Euphrasia officinalisEyebright is an annual herb that is common to dry fields and pasture lands in Britain and the USA.The name Euphrasia is taken from the name of one of the three Greek Charities, Euphrosyne, meaning gladness and joy. According to legend, the linnet, a bird whose Greek name comes from the same root, first used this plant to clear the sight of its young and then passed the knowledge on to mankind.Gender: MasculinePlanet: SunElement: AirFolk Names: Euphrosyne, Augentrostkraut, Euphrasiae herba, Herba, Euphrasiae and Herbe d’Euphraise.Parts Used: Arial PartsEye bright has been used for hundreds of years, but wasn’t referred to in texts until 1305 CE, when it was assigned the sign Leo by Nicholas Culpeper. In the Elizabeth era it was used in ales and wine, as it was believed to add cheer to one’s spirit.Eyebright made up in an infusion, can be dabbed on the eyelids aid in clairvoyance. When used this way during the day some say it can make what is usually unseen, visible. When used at night it can help to induce prophetic dreams.Use dried in spells and mojo bags for truth when you need to see things clearly and remove deception from a situation. Eyebright can also be used in spells which allow you to see a situation ina more positive way.Add eyebright to a mojo bag with peppermint or rosemary to boost memory while studying or to find something that has been lost.Use eyebright to enhance divination, add a sprinkle of the herb to a scrying bowl or mirror. It can also be used to see the fae.Burning eyebright in an incense may also aid in clairvoyance, would be good to use during any celebrations as its name means gladness and joy.
Contraindications
Potential Eyebright side effects
Eyebright has been used in alternative medicine as an aid in treating nasal congestion, sinus pain, cough, breathing problems and other symptoms of allergies or the common cold. However, eyebright use in these conditions has not been proven with research to be effective.
Other uses not proven with research have included using eyebright in an eyedrop to treat "pink eye" (conjunctivitis). Eyebright is thought to be possibly unsafe when applied directly to the eye.
It is not certain whether eyebright is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Eyebright should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Eyebright is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Eyebright may also be used for purposes not listed in this product
Caution
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have:
diabetes (eyebright can lower your blood sugar).
It is not known whether eyebright will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether eyebright passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Avoid using eyebright in your eyes or you could develop an eye infection that could lead to serious vision problems.
Avoid using eyebright together with other herbal/health supplements that can also lower your blood sugar. This includes alpha-lipoic acid(APA), devil's claw, fenugreek, guar gum, ginseng, and horse chestnut.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using eyebright and call your doctor at once if you have:
vision problems;
eye redness or swelling;
watery or itchy eyes; or
increased sensitivity of your eyes to light.
Common side effects may include:
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