiments,
Echinacea preparations given internally or parenterally have produced immune effects.
Among others, the number of white blood & spleen cells is increased,
the capacity for phagocytosis by human granulocytes is activated, and the body temperature is elevated.'
Grieve: 'Echinacea purpurea has similar properties to E. angustifolia; the fresh root of this is the part used.
Ellingwood:
'There is considerable confusion concerning the identity of the active medicinal species of echinacea.
The echinacea purpurea of the Eastern States has been thought to be identical with the angustifolia
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It also has an ancient reputation for aiding mental clarity or lowering blood pressure.
Hydrocotyle asiatica, listed by Grieve & King's, is sometimes listed as a synonym,
but Oriental medical references say that Hydrocotyle is actually a edicinally inferior plant.
Centella's saponins (including asiaticoside,
madecassoside - madasiatic acid) seem to reduce scar formation in wound healing
by inhibiting the production of connective tissue as they simultaneously close the wound.
As the research below indicates,
Centella has been experimentally shown to be 'effective in venous insufficiency, reducing ankle edema, foot swelling, capillary filtration rate and improving micro circulatory parameters.'
The herb is very famous.
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'Daily dosage: Tincture (1:5) with 50 percent (v/v) ethanol from native dry extract (50 percent ethanol, 11:1), corresponding to 900 mg herb.
Information for children's dosage is not available.
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