Herb · North America

Skullcap

Scutellaria lateriflora

4.4 / 5

Medium potency

Traditional Uses

Nervine tonicSedativeAnxiolyticAntispasmodic

Addresses Symptoms

anxiety insomnia nerve pain stress ADHD

How to Prepare

Brew as tea or take 350mg extract 3x daily.

Safety profile

Generally safe. Avoid with sedatives.

Check interactions with your medications

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