Internally, linden flower infusion is taken for the following conditions:
Methods of administration and dosages: 2 tablespoons of crushed linden flowers are infused in 200 ml of hot boiled water, steeped for 20 minutes. Taken internally in a warm form, 1-2 cups 2-3 times a day after meals.
Externally, the infusion is used for:
Contraindications: Individual intolerance.
Internally, lavender is taken as a sedative and calming remedy for migraines, neurasthenia, and tachycardia. It is also used as a diuretic and antispasmodic agent. Lavender helps normalize stomach acidity, increases appetite, lowers blood pressure, and promotes the flow of bile.
Method of application and dosage: 20 g of raw material is poured with 400 ml of boiling water, infused until cooled, and strained. It is taken in doses of 1/2 cup 3-4 times a day. Externally, it is used as a rubbing agent for inflammation of the middle ear and as an analgesic for headaches, dislocations, and sprains.
Externally, a tincture of the herb in sunflower oil is used for rubbing into affected areas: 1 part of the raw material is poured with 5 parts of unrefined sunflower or olive oil, infused for 1-2 months.
Contraindications: individual intolerance.
Internally, it is taken as an antipyretic and sedative for cramps in rheumatism and polyarthritis, headaches, hypochondria, epilepsy; as an antiparasitic remedy for expelling roundworms and pinworms; as a cholagogue for liver and gallbladder diseases, as well as for kidney and bladder inflammations, menstrual cycle disorders, and nervous excitement.
Method of application and dosage: Decoction - 2 tablespoons of finely chopped raw material, pour 0.5 liters of boiling water, simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, let it infuse for half an hour to an hour, and drink 1/4-1/3 cup three times a day 20-30 minutes before meals.
The infusion of tansy is prepared in the same proportion. It is usually taken in 1/4-1/3 cup three times a day. In case of peptic ulcer disease, the dose of infusion and decoction can be increased to 1/2 cup per intake.
Externally, it is used for treating purulent wounds, ulcers, bruises, rheumatism, scabies, and for washing the head in case of pediculosis (lice infestation). Steep 1 tablespoon of flower heads in 400 ml of boiling water for 2 hours.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance, not recommended during pregnancy and for children of a younger age. The plant is potent, strict dosage is required.