Family

• Paeoniaceae

Constituents

• Essential Amino Acids
• Vitamins
• Minerals

Parts used

• Root

Properties

• Analgesic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antibacterial
• Antispasmodic 

Indications

Internal use

• Gastroesophageal reflux
• Gastritis
• Digestion problems
• Migraine
• Nervous disorders
• Back pain
• Torticollis
• Rheumatism
• Pertussis
• Spasms
• Absence of menstruation
• Painful menstruation

External use

• Skin lesions associated with eczema

Side effects

Overdosage can cause nausea and diarrhea. 

Contraindications

 Peony is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Interactions

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Forms of use

Against rheumatism, digestive and menstrual cycle disorders:

Decoction:

• Place in cold water 2 to 3 g of chopped roots to 1 cup of water.
• Boil for 15 minutes and strain.
• Drink 3 cups a day, before each meal.

Against nervous disorders:

Infusion:

• Boil 1 teaspoon of chopped roots to 1 cup of water for 15 minutes.
• Allow to infuse for 5 to 10 minutes and filter.
• Drink 3 cups per day, before each meal.

For external use against eczema and rheumatism:

Compresses:

• Make the decoction indicated for internal use.
• Wet a cloth and apply directly to the lesions, 2 or 3 times a day.