Sunday, November 8, 2020

Materia Medica Lesson 7-14:Hamamelis, Witch Hazel

 Good topically for varicose veins. Everything on the branch is useful. Good for hemorrhoids. It is astringent.

HAMAMELIS (Witch Hazel) TWIGS AND LEAVES. Tincture [Fresh Herb, 1:2] 10-60 drops as needed, and diluted for topical use. BARK. Serviceable as Standard Decoction topically. STATUS : W/C

From  SPECIFIC INDICATIONS FOR HERBS IN GENERAL USE Third edition Michael Moore:

HAMAMELIS As an eyewash in acute ophthalmia. As a mouthwash for sore gums. Acute pharyngitis with hyperemia. Chronic pharyngitis with pale, relaxed mucosa. Chronic sinusitis with nasal catarrh, thickened relaxed mucosa (also as a gargle). Passive capillary hemorrhage. Varicose veins with relaxed tissues, sense of fullness; venous stasis in turgid veins, not from cardiac decompensation or portal hypertension. Hemorrhoids, painful, extruding, with sense of fullness, weight, congestion. Abrasions with bruises and dermal irritations (topical). Leukorrhea, viscous, fetid (as douche, with Hydrastis). Uterus, congestion, with hemorrhoids or dull aching urination. Varicosities during pregnancy (external fomentation). 

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