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Action
alterative, antibacterial, antiseptic, astringent, carminative,
disinfectant, diuretic, expectorant, hemostatic, refrigerant,
sedative, stimulant.
Uses
- Sandalwood is used for:
- acute dermatitis
- bronchitis
- cystitis
- eye diseases
- gonorrhea
- herpes zoster
- infection
- palpitations
- sunstroke
- urethritis
- vaginitis
The medicinal properties of sandalwood reside in the oil,
which can be pressed from the wood or extracted with alcohol
or water. The antiseptic and disinfectant properties of this
oil are similar to those of cubeb oil. The oil can also be
used for bronchitis and for inflammation in mucous tissue.
A decoction of the wood may be helpful for indigestion and
fever and externally for skin problems, especially those of
bacterial origin.
Sandalwood cools and calms the entire body and mind. It affects
the circulatory, digestive, respiratory and nervous systems.
It relieves fever, thirst, burning sensation and stops sweating.
It is good for fever or overexposure to the sun.
Sandalwood is good for most of inflammatory conditions and
for cleansing the blood. The oil or paste is useful for most
infectious sores or ulcers if applied externally.
Sandalwood helps the awakening of intelligence. It also aids
in the transmutation of sexual energy.
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