Myotics herbs that cause contraction of the ciliary muscles of the eye (makes
the pupil smaller) (Arena Nut, Jaborandi).
Narcotics depresses central nervous system, thus relieving pain and
promoting sleep (Belladonna, Coca, Grindelia).
Nauseants herbs that produce nausea or an urge to vomit when taken in large
doses (similar to emetics) (Lobelia, Quassia, Vervain).
Nephritis inflammation of the kidney (Bugleweed, Culver’s Root, Horse
Chestnut).
Nervine a tonic for the nerves. Helps to relieve pain and regulate the nervous
system. Also strengthens functional activity of nervous system. May be
stimulant or sedative. (Skullcap, Lobelia, Valerian).
Neurasthenia severe nerve weakness; nervous exhaustion.
Neuromuscular concerning both the nerves and muscles.
Neuropathy a complex of symptoms caused by abnormalities in motor or
sensory nerves. Symptoms may include tingling or numbness, especially in
the hands or feet, followed by gradual, progressive muscular weakness.
Neurotransmitter 1. a chemical substance that transmits nerve impulses from
one nerve cell to another (includes acetylcholine, dopamine, gamma-
aminobutyric acid, epinephrine, nor-epinephrine, and serotonin); 2.
substances that transmit nerve impulses to the brain.
Neurotics acts upon the nervous system.
Neutrophils are responsible for much of the body’s protection against
infection. They play a primary roll in inflammation, are readily attracted to
foreign antigens (chemotaxis), and destroy them by phagocytosis.
NK Cells natural killer cells.
Norepinephrine a neurotransmitter produced by the adrenal medulla, similar
in chemical and pharmacological properties to epinephrine, but it is chiefly a
vasoconstrictor and has little effect on cardiac output.
Nutraceutical 1. a food- or nutrient-based product or supplement designed
or used for a specific clinical or therapeutic purpose; 2. using the active
principle from an herb; increasing its potency; then adding it back to form a
high potency formula.
Nutrients substances needed by the body to maintain life and health.
Nutritives increases weight and density; nourishes the body. Helps supply