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| Description: Crampbark comes from a plant known most commonly as the Wild Guelder Rose (Viburnum opulus), a shrub which is commonly found in England and North America. It has dark green leaves and clusters of deep red berries. It grows up to 10 feet high, and is commonly found in British hedgerows. As the name suggests, it is the bark of this tree which has shown itself an effective medicinal. As implied by the name, this herb can be used to relieve menstrual cramping. It acts as a relaxant on the uterine muscles, causing less contracting and pain. Crampbark acts as a uterine sedative (stopping both cramping and contractions), and may be helpful in the prevention of premature onset of labor. Useful in treatment of: Menstrual Cramping, pregnancy and Post Partum. Recommended Dosage: 3 to 5 droppers of tincture several times daily for menstrual cramping. For postponement of labor, consult a health care professional. Contraindications: None. References: |
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