Tonic, Nervous

Definition of Tonic, Nervous:

A restorative which improves the tone of the nervous system, restoring energy and strength to the entire debilitated system, by imperceptibly stimulating vital functions [Culbreth1927, pg 38], with a sure, long lasting effect [Sanchez BOTM680].

Have to take for a long period of time but get a long term benefit [Palmer2004].

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References

[Culbreth1927] David Marvel Reynolds Culbreth. A Manual of Materia Medica and Pharmacology, Seventh Edition. Philadelphia, PA: Lea & Febiger (1927). Online Reprint.

[Palmer2004] Michelle Palmer class notes. Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine.

[Sanchez BOTM680] Joann Sanchez. Botanical Medicine 680 notes. Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine.