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Gumweed Tincture

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Gumweed Tincture T-GW-F
Label: Beneficial Botanicals
Botanical Name: Grindelia squarrosa
Other Names: curly-top or curlycup gumweed
Parts Used: fresh flower tops
Organic: Yes
Tincture Ratio: 1:1
Origin: USA

Known Uses:
Allergy Relief
Asthma Relief
Bronchitis
Expectorant
Antispasmodic
Smooth Muscle Relaxant

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Expectorant / Antispasmodic / Anti-inflammatory

Grindelia may contain as much as 21% of amorphous resins, as well as tannin, laevoglucose, and a little volatile oil. The presence of glucosides has not been confirmed. Other active compounds include flavanoids such as kumatakenin and acacetin; and diterpenes of the grindelane type.

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Useful in asthmatic and bronchial conditions as a potent expectorant and antispasmodic, Gumweed also acts to relax smooth muscles and heart muscles. This helps to explain its use in the treatment of asthmatic and bronchial conditions, especially where these are associated with a rapid heart beat and nervous response. Because of the relaxing effect on the heart and pulse rate, there may be a reduction in blood pressure.

The Gumweed tincture may also be used topically to keep poison oak and poison ivy rashes from spreading.

Known Dosage (for Adults)
20 to 30 drops (1 to 2 ml) taken two to three times a day as needed for asthmatic and bronchial conditions.

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Prolonged use of Gumweed can cause irritation in the stomach or kidney. Because of the relaxing effect on the heart and pulse rate, there may be a reduction in blood pressure. Don not take Gumweed in combination with blood pressure medicine.

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Blumenthal, Mark et al. 1998. The Complete Commission E Monographs. Austin: American Botanical Council.

Wren, R.C. 1988. Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs. Essex: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.
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photo credit: Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station

This information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare provider. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of this extract is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare provider before taking this tincture.

$15 In stock
Size Options 2 oz w/ dropper (0) 4 oz w/ dropper (14)

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