Botanica Medica Products
All the herbal products which you will find on this page are made according to traditional methods by the medical herbalists of Botanica Medica. Our herbal remedies are very carefully formulated and safe to use, but we may only prescribe them after a brief but free consultation with one of our highly qualified medical herbalists.
Bathing Therapies
During Victorian times, herbal medicines were associated with “taking the waters”, and for thousands of years, herbs have been prescribed in warm baths. Our range of therapeutic bathing salts reflects this long history of absorbing the therapeutics of plants through the skin by soaking in herbal baths.
- Mustard Bath – Our most popular bath salts. A mustard bath helps to promote skin detoxification, relaxe muscles, improve sleep, and clear the nasal passages. It most wonderfully comforts a cold.
- Rose Petal Bath – This is a delightful gift for someone special, especially if they are suffering from a broken heart. Made with mineral salts and precious rose essential oil.
- A-V Bath – Based on our AV Drop formulae, these bath salts may help to clear blocked sinuses and ease the symptoms of a cold.
- Bergamot and Lavender Bath - A beautiful calming bath with bergamot which is used by aromatherapists to lift the spirits, and relaxing lavender.
Herbal Elixirs
- Elderberry Rob: Based on a recipe so old, that it was known as an ancient recipe when the early herbals were first written. This absolutely delicious syrup is wonderfully comforting when added to boiling water as a hot-toddy when you feel the chills of a winter cold. To doubly comfort yourself when you have a cold, try our Mustard Bath.
Herbal Infusions
- B.P. Tea – A traditional blend of herbs which may help to bring the blood pressure back to normal levels.
- Colic Tea – To be drunk by nursing mothers or babies to ease cramping.
- Digest Tea – Settles the stomach after eating, calms the gut and eases bloating.
- Early Days Tonic Tea – The herbs in this tea have been used traditionally to enhance milk supply, and reduce infant colic.
- Essiac Formulae – Made according to Rene Caisse’s original formulae.
- Garden Petals – Beautiful to look at and beautiful to drink. Made from rose petals, lavender and two types of chamomile, this is a delightful tea to tranquilise the senses.
- Kidney Tea – A herbal tea made of herbs traditionally used to support optimal kidney function.
- Linseed Lax – The seeds and herbal powders naturally encourage regular bowel movements, whilst sweeping away old sticky faecal matter from the colon wall. We suggest adding our Optibac probiotic to further improve the bowel environment.
- Liver Tea – By gently stimulating bile flow, this infusion contains herbs which have traditionally been used to support liver health.
- Lung Tea – A herbal tea with herbs which have been used for centuries to promote healthy lungs and loosen sticky mucus in the lungs. Mustard Bath is a great accompaniment.
- Nausea Tea – A traditional herbal infusion which may relieve the nausea from the start of the pregnancy.
- Period Pain Tea – Cramp bark and ginger have been used to quickly soothe pain, whilst the Linden blossom helps to calm irritability or tearfulness.
- Raspberry Leaf Tea – Drink during the last three months of pregnancy. This herb has been used by women for generations to support delivery.
- Runny Tummy – We have found this tea very helpful for those suffering from short term loosness of bowels. Excellent when combined with probiotics. Contact your herbalist if symptoms persist.
- Sinus Tea – This tea is made up of herbs which may reduce sinus congestion and mucus.
- SleepiTime Tea – This tea has been known to make people doze off even before they have finished drinking the infusion. Wake up feeling deeply rested.
- Tender Tummy Tea – May help to soothe a tender and sore digestive tract.
- WeeTea – Contains herbs which have been used traditionally to ease mild bladder infections. If symptoms persist, please talk to a herbalist who can prescribe a stronger herbal formula.
- Yeast Tea – This tea is a good start to controlling yeast overgrowth, especially when combined with an excellent probiotic.
Herbal Creams and Ointments:
- Acute Pain Rub – An ointment with a high percentage of essential oils to relax tight muscles and ease pain.
- ArnicaPlus – Contains Arnica tincture, which has a long tradition as a herb to reduce bruising, and Wintergreen, which is rich in natural anti-inflammatory chemicals called salicylates.
- Baobab Creme – The oil from the Baobab tree is rich in vitamins A, D, E and F, as well as Omega 3, 6 & 9, and this no doubt accounts for its traditional use as a skin regenerator. The oil helps to improve elasticity by deeply nourishing very dry and damaged skin without clogging the pores. Our Baobab Creme is simply made from paraben-free base crème and Baobab oil. As it does not contain any essential oils, this crème is appropriate for ultra dry and sensitive skin.
- Candida Gel – Made from Aloe vera gel and a formulae of essential oils which have been shown to have anti-fungal properties, yet soothing to the skin.
- Chickweed crème – Our much loved crème used to soothe and moisturise inflamed and itchy skin.
- Chronic Pain Rub – This crème is formulated for long term use over painful joints and muscles.
- Hand & Heels – Made according to a very old recipe, this ointment is deeply moisturising for very dry cracked hands and heels. Perfect for Gardeners.
- Herp-Ease – Over the years many people have reported how effective this crème is in helping to reduce cold-sore, sun blister and herpes flare-ups.
- Molluscum Creme – Blended with herbs and essential oils with anti-viral properties. May support children suffering from viral skin conditions.
- Roses Mallows & Aloes – Our most popular crème. Precious rose essential oil, high concentrations of Vitamin E, deeply nourishing Aloe vera and Macadamia oil which mimics our natural skin oils makes this wonderful crème deeply nourishing for the skin.
- Scar Salve – Vitamin E and Gotu kola have been used traditionally to promote the health of skin tissues, and this creme may be helpful in reducing skin redness and scar tissue. We suggest it for stretch marks, acne scars and post-surgery scars.
