Respiratory: COPD, respiratory congestion, anti-inflammatory, possibly asthma, ear infections

Cardiovascular: Hypertension

Gastrointestinal: Indigestion, heartburn, canker sores, gas, nervous stomach, constipation, colic, cramps, rectal pain

Musculoskeletal: Mild muscle relaxer, joint pain

Glucose: May help protect against hyperglycemia

Skin: Helps to heal insect bites, burns, minor cuts, inflammatory conditions, possibly acne, hair loss (in combination with thyme, rosemary, and cedarwood), healing, cold sores, and eczema.

Immunity: May help boost immunity

Genitourinary:  Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) may increase estrogen and decrease testosterone, vaginal pain (?)

Neurologic: Restlessness, insomnia,  migraines (apply oils to temples), dementia, post-herpetic neuralgia after shingles (used as aromatherapy)

Mental Health: Restlessness, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and stress may reduce agitation in dementia (inhaled and oral preparations)

Other: Fall prevention in the elderly and infirm may help increase appetite. Pain reduction - especially after surgery (inhaled), insect repellent

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SIDE EFFECTS: Excess use may cause constipation and headaches. Skin irritation sometimes occurs when topically applied, and appetite increases, possibly gynecomastia (breast enlargement) in men, a potential hormone disruptor (contains phthalates)

CAUTION/CONTRAINDICATIONS: Significant pollen allergies (avoid tea). It may interact with antianxiety drugs and other herbs that cause drowsiness, making you even more sleepy. You may want to avoid it if you take blood pressure-lowering medications or herbs.

FORMS: Commonly oils, tea, oral tablets and capsules

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DOSAGES: As directed

Reported doses - May NOT be supported by evidence as reported by various sources (WebMD, RxList, Epocrates, German Commission E, NIH publications and others). Read dosages and instructions carefully when available on the label.

• Oral Lavender: 80-160 mg daily for up to 10 weeks. Oils for infusion or topically: Variable dosage

• Hair loss: Massage oil into scalp daily

• Anxiety: 80-160 mg lavender oil by mouth daily 500-1500 powdered flower by mouth 2 times daily use in a diffuser for 30 minutes

• Aphthous ulcer (canker sore): Apply 2 drops to area 3 times daily

*Disclaimer: The material above is for informational purposes only. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition. The uses listed above are tentative; some have or are undergoing research trials, but many are not FDA-approved. It is essential that you investigate these supplements further before deciding to use them. Check interactions and contraindications on sites like Drugs.com or WebMD. Do not attempt to treat a serious condition like liver, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart, cancer, diabetes, or thyroid issues without discussing it with a healthcare provider first. If you are pregnant, do not use supplements without discussing it with your healthcare provider.