Herbal Remedies: Jamaican Dogwood
Latin Name: Piscidia erythrina
Uses: Insomnia, Pain
Description: Jamaican dogwood is used as a sedative and anodyne for insomnia caused by pain or nervous tension. It is especially useful for the elderly. It is also reported effective for neuralgia, cramping pain during menstruation, sciatica, earache, migraine, and is a specific for toothache. The herb is sometimes recommended for relieving pain and discomfort of whooping cough, combined with other herbs.
Part Used: Bark
Preparation/Dosage: 20 dr to 2 drpfl (Tincture)
Organs/Systems Affected: Nervous
Caution: For larger doses than 1 dropperful, it is best to consult an herbalist or qualified health care practitioner.
Source: C. Hobbs' Herbal Advisor.
| Contraindications Do not take Jamaican Dogwood if any of the following conditions applies to you: |
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| Nothing on record. | |
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| Nothing on record. |
| Drug Interactions Do not take Jamaican Dogwood with any of the following medication: |
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| Nothing on record. |
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