Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Damiana Turnera aphrodisiaca L.	Aphrodisiac, diuretic, laxative, urinary antiseptic.	Single product	June 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Damiana, Herba de la Pastora, Mexican Damiana. Parts Used: Leaves. Historical Uses: It is said that the Aztecs were among the first to used Damiana as an aphrodisiac.1 Hence, the plant is still used today to stimulate sexual desire. Damiana has been used in cases of impotency in men and frigidity in women. Damiana has also been used in the treatment of nervous tension and depression and is regarded as a useful general tonic.2 Other uses include urinary tract inflammation, cystitis, bed-wetting, urinary calculi and diabetes.2 Contraindications: Damiana should be used with precaution in cases of severe urinary tract disease. Adverse reactions: None. Dosage: 5 to 10 drops to 1tablespoon three times per day until changes occur. It may take as long as 10 days before changes are felt. References: S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989; Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990; The Lawrence Review of Natural Products. © 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd All right reserved 1 The Lawrence Review of Natural Products 2 S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.125

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