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Herbal Remedies for Spasms

Muscle spasms or cramps are contractions of a muscle. They can be painful and have a variety of causes, including heavy exercise, dehydration, menstruation and pregnancy.

Spasms in the smooth muscles of the body, especially in the intestines, uterus, bronchial areas, are best treated with antispasmodics. For spasms and tics of the skeletal muscles, use a rexalant and antispasmodic like kava.

Herbs Used To Treat Spasms

HerbTreatment SupportApplication
Chamomile, Romanantispasmodictincture, tea, essential oil
Cramp Barkantispasmodictincture, tea, capsule
Kava Kavaantispasmodictincture
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