Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Meadowsweet Filipendula ulnaria	Anti-inflammatory, astringent, cholagogue, diuretic.	Single product	Nov. 2000 Replaces: August 1996

Common Names: Meadowsweet, Queen of the Meadow. Parts Used: Flowers. Historical Uses: Meadowsweet has been used in traditional medicine as a natural "aspirin" to treat rheumatism and arthritis.1 A chemical compound, derived from this plant in the 19th century, is used in the manufacturing of modern aspirin. Meadowsweet has been also employed to help relieve pain and to treat flatulent colic, respiratory problems, gout, water retention, fever and painful urination.2 It is also considered useful in relieving hyperacidity and heartburn. 1 Contraindications: None. Adverse reactions: Avoid excessive consumption as it may cause constipation. Dosage: 40 to 80 drops after each meal and as needed. Externally, apply liberally to affected areas, as needed. 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 The Lawrence Review of Natural Products 1 Atlas des plantes m�dicinales,Fernand Nathan, Paris, 1976, p.138

This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.