Antispasmodic

“...While there is little research on the use of this plant, herbalists have for many years recommended it as a tonic, nervine, and antispasmodic.  Skullcap is still used for these conditions in teas as well as capsules and tablets...”

“...Although little research has been performed, bayberry is said to have stimulant, astringent, emetic, antispasmodic, alterative, expectorant, diaphoretic, and tonic properties...”

“...Klonopin (Klonazepam): Anti-anxiety medication and anti-convulsive/antispasmodic.  It is useful in dealing with muscle twitching...”

“...Cardamom is considered carminative, stomachic, and antispasmodic.  These three activities make it a common ingredient in preparations for indigestion, nausea, and suspected food poisoning...”

“...These active ingredients contribute to chamomile's anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and smooth-muscle relaxing action, particularly in the gastrointestinal tract...”

“...Chanca Piedra has been proven in scientific studies to have antihepatotoxic, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, febrifugal, and hypoglycemic activity...”

“...Chinese skullcap is a plant native to China and parts of Russia that is well known for its sedative, antispasmodic, analgesic, and even anti-cancer properties...”

“In order to maintain proper balance of the antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory prostaglandins (PGE1 and PGE3) with the pro-spasmodic and pro-inflammatory prostaglandins (PGE2), it is critical to have the proper balance of essential fatty acids...”

“...Little research has been conducted on this plant, but preliminary lab experiments suggest it may have antispasmodic activity.  The dried or fresh herb is said to have anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, astringent, diaphoretic, stimulant, laxative and diuretic properties...”

“...It also invigorates the central nervous system, being a nerve stimulant and antispasmodic.  Other constituents of caffeine include volatile/aromatic oil, tannic acid, protein, dextrin, glucose, oil, wax, and gum...”

“...Listed in the Merck Index as an antispasmodic (uterine), this was a favorite of many of the eclectic physicians for cramps, uterine cramping and pain, pain in the back or thighs, neuralgia, and trigger point pains...”

“...The most common medicinal use for cumin seems to be as a carminative, antispasmodic, and stomachic.”

“...arthritis creams and analgesic ointments, eucalyptus stimulates blood flow and warms the area, relieving pain in muscles and joints; Stimulant: Eucalyptol acts to stimulate blood flow; Diuretic; Antispasmodic; Antimalarial: Its antiseptic properties give it some antimalarial action; Earache: Inhaled eucalyptus fumes open the Eustachian tubes, draining fluids and relieving pressure; Difficulty...”

“...Key Actions ... antispasmodic...”

“...Gotu Kola is an adaptogen; alterative (depurative); antirheumatic; antiseptic; antispasmodic; bitter; mild diuretic; peripheral vasodilator; nervine & relaxant (large dose becomes sedative); vulnerary & connective tissue eutrophic; vermifuge...”

“...Hawthorn is antispasmodic, sedative, and a vasodilator...”

“...Other activities attributed to hibiscus are uterine and intestinal antispasmodic, bactericidal, appetite suppressant, diuretic and mild laxative...”

“...Nettle leaf powder has been described as diuretic, antispasmodic, antiallergic, and hemostatic...”

“...Antispasmodic herbs may help to relax the muscles...”

“...Likewise, valerian has been shown to be sedative and antispasmodic.  It is most often used to decrease the time of sleep onset...”