Melissa officinalis - Moderate - Carminative, sedative & antiviral Mild - Antispasmodic & diaphoretic Others - Relaxant Indications: Nervous butterflies and diarrhoea, digestive complaints associated with nervous conditions. Good for anxiety, insomnia, stress related palpitations and stress related headaches. Works on the whole nervous system and has an affinity for the digestive system. Opens up the circulation to the extremities and is good for high blood pressure. German studies have verified the sedating effects of the herb and that is clearly reduces insomnia and stress related problems. Strong antiviral as it deactivates the virus which is good for stopping cold sores and the herpes virus including shingles.Active Constituents: Volatile oils, resins, tannins, bitters.