- Spot Salve – Contains herbal extracts which deeply clean the skin, help to reduce scar formation and reduce excess sebum production.
- Rose Water – This Rose water is the best quality we have ever found. It is simply pure Damascus rose and spring water, and is superb for cooling hot itchy eyes during the hayfever season, or as a refreshing skin tonic.
Pessaries & Suppositories
- BV Pessaries – Contains Neem and other essential oils which are aimed at reducing the disease causing bacteria within the vagina.
- Candida Pessaries – With soothing cocoa butter and anti-fungal essential oils, these pessaries and suppositories naturally help to reduce fungal growth in the vagina and bowel.
- Suppositories for Piles – For internal haemorrhoids (Piles).
Herbal Capsules
Our herbal capsules are made in the dispensary by the herbalists. The capsules are vegetarian and filled with pure herbal powders. There are no fillers, and no chemicals.
- Agnus castus Capsules – Used since ancient times to rebalance female hormones and reduce male hormones – hence its common name “Chaste Berry”.
- Candicaps – Contains powdered herbs with anti-fungal properties.
- Garlic Capsules – Garlic is a superb anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti- fungal herb. It is the smelly component of the garlic which does the work, so deodorised garlic is not useful. Our capsules are non-deodorised pure powdered garlic, but because the herb is only released in the stomach – your breath will not smell.
- Gingko and Ginger – To support circulation
- Milk Thistle Plus – A complex of herbs for liver support.
- Red Rice Yeast – May be used as part of a cholesterol lowering program.
- Rutin – Helps to support capillary integrity. Helpful with varicose veins and piles.
- SawPalmetto Capsules – Very popular amongst our male patients, helping to support prostate health.
- St John’s Wort – St John’s Wort has a reputation as an excellent anti-depressant, but it is less well known that the herb has anti-viral and liver supportive actions. May be helpful for depression, nerve damage and nerve pain.
- Valerian Complex – A complex of herbs which are traditionally used to quieten a busy mind, calm nerves and allow a deeper sleep.
Tinctures & Glycerites
The vast majority of our Tinctures, Elixirs and Glycerites are made on site by the herbalists. We prefer to make our own medicines as we love the quality that we are able to produce by making small batches of herbal extracts in the traditional hand made methods. We also use as many fresh plants as we are able to harvest, as this produces the most vital herbal medicines. There is a certain satisfaction for all of us in the cycle of collecting the herbs, making the medicine, witnessing its healing effect on our patients, and finally returning the exhausted herb from the extraction process back to the earth.
For Children and Babies:
- Anti-Viral Glycerite – A sweet tasting and gentle formula with Elderberries, traditionally used to protect against colds.
- Colic Glycerite – One of our most popular products. We find it works very quickly to soothe cramping tummies.
- Immune Glycerite – A gentle immune tonic for children with herbs traditionally used to support the immune system and maintain healthy lungs.
- Nasty Cough Glycerite – These herbs may help to clear the infection and sticky mucus from the lungs.
- SleepiTime Glycerite – A gentle soothing blend for children and babies to help induce a gentle sleep.
For Adults:
- Adrenal Tonic - Contains a blend of herbs to support those who feel in danger of burn-out.
- Anti-Viral Formula – A blend of herbs which have been used historically to fight viral infections.
- Detox Formula – An excellent formula of herbs which have been used traditionally to detoxify toxins from the cells. May be useful as part of a weight loss program.
- Elixir of Myrrh - Helpful for those with bleeding and spongy gums.
- FemaleVital – The herbs in this formulae have been used by generations of women to enhance vitality and healthy libido.
- Immune Tonic – May help those who are run down to rebuild their stamina and immune resistance.
- MaleVital – The herbs in this blend have been used by men for generations to help raise libido, enhance physical stamina, lift the spirits, and build muscle bulk.
- Period Pain – May helps to relieve the symptoms of pain during the menstrual period.
- Prostate Formula – Contains a blend of herbs traditionally used to protect against benign prostatic enlargement.
- Sleep Formula – This blend is made from herbs which may calm the mind, thus allowing you to drop off into a restorative sleep.
- Stamina Tonic - A combination of herbs to support mental and physical stamina and natural vitality.
Botanical Vapours & Drops
In France, the doctors tend to use essential oils differently to the way we do in Britain. They will use them for more medical purposes, and at higher doses than traditional English aromatherapy. In 2008, Jo went to France to study advanced clinical aromatherapy with two of the world renowned essential oil consultants living in France. The range of Botanical vapours is the result of that endeavour.
Vapours
The botanical vapours are contained in an inhalation tube, which is small, very discreet and easy to use.
- CalmBalm Vapours – Made according to the same relaxing formuation as the CalmBalm gel, but in a discreet little inhaltion tube which can be kept in the pocket.
- A-V Vapours – This inhaler is particularly convenient in environments where viral and bacterial infections are likely, such as long-haul aeroplane journeys, or classrooms.
Drops
- A-V Drops – These drops are rich in essential oils and can be used at the first sign of a cold or 'flu. These drops should always be followed with an immune tonic.
- Bronchial Chest Rub – A rich oil to be rubbed on the chest and back during a chest infection. The essential oils are inhaled and help to open the airways allowing for easier breathing.
- Menopause Oil – This oil is based on Macadamia oil and vitamin E to support healthy membrane tissue. It is very soothing to excessively dry vaginal mucuous membranes.
- Mullein Ear Oil – Oil infused with fresh mullein flowers provides an incredibly soothing oil for flakey itchy skin in the ears, and the build up of wax.
- Sinus Drops – This blend of essential oils has been used for generations to help disinfect and decongest the sinuses and nasal passages.
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