Herbal Remedies: Wintergreen
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Latin Name: Gaultheria procumbens Uses: Neuralgia, Rheumatism, Sciatica |
Description: Oil of wintergreen, which contains methyl salicylate, is widely used externally for its anti-inflammatory activity for arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica, and sore muscles. The tea of the herb has a refreshing astringent taste and is used as well for nephritis and neuralgia, irritated bladder, and children's headaches.
Part Used: Herb
Preparation/Dosage: 1 cup 2-3 x daily (Infusion)
Organs/Systems Affected: Integumentary, Digestive
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| Oil of wintergreen is too toxic to be used internally. | |
| Source: C. Hobbs' Herbal Advisor. |
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Contraindications Do not take Wintergreen if any of the following conditions applies to you: |
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| Nothing on record. | |
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| Nothing on record. |
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Drug Interactions Do not take Wintergreen with any of the following medication: |
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| Nothing on record. |
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