Sunday, December 27, 2020

Convallaria, Lilly of the Valley

 Has some effects like digitalis. Slows and strengthens pulse. Doesn't build up in the system like digitalis. Fewer side effects, but not as good for severe cardiac issues.

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

CONVALLARIA 

Palpitations, arrythmia with tachycardia.

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