Dosage

Intervention: 5 to 10 drops per day.
Treatment: 10-15 drops, 3 times per day max.

Directions for use

Shake before using. Take directly on the tongue or in a half glass of water or tea, 15 to 30 minutes
before meals. For long-term treatment, use 6 days out of 7.

Mode of Action
Yarrow contains flavonoids (plant-based chemicals) that increase saliva and stomach acid, helping to improve digestion. Yarrow may also relax smooth muscle in the intestine and uterus, which can relieve stomach and menstrual cramps. The flowers are used to treat various allergic mucus problems, including hay fever. The dark blue essential oil, extracted by steam distillation of the flowers, is generally used as an anti-inflammatory or in chest rubs for colds and influenza. The leaves encourage clotting, so it can be used fresh for nosebleeds. The aerial parts of the plant are used for phlegm conditions, as a bitter digestive tonic to encourage bile flow, and as a diuretic. The aerial parts act as a tonic for the blood, stimulate the circulation, and can be used for high blood pressure. It is also useful in menstrual disorders, and as an effective sweating remedy to bring down fevers. Yarrow intensifies the medicinal action of other herbs taken with it, and helps eliminate toxins from the body. It has Analgesic, Amenorrhea, antiphlogistic, anti-inflammatory agent, used to control bleeding, blood clots, lowers blood pressure, blood purifier, blood vessels (tones), colds, chicken pox, circulation, cystitis, diabetes treatment, digestion (stimulates) gastro-intestinal disorders, choleretic, dyspepsia, eczema, fevers, flu's, gastritis, glandular system, gum ailments, heartbeat (slow), influenza, insect repellant, inflammation, emmenagogue, internal bleeding, liver (stimulates and regulates), lungs (hemorrhage), measles, menses (suppressed), menorrhagia, menstruation (regulates, relieves pain), nipples (soreness), nosebleeds, piles (bleeding), smallpox, stomach sickness, toothache, thrombosis, ulcers, urinary antiseptic, uterus (tighten and contract), gastroprotective, varicose veins, vision, may reduce autoimmune responses. A decoction of the whole plant is employed for bleeding piles, and is good for kidney disorders. It has the reputation also of being a preventative of baldness, if the head be washed with it. Internally it is used for loss of appetite and dyspepsia. Externally it is used as a sitz bath for female disorders.

Helpful Associations

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Ethnobotany
A. millefolium Linn., Family composite used in various purposes such as leaves, flowers, Aerial parts, root, essential oil etc. are
known to have potential pharmacological activity such as expectorant, analgesic, anticancer, hypotensive, and antiinflammatory agent. It also plays a significant role in treatment of fevers, arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, Cardio vascular complaints etc. in traditional medical practices.
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) plant has flexible medicinal use and it is very resourceful as a herbal medication is established from the fact that various parts of the plant can be used for healing different disorders. The flowers, essential oil, leaves as well as aerial parts are useful in some way or the other.
An infusion can be prepared by steeping the flowers into boiling water for some time. If taken internally, the infusion is useful for upper respiratory phlegm. It may also be useful to heal eczema when applied externally as a wash. Fresh yarrow flowers may be added to boiling water and the aroma inhaled to cure hay fever and mild asthma.

History
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) has been used as a primary medicinal herb for thousands of years, and was known as Herba militaris in classical times because of its ability to stop bleeding on the battlefield. Yarrow has a long history of use in many cultures around the world including those of Scandinavia, Asia and Europe.
The mythological history of Yarrow is fascinating; its Latin name comes from Achilles, the legendary Greek warrior, who used Yarrow to heal his soldiers who were wounded in battle. According to herbal legend, Chiron the centaur taught Achilles how to use the herb, which was said to have grown from the rust on his spear. Yarrow is also associated with Aphrodite, Hermes, and the European Horned God. However, this is not the earliest appearance of Yarrow in history, as it was even found (along with other medicinal plants) in a grave at a Neanderthal burial ground.
Yarrow was used in many traditions, and has many different meanings. In the Victorian language of flowers, Yarrow can represent both war and healing. This herb has been used in magical traditions for contacting or seeking out a specific person and in divination and love spells. An ancient Asian saying states that “Wherever Yarrow grows, one need not fear wild beasts or poisonous plants.” The I Ching even uses Yarrow stalks in its ritual.

Contra-Indications
Yarrow also has traditionally been used as an abortifacient, emmenagogue, contraceptive, and for stimulating uterine contractions. For this reason, it is contra-indicated for use in pregnancy.

Interactions
Blood-thinning medications. High doses of yarrow may slow down blood clotting.
Lithium. Yarrow may increase the amount of lithium in the body, leading to dangerous levels.
Medications to reduce stomach acid. Medications for high blood pressure, Drugs that cause sleepiness.