PDR for Herbal Medicines

278/ENGLISH LAVENDER PDR FOR HERBAL MEDICINES

asleep period and lengthening of sleep duration) and a

reduction of motor activity.

In humans, after inhalation of the drug, an effect on the

limbic cortex (similar to nitrazepam) was demonstrated.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Approved by Commission E:

• Loss of appetite


• Nervousness and insomnia


• Circulatory disorders


• Dyspeptic compaints

Internally, English Lavender is used for mood disturbances

such as restlessness or insomnia, functional abdominal

complaints (nervous stomach irritations, Roehmheld syn-

drome, meteorism, nervous intestinal discomfort).

Externally, English Lavender is used in balneotherapy for

treatment of functional circulatory disorders.

Unproven Uses: In folk medicine, English Lavender is used

for migraine, cramps and bronchial asthma. Externally, it is

used for rheumatic conditions (the drug as an extract in

liniments), as a sedative in cases of tension, exhaustion; also

for poorly healing wounds (lavender baths) and for sleep as

aroma therapy (herb pillow).

PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS

No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction

with the proper administration of designated therapeutic

dosages. The volatile oil possesses a weak potential for

sensitization.

DOSAGE

Mode of Administration: The whole drug is used for

infusions, as an extract and as a bath additive. Combinations

with other sedative and/or carminative herbs may be

beneficial.

Preparation: An infusion is prepared by adding 5 to 10 ml of

drug per cup of hot water (150 ml), draw for 10 minutes, and

strain. For external use as bam additive, 100 g of drug is

scalded or boiled with 2 liters of water and added to the bath.

Daily Dosage: A tea prepared as indicated above can be
administered 1 cup three times daily. One to 4 drops of
Lavender oil may be placed on a sugar cube.
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English Plantain

Plantago lanceolata

DESCRIPTION

Medicinal Parts: The medicinal parts are the dried leaves,

the dried herb and the fresh plant.

Flower and Fruit: The globular or shortly cylindrical spikes

are on erect or ascending, 5-grooved, appressed pubescent