PROPERTY: Scutellaria has relaxing nervine action, antispasmodic, astringent, diuretic, sedative and tonic. Sharpen convulsions, delirium tremens (in alcoholics), excitability, hysteria, restlessness, insomnia and panic attacks.
It helps to soothe nervous headache, neuralgia, women’s cramps, menstrual disorders and some inflammatory conditions such as rheumatism.

PREPARATION: Infuse 1 teaspoon of skullcap in a cup of boiling water for about 10 minutes, strain and drink 3 times a day.

WARNING: the overdose may cause dizziness, contraction of the limbs and symptoms of epilepsy. It may also interact with the nervous system drugs, should therefore be taken under medical supervision.
In the absence of more information, it is not recommended during pregnancy and lactation.