Botanicals - Integumentary and Musculoskeletal

Question 1

Which botanical herb is:
Astringent, vasoconstrictive, veno-tonic, anti-inflammatory, mild expectorant
Topical use: hemorrhoids, pruritus ani, varicose veins, nocturnal leg swelling
Internal use: venous insufficiency, DVT, varicose vein, thrombophlebitis, edema, chronic prostatitis
SE: nausea, IM may cause hepatitis or renal failure
Unprocessed fruit is highly toxic

Answer 1

Aesculus hippocastanum

Horsechestnut

Question 2

Which botanical herb is:
Vulnerary and antiseptic
Internal use: gastric ulcerations
External use: skin trauma, surgical wounds, gingivitis, oral ulcers, varicose veins
SE: excessive use = redness/burning sensation
C/I: topically on deep wounds

Answer 2

Calendula officinalis

Marigold, Calendula

Question 3

Which botanical herb is: 
Anti-cataract
Used topically for: cataracts
SE: nausea, HVOD, hepatic failure, death
C/I: internal use, broken skin, pregnancy/lactation
Synergistic w/ hepatotoxic drugs

Answer 3

Cineraria marítima

Dusty miller

Question 4

Which botanical herb is:
Anti-inflammatory, anti-catarrhal, astringent, vasoconstrictor
Used for: ophthalmias, allergic rhinitis/conjunctivitis, sinusitis, blepharitis, hordeolum, eye trauma

Answer 4

Euphrasia officinalis

Eyebright

Question 5

Which botanical herb is:
Astringent, anti-inflammatory, local hemostatic effect
Used for: all cases of bleeding (internal/external), easing s/sx of hemorrhoids, bruises, inflamed swelling, varicose veins, diarrhea, dysentery, sore throat, tonsillitis, acute catarrh
SE: digestive complaints, high doses inc. risk of esophageal and liver CA
C/I: some instances of diarrhea

Answer 5

Hamamelis virginiana

Witch hazel

Question 6

Which botanical herb is:
Antimicrobial, anti-secretory, astringent, anti-inflammatory, carminative,
Used for: inflammation of the mouth, throat, and tonsils, internally as mouthwash for gingivitis, glossitis, stomatitis, aphthous ulcers, laryngitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, promote wound healing, dyspepsia,
SE: restlessness, tremor, hot flashes, convulsions, dizziness, emmenagogue, abortifacient, convulsions
C/I: large doses, stimulates the muscles of uterus, pregnancy/lactation

Answer 6

Salvia officinalis

Sage

Question 7

Which botanical herb is:
Flower used for: colds/flu (antiviral), catarrhal inflammation of URT (hay fever, sinusitis)
Leaf used topically for: bruises, sprains, wounds, internally diuretic, diaphoretic, and expectorant
Berry used for: rheumatism, laxative, diuretic,
C/I: high fever

Answer 7

Sambucus nigra

Elderberry

Question 8

Which botanical herb is:
Demulcent, relaxing expectorant, vulnerary, astringent
Topical use: wounds, dermatitis, osseous fracture, ulcers, bruises, gingivitis, mastitis
Internal use: dry cough, hemoptysis, inflammation of lungs and GI tract, UTI, dysentery, GU bleed
SE: nausea, HVOD, hepatic failure
C/I: Liver dz

Answer 8

Symphytum officinale

Comfrey

Question 9

Which botanical herb is:
Alterative, expectorant, anti-spasmodic, anti-tumor
Used for: childhood eczema, psoriasis, skin conditions, CA growths (topically), cough, bronchitis, whooping cough
SE: contact dermatitis
C/I: estrogen sensitive BCA, bleeding d/o
Potentiates anticoagulants

Answer 9

Trifolium pratense

Red clover

Question 10

Which botanical herb is:
Antioxidant, venotonic, anti-diarrhea, nutrient, astringent, hypoglycemic
Leaf uses: acute/chronic dysentery, cystitis, DM, externally - burns, skin, inflammation of oral mucosa
Fruit uses: diarrhea, early myopia, retinopathies, inflammation of mouth and pharynx, varicose veins
SE: diarrhea, long-term use of leaf causes liver/kidney damage
C/I: pregnancy/lactation
Potentiates insulin and hypoglycemic drugs

Answer 10

Vaccinium myrtillus

Billberry, blueberry

Question 11

Which botanical herb is:
Topical anti-inflammatory, vulnerary, immune stimulant
Used topically for: bruises, phlebitis, rheumatism, strains/sprains, myalgia
SE: may cause contact/allergic dermatitis when applied topically
C/I: internal use, broken skin and allergy

Answer 11

Arnica montana

Question 12

Which botanical herb is:
Anti-inflammatory, circulatory stimulant, analgesic, antiseptic, astringent
Used for: asthma, Crohn’s, UC, OA, RA, chronic prostatitis, inflammation
SE: GI irritation or pain - Take w/ food
Enhances NSAIDS

Answer 12

Boswellia serrata

Frankincense

Question 13

Which botanical herb is:
Anodyne, sedative, anti-rheumatic, anti-viral, cathartic
Used for painful rheumatisms, laxative, emetic, diuretic, duodenal ulcers, asthma, bronchitis
SE: skin contact = rash, infx, blister, necrosis, OD: vomiting, bloody diarrhea, colic, collapse, paralysis
C/I: pregnancy/lactation

Answer 13

Bryonia alba
(White bryony)
Bryonia cretica dioica
(Red bryony)

Question 14

Which botanical herb is:
Anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, anodyne, analgesic, bitter, digestive stimulant, hepatic
Used for: arthritis, tendonitis, dyspepsia, lack of appetite, liver and GB complaints
C/I: stomach/duodenal ulcers
Incompatible w/ drugs intended to reduce gastric acid secretion

Answer 14

Harpagophytum procumbens

Devil’s claw

Question 15

Which botanical herb is:
Skeletal muscle relaxant, antispasmodic, sedative, anxiolytic
Used for: nervous anxiety and stress, restlessness, tension and agitation, neuralgia (facial, trigeminal, toothache)
SE: hepatotoxicity, addictive, exfoliative dermatitis, ulcers, vomiting, unconsciousness
C/I: Pregnancy, endogenous depression - may increase danger of suicide
Potentiates anti-psychotics and benzos

Answer 15

Piper methysticum

Kava kava

Question 16

Which botanical herb is:
Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, febrifuge, anti-rheumatic
Used for: rheumatism, gout, fever, aches, pains, menstrual pain, sweating, hot flashes
SE: N&V, GI irritation, tinnitus, lethargy, dizziness, cerebral edema, seizures
C/I: children w/ flu-like s/sx, Reye’s syndrome, G6PD deficiency, pregnancy/lactation, long-term use
Potentiates acetaminophen and NSAIDS. DO NOT use as a substitute for aspirin if blood-thinning is required.

Answer 16

Salix alba

White willow