Tag Archives : Epilepsy

Kava Kava

Kava Kava

Kava kava is a tropical shrub with big leaves in the shape of hearts. The root of that plant is mainly used to treat anxiety disorders and to relive anxiety associated with stress. Lower doses of Kava cam improve activity and awareness, while large doses may cause drowsiness. Kava is often prescribed to treat stiffness, insomnia, pain, jet lag, uncontrolled epilepsy and anxiety. Scientists have found [...]
Gingko biloba linked to seizures, says study

Gingko biloba linked to seizures, says study

Patients with epilepsy using gingko biloba, commonly used herbal remedy, may face an increased risk of seizures, warns a novel German research. Seizure is defined as an abnormal movement or behavior due to unusual electrical activity in the brain, according to WebMD. Epilepsy is a group of related disorders characterized by a tendency for recurrent seizures.
Adrue (Cyperus articulatus)

Adrue (Cyperus articulatus)

Adrue (Cyperus articulatus): The aromatic properties of the drug cause a feeling of warmth to be diffused throughout the whole system and it acts as a sedative in dyspeptic disorders. Adrue is used in traditional African and Asian medicine to control nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and gas. It is also used for headaches and epilepsy; for blood in the urine, and for some female disorders such as menstrual [...]
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