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Common Name
Rue
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Botanical Name
Ruta graveolens
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Part Used
Herb
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Alcohol
30%
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Dose
10 to 20mL weekly
Traditionally used for the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Rue is used to regulate menstruation and bring on delayed periods (due to shock, stress or other causes) in combination with uterine tonics. It can be used in the digestive system for griping and the respiratory system for spasmodic coughs. It can also be used in hypertension and varicose veins.
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Traditional Use
An exceedingly bitter herb rue is a plant rich in folklore, culinary and medicinal use.
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Actions
Emmenagogue, uterine stimulant, abortifacient, circulatory stimulant, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, anthelmintic, antimicrobial, bitter, antitussive, stimulating expectorant, rubefacient, tonic
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Indications
• Fibroids, endometriosis, dysmenorrhoea, amenorrhoea (where pregnancy is excluded), oligomenorrhoea
• Colic, bowel tension, flatulence
• Rheumatism, arthritis, gout, sprains, especially as an ointment
• Fevers
• Multiple sclerosis, nervous overactivity, tension
• Spasmodic coughs, bronchial and croupy conditions
• Hypertension, heart palpitations
• Intestinal worms
• Externally for eye ailments including conjunctivitis, cataracts and to improve vision, head lice, ring worm, insect repellent -
Energetics
Warming, drying, pungent, bitter.
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Use in Pregnancy
Contraindicated because it is a uterine stimulant and abortifacient.
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Contraindications & Cautions
Although a rare occurrence, if handled in sunlight (ultraviolet A light) skin contact with rue can cause photosensitivity and can cause a painful rash. Gardeners growing rue are advised to wear protective clothing when handling it.
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Drug Interactions
Caution with photosensitising drugs
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Mugwort, Sage, Wormwood