Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Virginia Snake Root Aristolochia serpentaria, L	Antispasmodic, diaphoretic, stomachic.	Single product	Nov. 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Virginia Snake Root, Serpentary, Birthwort. Parts Used: Root. Historical Uses: Virginia Snake Root has been used by native Americans as a poison antidote especially in cases of snake, mad dog, mosquito, spider, wasp, bee bites and to neutralize other poisons in the body.1 It is reputed to help loosen lung mucus, increase urinary flow and induce sweating to complete poison elimination.1 It has also been employed to stimulate the appetite and to help relieve flatulent colic and nausea.2 It is said to have been used in the treatment of biliary ailments, rheumatism, gout, fever, throat and kidney infections and to increase circulation.1,2 Contraindications: None. Adverse reactions: May be toxic if taken in large doses. Avoid prolonged use. Dosage: 20 to 40 drops, on or under the tongue, three to four times per day, as needed. Use with as good bowel management program. 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; M. Grieve, A Modern Herbal, Internet site Botanical.com. © 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd All right reserved 1 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990, p.175. 2 S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.278

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