Top 12 Herbal Remedies for Seizures

Seizure is a condition which is caused when electrical impulses are discharged in the brain cells. Recurring seizure leads to a condition called as epilepsy. In this condition, a number of electrical discharges in the brain start functioning improperly.

There are different types of seizure depending on the location in the brain that has been affected viz. partial and generalized seizures. Exact cause of seizure is not known but medical disorder, genetic factor, head trauma, pre-natal injury etc. maybe some of the causes of this disease. Age, hormonal changes, head injuries, gender, childhood fever etc.

are some of the factors that affect seizures. Symptoms of this disease include loss of consciousness, temporary confusion, convulsion, loss of awareness etc. There are a number of medicinal herbs that are effective in reducing the symptoms of seizures but one should consult the doctor about proper dosage and side effects that may hinder with the treatment before consuming them.

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Top Herbal Remedies for Seizures

Passionflower

The herb is effective in the treatment of seizures. It helps in reducing restlessness and inducing sleep. It can be consumed in the form of tea taken for three times in a day. It is also available in the form of liquid extract taken as forty five to sixty drops per day.

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Valerian

Valerian is a perennial plant the flower extracts of which have medicinal uses. Root of this herb is effective in reducing the symptoms related to seizures. It has sedative properties and is non-toxic. It can be used for treating seizures for long term period.

One capsule of one thousand milligrams of this herb can be consumed for two times in a day and one hour before going to sleep. The herb acts as an anticonvulsant agent for treating epilepsy. It is a good tonic herb that helps in stimulating the nervous system. It can also be consumed in combination with lemon balm.

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Motherwort

It is a Chinese herb that is helpful in the treatment of seizures. It contains stachydine and leonurine that are useful for lowering the blood pressure. The herb has sedative properties and is beneficial for the nervous system.

One teaspoon of dried leaves can be added in two hundred fifty millilitres of hot water. Consume this decoction once a day. Lemon can be added for sweetening it. The herb is a good nerve tonic and has sedative properties.

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Mistletoe

It is one of the Chinese herbs and is useful for treating seizure disorders. Leaves of this herb can be used for preparing tea. Avoid using berries as these can be toxic. This herb is very useful in healing the spleen and improving the symptoms related to seizure.

It is good for the nervous system and has sedative properties. Leaves of this herb can be used in the form of capsule. Consume one capsule of four hundred fifty milligrams per day. Consuming it in excessive amount is harmful for health.

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Chamomile

The herb is beneficial in treating seizure disorders. It is safe for use and has sedative properties. The herb can be consumed for three times in a day. It contains apigenin that is useful for relaxing the body and is helpful for the nervous system. Consume this herb in the form of tea or capsule. Seven hundred milligrams of capsules can be consumed for three times in a day.

Chamomile tea is beneficial for the treatment of seizure. It can be prepared by adding one tablespoon of chamomile in dried form in eight ounces of boiled water. Soak it for five to eight minutes and consume before sleep. Vanilla, mint or citrus juice can be added to the chamomile tea for enhancing the flavour. Infusion prepared from this herb is also good for reducing the symptoms of seizures.

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Lavender

The herb acts as a relaxant and anticonvulsant agent. Lavender essential oil is helpful in healing the symptoms of seizures. It is prepared from the fresh flowers of lavender. The herb may cause side effects and hinder in the medical treatment. Thus one should talk to the doctor before consuming this herb.

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Black Cohosh

It is a good medicinal herb that is helpful for treating epilepsy. Roots of this herb are helpful and soothe the nervous system. It calms the brain and prevents epileptic seizures. Side effects are rare but may cause nausea, high blood pressure etc. Pregnant women should avoid consuming this herb.

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Blue Vervain

It is a good remedy for treating seizures.  It is also available in the form of capsule, tea, dried leaves and liquid extract. One capsule of three hundred sixty milligrams can be taken before sleep. Prepare decoction by adding two ounces of the herb in one quart of water. It can also be used in the form of tincture and can be taken for longer time for treating epilepsy.

Use half teaspoon of this tincture and dilute in one glass of water. Take this for three times in a day. Ten to thirty drops of the liquid extract can be consumed for three times in a day. It is safe for use but pregnant women should avoid consuming it.

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Gotu Kola

The herb is helpful for the nervous system. It helps in strengthening the memory and concentration. It acts as an anticonvulsant agent and is useful for treating seizures.

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Kava

Kava is a traditional herb and has a number of therapeutic uses. The herb has sedative properties and is useful for the treatment of seizures. Those who are suffering from Parkinson’s disease and has damaged liver should avoid consuming this herb.

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Lobelia

Lobelia is a safe herb for the treatment of seizures. It can be consumed in the form of capsules. Consuming two to five drops of lobelia seed pod tincture is helpful for the treatment of seizure. Pregnant and nursing women should not consume this herb.

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Ginseng

Ginseng is good for strengthening the immune system and fighting against stress. Four hundred to six hundred milligrams of North Korean ginseng can be consumed by those suffering from epilepsy. The herb can also be consumed in the form of tincture or tonic.