What are ANTISPASMODICS?

Antispasmodics are herbs that help prevent or relax muscle spasms! This herbal action is also synonymous with Spasmolytics. Many antispasmodics are special because they share a nervine and carminative action. These actions also reduce physical and psychological tension. Antispasmodics are going to have an affinity for menstrual cramping, ureter cramping (aka kidney stones), leg cramps, tense muscles, etc.

Herbal Examples:

• Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa

• California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)

• Lobelia (Lobelia inflata)

• Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)

• Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)

• Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

• Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata)

• Jamaica dogwood (Piscidia erythrina)

• Wild Cherry Bark (Prunus spp.)

• Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora)

• Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)

• Cramp Bark (Viburnum opulus)

• Ginger (Zingiber officinalis)

• Kava Kava (Piper methysticum)