Difference between revisions of "Schizonepeta"
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Other Names: Cataire Japonaise, Chataire Japonaise, Hairy Sage, Herba Schizonepatae, Japanese Catnip, Japanese Mint, Jing Jie, Nepeta multifida, Schizonepetae Herba, Schizonepeta multifida, Schizonepeta Spica, Schizonepeta tenuifolia, Schizonepetae Herba, Tenuifolia.<br>Schizonepeta is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.<br> | Other Names: Cataire Japonaise, Chataire Japonaise, Hairy Sage, Herba Schizonepatae, Japanese Catnip, Japanese Mint, Jing Jie, Nepeta multifida, Schizonepetae Herba, Schizonepeta multifida, Schizonepeta Spica, Schizonepeta tenuifolia, Schizonepetae Herba, Tenuifolia.<br>Schizonepeta is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.<br> | ||
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==Special Precautions of Schizonepeta== | ==Special Precautions of Schizonepeta== | ||
*Schizonepeta appears to be safe in low doses for most people. In high doses, a chemical in schizonepeta might damage the liver. | *Schizonepeta appears to be safe in low doses for most people. In high doses, a chemical in schizonepeta might damage the liver. | ||
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*Psoriasis. | *Psoriasis. | ||
*Heavy menstrual bleeding. | *Heavy menstrual bleeding. | ||
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[[Category:herbal medicine]] | [[Category:herbal medicine]] | ||
Revision as of 09:45, 26 January 2014
Other Names: Cataire Japonaise, Chataire Japonaise, Hairy Sage, Herba Schizonepatae, Japanese Catnip, Japanese Mint, Jing Jie, Nepeta multifida, Schizonepetae Herba, Schizonepeta multifida, Schizonepeta Spica, Schizonepeta tenuifolia, Schizonepetae Herba, Tenuifolia.
Schizonepeta is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.
Special Precautions of Schizonepeta
- Schizonepeta appears to be safe in low doses for most people. In high doses, a chemical in schizonepeta might damage the liver.
- Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of schizonepeta during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
- Liver disease: There is a concern that schizonepeta might make liver disease worse. Don’t use it if you have a liver problem.
Benefits and uses of Schizonepeta are
- Eczema. Scientific studies have shown mixed results. Some research shows that schizonepeta in combination with 9 other herbs (Zemaphyte) might reduce redness and irritation. However, other research shows no effect.
- Common cold.
- Fever.
- Sore throat.
- Psoriasis.
- Heavy menstrual bleeding.
