What are Anodynes?

Anodynes are herbs that relieve and soothe the sense of pain. Some anodynes will be better suited for nervous system pain while others for muscle pain. This action is may be used to lesson the excitability of nerve centers and nerves and is synonymous with Analgesics.

Herbal Examples:

• Arnica (Arnica montanum)

• Turmeric (Cucuma longa)

• St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

• Kava Kava (Piper methysticum)

• Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)

• Valerian (Valeriana officnalis)

• Hops (Humulus lupulus)

• Marijuana (Cannabis sp.)

• Skullcap (Scutellaria laterifolia)

• White Willow Bark (Salix spp.,)

• Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)