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Glossary: Antispasmodic
 


Definition
Preventing spasms.

Topics Related To Antispasmodic
Bruxism (Clenching/Grinding Teeth)The Condition
"...Klonopin (Klonazepam): Anti-anxiety medication and anti-convulsive/antispasmodic..."

Cardamom

As A Treatment
"...Source Cardamon is considered carminative, stomachic, and antispasmodic..."

Chamomile

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

Chronic Inflammation

Relationship to EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) Requirement
"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..."

Cramp Bark

As A Treatment
"...Reasons For Use 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..."

Cumin

As A Treatment
"...The most common medicinal use for cumin seems to be as a carminative, antispasmodic, and stomachic..."

Fennel

As A Treatment
"...Key Actions ... antispasmodic..."

Hawthorn Berry Extract

As A Treatment
"...Hawthorn is antispasmodic, sedative, and a vasodilator..."

Hibiscus

As A Treatment
"...Other activities attributed to hibiscus are uterine and intestinal antispasmodic, bacteriocidal, appetite suppressant, diuretic and mild laxative..."

Torticollis (Loxia, "Wryneck")

The Condition
"...Antispasmodic herbs may help to relax the muscles..."

Valerian Root

As A Treatment
"...Likewise, valerian has been shown to be sedative and antispasmodic..."





Last updated: Jul 26, 2007


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