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单词 lavandula angustifolia
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Lavandula angustifolia


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Noun1.Lavandula angustifolia - aromatic Mediterranean shrub widely cultivated for its lilac flowers which are dried and used in sachetsLavandula angustifolia - aromatic Mediterranean shrub widely cultivated for its lilac flowers which are dried and used in sachetsEnglish lavender, Lavandula officinalislavender - any of various Old World aromatic shrubs or subshrubs with usually mauve or blue flowers; widely cultivated
EncyclopediaSeelavender

Lavandula angustifolia


lavender

(lav-uhn-der) lavender,

Lavandula angustifolia

(trade name),

alhucema

(trade name)

Classification

Therapeutic: hair regrowth stimulants
Alopecia areata.Depression.Insomnia.

Action

Lavender decreases EEG potentials and decreases alertness and seems to induce relaxation and sedation. Lavender's stimulant effect on hair growth is not fully understood.

Therapeutic effects

Improved hair growth.Improved sleep.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: UnknownDistribution: UnknownMetabolism and Excretion: UnknownHalf-life: Unknown

Time/action profile

ONSETPEAKDURATION
PO, topicalunknownunknownunknown

Contraindications/Precautions

Contraindicated in: Hypersensitivity.Pregnancy.Use Cautiously in: Children (topical use in prepubertal boys may result in gynecomastia).Discontinue use 2 weeks prior to elective surgical procedures (additive CNS depressant effects with anesthetic agents).

Adverse Reactions/Side Effects

Central nervous system

  • headache

Dermatologic

  • dermatitis (with topical use)

Gastrointestinal

  • constipation
  • increased appetite

Endocrinologic

  • gynecomastia (with topical use in prepubertal boys)

Interactions

Lavender can potentiate the therapeutics effects of barbiturates,chloral hydrate, andCNS depressants. None.Oral (Adults) Depression–60 drops/day tincture of lavender (1:5 in 50% alcohol) for 4 weeks.Topical (Adults) Alopecia areata—3 drops (108 mg) of lavender oilInhalation (Adults) Insomnia—vaporized lavender oil has been used as aromatherapy

Availability

Dried flower: Essential oil:

Nursing implications

Nursing assessment

  • Assess mood and sleep pattern periodically during therapy.
  • Lab Test Considerations: Monitor lipid levels and coagulation panel periodically during therapy.

Potential Nursing Diagnoses

Sleep deprivation (Indications)

Implementation

  • Oral: Diluted tincture may be taken in alcohol or tea.
  • Topical: Combine with other essential oils and massage into scalp nightly for 2 minutes with a warm towel around head to increase absorption.

Patient/Family Teaching

  • Instruct patient to dilute and take as directed. Undiluted essential oil of lavender may be poisonous if taken by mouth.
  • Instruct patient in correct technique for use for alopecia.
  • Advise female patient to notify health care professional if pregnancy is planned or suspected or if breastfeeding.

Evaluation/Desired Outcomes

  • Improvement in sleep pattern and mood.
  • Reduction of alopecia.
A perennial herb that contains coumarins—e.g., coumarin and umbelliferone, flavonoids, tannins, triterpenoids, and volatile oils. Lavender is said to have antibacterial, carminative and sedative effects

Lavandula angustifolia


Related to Lavandula angustifolia: Lavandula officinalis
  • noun

Synonyms for Lavandula angustifolia

noun aromatic Mediterranean shrub widely cultivated for its lilac flowers which are dried and used in sachets

Synonyms

  • English lavender
  • Lavandula officinalis

Related Words

  • lavender
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