Motherswort Tincture (Leonurus cardiaca)is used to relieve afterbirth pains, strengthen heart, calm nerves, menopause symptoms such as hot flashes & night sweats, painful or irregular periods, and as a uterine tonic. Use 1 dropper under the tongue as needed to ease pain. Organic ingredients include Motherwort aerial parts, alcohol, distilled water, and glycerin.Motherwort contains alkaloids (including L-stachydrine), an iridoid (leonurine), diterpenes, favonoids, caffeic acid and tannins.  Nicholas Culpepper stated that "there is no better herb to drive away melancholy vapours from the heart, to strengthen it and make the mind cheerful"(1652).  This herb promotes relaxation without drowziness, strengthens heart function and stimulates the muscles of the uterus.  Especially suited for delayed menstruation, menstrual pain, and premenstrual tension.  It should not be used if bleeding is heavy.

These claims have not been evaluated by the FDA.  This product is not suitable for use as a beverage. Made in a Cottage-Food Operation not subject to Florida Food Safety Regulations.  Sources:  The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants; Andrew Chevallier, PhD; DK Publishing, 1996