Herbal Remedies for Seizure Disorder

Seizure disorder, otherwise identified as epilepsy, is a brain disorder caused by electrical impulses that suddenly discharge in the brain cells. When a seizure occurs, the neurons in a person's brain become essentially overstimulated with too many electrical discharges to function properly. Seizure types vary depending upon the location in the brain where the excessive neuron activity occurs. Seizure disorder is diagnosed when a person endures seizures on a repetitive basis.

Herbs for Seizure Disorder

• When prescribed an anticonvulsant by a doctor, take the medication as prescribed. A doctor might offer you something such as Tegretol, Neurontin, or Solfoton for treatment of a seizure disorder. Even if you are seeking an herbal treatment, you should take the medication you have been prescribed. To avoid potential drug interactions, you should also discuss with your doctor the possibility of using an herbal treatment.

  Valerian root is an herb appreciated for its anticonvulsant agents. Valerian root can be taken to diminish the number of seizures one experiences, and it is considered an herb with sedation properties. Since valerian is nontoxic, it is excellent for the long-term treatment of seizure disorder. A single 1000 mg capsule of valerian root can be consumed two times a day approx-imately an hour before resting or bedtime.

  Mistletoe is an herb of Chinese origin that is used for the treatment of seizure disorder. The berries of this plant are toxic and should not be used, but the plant leaves can be made into a tea. Mistletoe offers healing to your spleen; this helps improve seizure-related conditions. This herb also has a sedating effect on your nervous system. Mistletoe leaves are available in capsule form and can be consumed as one 450 mg capsule daily.

  Motherwort is another Chinese herbal treatment for seizure conditions. This herb contains stachydine as well as leonurine. These elements have a sedating effect on your nervous system and the ability to lower blood pressure. To consume motherwort, add a single teaspoon of dried leaves to 250 ml of hot water. This can be consumed one time per day and sweetened with lemon if desired.

  Chamomile is revered for its sedating properties and you can safely consume this herb up to three times a day for the treatment of seizure disorders. Chamomile contains apigenin, which helps to relax your body and your nervous system. You can consume chamomile as a tea, or you can consume this herb at a dose of two 700 mg capsules three times every day.

  Passionflower: This herb minimizes issues with restlessness, induces recuperative sleep and may prevent the onset of convulsions. Passionflower can be consumed as a tea three times daily. This herb can also be consumed as a liquid extract at a dose of 45 to 60 drops each day.