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Equisetum genus of the fern ally family Equisetaceae. These plants have a high content of thiaminase, and horses which eat a lot of them, usually in their hay, develop thiamin deficiency. This is characterized by incoordination, falling, bradycardia and severe cardiac irregularity. Response to treatment with thiamin is rapid and complete. Includes E. arvense, E. hyemale, E. laevigatum, E. limosum, E. palustre, E. ramosissimum. Called also horsetails, foxtails, marestails. |
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BD #508 Horsetail Herb, Equisetum tea is used to prevent fungus, blight, mildew etc. The Chipman area is now referred to as our Central Area; Red Earth, Equisetum and Otter are the cornerstones of our Northern Area. Depending on the child's pattern of symptoms, a homeopath may prescribe any of the following remedies for enuresis: Causticum for the child with loss of bladder sphincter muscle control; Phosphorus for the child who is thirsty and wants cold, icy drinks; Equisetum, which is high in silica, for the child who has nightmares; Pulsatilla for the shy, clingy child who needs affection and attention; or Sepia for the child with poor bladder sphincter control who wets the bed upon falling asleep. |
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