Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm is commonly used in Europe as a tea, liquid extract and topical recipe.  During past times, Lemon Balm or Melissa officinalis has been used in surgical dressings for wounds and in recipes or preparations to treat venomous or infectious bites and stings such as with dogs and scorpions. 

Today, lemon balm's primary use involves the treatment of cold sores and teething. 

It is also commonly used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent. 

Lemon balm Dosage Info: 

Dosage Range : 

•  Topically: Apply 2 to 4 times daily or as often as desired during an outbreak. For best results, apply at the first signs (burning, tingling, itching) of a cold sore or fever blister. If condition worsens or does not improve in 7 days, consult a physician. 

•  Hydroalcoholic liquid extract: Mix and take 30-60 drops of a 1: 1w/v extract in favorite beverage 2-3 times a day. 
•  For teething, mix and administer 2-5 drops of a liquid extract diluted in beverage 3-4 times a day as needed. 

Most Common Dosage: 

•  Topically: Apply 3 times daily or as often as desired during an outbreak. For best results, apply at the first signs (burning, tingling, itching) of a cold sore or fever blister. If condition worsens or does not improve in 7 days, consult a physician. 
•  Hydroalcoholic liquid extract: Mix and take 30 drops of a 1:1w/v extract in favorite beverage 3 times a day as needed. 
•  For teething, mix and administer 3 drops of a liquid extract diluted in beverage 3 times a day as needed. 

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•  Nature's Way Melissa-Lemon Balm, 100 capsule, 1.47 g. 

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•  SOOTHING FOOT Lemon Balm from Puritan Pride. 

Benefits of lemon balm & Functions: 

•  A cream recipe or preparation of melissa may be useful for the treatment of cold sores. 

•  In addition to shortening the healing period of cold sores, lemon balm may aid in the prevention of spreading the infection. 

•  Studies suggest that lemon balm may also have a soothing effect on typical symptoms of cold sores like itching, tingling, burning and swelling. 

•  It may function as an antioxidant when taken internally. 

•  It supports the nervous system, possibly helping to decrease stress and improve sleep. 

•  It inhibits cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) to an extent comparable to ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin. This may indicate the ability to reduce inflammation. 

•  Finally this product may support normal function of the thyroid gland. 

• Side Effects of lemon balm: 

•  This dietary supplement is considered safe when used in accordance with proper dosing guidelines. 

•  When using this dietary supplement topically, if the condition worsens or does not improve in 7 days, consult a physician 

•  If you have Graves disease talk to your doctor before taking this dietary supplement. 

•  Pregnancy/Breast-Feeding: 

Any adverse effects with the use of this supplement have been noted related to fetal development during pregnancy or to infants who are breast-fed. 

Drug/Nutrients Interactions: 

•  Cholinergic agents 
•  Thyroid medications 

Health Conditions Related to lemon balm: 

•  Herpes Simplex