Ch 1 L4: Syrups & Topical Preparations Flashcards by J G

What is the average adult dosage for syrups?

1 Tbs every 4 hours

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What is the average child dosage for syrups?

1 tsp every 4 hours

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What is the infusion to sugar/honey ratio for syrups?

1:3

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What are the two main topical uses for water infusions?

rinses and washes

- baths and soaks

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What water temp is considered a “hot bath”?

98°F-104°F

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What water temperature is considered tepid or lukewarm?

89°F-98°F

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What water temperature is considered a cool bath?

66°F-80°F

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What are the uses of washes and rinses?

Used for mucus membranes such as eyes, mouth, nose etc

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What are the uses for baths and soaks?

Allows for topical absorption of plant constituents, believed to balance qi. Hot baths also help relieve stress

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What is the action of a hot bath

Opens capillaries

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What is the application of a cool bath

Closes capillaries

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What is a common application for tepid or luke warm baths?

Fevers

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What are two uses for steams?

Assist in relieving upper respiraory distress or discomfort

Opens pores in skin and encourages healthy skin purging.

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What are some uses for the “Sock Treatment” folk remedy?

Fight infections
Relieve insomnia
Relieve pain
Relieve upper respiratory infections
Neck pain
Laringitis
Migraines
Bronchitis
Ankle injuries
Fevers
Extreme cold in extremities

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What is the benefit of using a ginger infusion in sock treatment?

Increases heat

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What infusions are indicated for sock treatment used for sprains?

Yarrow

Witch hazel

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What herbs are indicated for use in upper respiratory steams?

Chamomile
Thyme
Marjoram
Lavender
Sage

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What is the indicated use of a bath utilizing comfrey leaf?

Muscle sprains

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What is the indicated application of a bath using apple cider vinegar and rose?

Deodorization and calming of itchy skin

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What is the indicated use of a syrup using wild cherry bark, elecampane and horehound?

As a cough syrup

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What is the indicated use of a syrup with elecampane and cinnamon?

Deep lung infection

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What is the indicated use of the following bath formula:
Epsom salt
Baking soda
Chamomile
Juniper berry
Pine needles
Sage
Peppermint
Eucalyptus essential oil
Peppermint essential oil
Juniper essential oil

A soak for muscle aches and soreness

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What is a salve?

An infused oil, thickened with beeswax

What is a balm?

A scented salve, generally used more frequently as a perfume or for aromatherapy

What is the "rule of thimb" wax to oil ration for formulating salves and balms?

1:8

What is ylang ylang essential oil indicated for?

Stress Anxiety Depression Aphrodisiac

What is chamomile essential oil indicated for?

``` To calm Analgesic Antispasmodic Anti depressant Anti inflammatory ```

When is chamomile essential oil contraindicated?

Pregnancy

What is tea tree essential oil indicated for?

``` Infection Antispasmodic Respiratory system issues Dandruff Muscle aches ```

What is tea tree essential contraindicated for?

Open wounds

What is grapefruit essential oil indicated for?

Antispasmodic Mentally refreshing Energizing

What is the main citrus essential oil warning?

Photosensitizing

What is ppepermint essential oil indicated for?

Cooling Deodorizing Energizing Mental alertness

When is peppermint essential oil contraindicated?

Pregnancy

What is eucalyptus essential oil indicated for?

``` Respiratory issues Chest and sinus congestion Antiseptic Antispasmodic Decongestant Muscle pain and aches Stimulant Migraines ```

When is eucalyptus contraindicated?

Pregnancy

What is clary sage essential oil indicated for?

``` Cough Sore throat Stress Fatigue Congestion ```

What common essential oils are contraindicated during pregnancy?

``` Chamomile Peppermint Eucalyptus Rosemary Jasmine Lavender ```

What is rosemary essential oil indicated for?

``` Mental stimulant, Memory Congestion Joint and muscle aches Analgesic ```

When is rosemary contraindicated

Pregancy

What is jasmine indicated for?

``` Addiction Stress Libido Aphrodisiac Respiratory issues ```

When is jasmine essential oil contraindicated?

Pregnancy

What is lavender essential oil indicated for?

``` Stress Headaches Depression Sedative Deodorant Antiinflammatory Antispasmodic ```

When is lavender essential oil contraindicated?

Pregnancg

What are three main types of poultices?

Emollient Medicated Rubefacient

What is the indication of yarrow poultices?

Staunch bleeding | For fresh bruises

What is the indication for plantain leaf poultice?

Bug bites | Itchiness

What is the i dication for calendula poultices?

As a vulnerary for cuts and scrapes

What is an emollient poltice?

Relieves inflammation by use of warmth and moisture

Name at least five emollient poultice ingredients.

``` Flax seed Oat meal Bran Bread and milk Plantain leaf Marshmallow root Cabbage Turnip Potato Carrot ```

What are the actions of medicated poultices?

``` Astringent Styptic Anodynes Vulneraries Disinfectants ```

What is a rubefacient poultice?

Releives inflammation and congestion by drawing blood to the surface of the skin

What is a side effect of rubefacient poultices?

Skin irritation and redness

Name at least three rubefacient poultice ingredients.

``` Mustard seed Ginger Rosemary Cayenne Garlic ```

What is another name for a rubefacient poultice?

Plaster