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Mentha Pulegium

Q to 6XMentha-pul
Mentha Pulegium · Pennyroyal · "The Pennyroyal Emmenagogue"
EmmenagogueUterineStimulantHeadacheHistoricAbortifacient

Prepared from Pennyroyal, historically used as an emmenagogue and uterine stimulant. The crude herb has a well-known history as an abortifacient and carries significant toxicity risk in that use — a caution reflected in its homeopathic profile.

THE ESSENCE
Emmenagogue action stimulating delayed or suppressed menstruation, with associated headache.
Emmenagogue — stimulates delayed/suppressed menses
Give when you see
Emmenagogue for delayed/suppressed menses
Headache linked to menstrual irregularity
⚠️ Crude herb has significant toxicity history — use only in appropriate homeopathic dilution under supervision
WORSE FROM
Not well documented
BETTER FROM
Not well documented
BODY SYSTEMS
Headache associated with menstrual delay
DOSAGE
potency: Q to 6Xfrequency: As directed by practitionerduration: Short course, under strict supervision
Informational only. These are general references — always consult a qualified homeopath for diagnosis and treatment.
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