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Yerba mansa

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: Lizard tail
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Anemopsis californica
Related Remedies: Berberine
Barberry
Goldenseal
Goldthread
Oregon grape root

Description: Yerba mansa is a perrenial flowering plant native to southwestern North America. It is from saururaceae family. It contains berberine. Its root is used medicinally. For other uses see berberine, barberry, goldenseal, goldthread and Oregon grape root.

Oral Uses

  • Dysmenorrhea RatingRating

    Yerba mansa alleviates menstrual cramps and pain. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • General arthritic conditions RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory; reduces joint inflammation and alleviates symptoms. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • General inflammation RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation of mucous membranes. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • General pain RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation and pain. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Gonorrhea RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth and alleviates symptoms. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Gout RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory and a diuretic; reduces inflammation; increases and promotes urine flow; helps to eliminate excess uric acid and alleviates symptoms. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Kidney stones RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow; helps to eliminate excess uric acid and prevents kidney stone formation. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Astringent RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an astringent; reduces secretions. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Depurative RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is a depurative and a blood cleanser. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Diaphoretic RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is a diaphoretic; promotes sweating. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Diuretic RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Stimulant RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is a stimulant; stimulates and increases body functions and energy. Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Topical Uses

  • Athlete's foot RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an antifungal; fights fungus and alleviates symptoms. Apply yerba mansa containing topical preparation 2-5 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Diaper rash RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an antifungal; fights fungus and alleviates symptoms. Apply yerba mansa containing topical preparation 2-5 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • General gum conditions RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory; reduces gum inflammation and alleviates symptoms. Use yerba mansa containing toothpaste or a mouthwash 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Sore throat RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation of throat and alleviates symptoms. Gargle with yerba mansa containing tea 3-5 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Yeast infection RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an antifungal; fights fungus and alleviates symptoms. Use yerba mansa containing vaginal douche 2-5 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Uterine cancer Rating

    Yerba mansa fights uterine cancer. Use yerba mansa containing vaginal douche 2-5 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Apply yerba mansa containing topical preparation 2-5 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRating

    Yerba mansa is an antifungal; fights fungus. Apply yerba mansa containing topical preparation 2-5 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Take yerba mansa daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Cautions & Side Effects

For safety and cautions see berberine, barberry, goldenseal, goldthread and Oregon grape root.

Available Forms

Yerba mansa is available in capsule, tincture or tea bag form.

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