{"product_id":"st-francis-shepherds-purse-tincture-50ml","title":"St. Francis Shepherd's Purse Tincture, Traditional Western Herbal Uterine Tonic for Menstrual Pain, 50ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSt. Francis Shepherd's Purse Tincture Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed in Traditional Western Herbalism as a uterine tonic and for menstrual pain, as well as for diarrhea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShepherd's purse is a small, unassuming plant found in waste ground across the temperate world, named for the heart-shaped seed pods that resemble a medieval shepherd's pouch. Its traditional use is specific and long-standing: as a uterine tonic, and for heavy or painful menstruation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from shepherd's purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris, flowering tops) at 250 mg Quantity Crude Equivalent per millilitre, in a base of distilled water and certified organic alcohol. 50 ml with a dropper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Francis Herb Farm has been making liquid herbal extracts in Ontario since 1988. Their tinctures use certified organic alcohol and distilled water, and are made to a stated extraction ratio so you know the strength of what you are taking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho St. Francis Shepherd's Purse Tincture Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is for women dealing with menstrual pain or heavy periods who want a traditional herbal option. It is also traditionally used for diarrhea, which is a separate and unrelated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult a practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist, and **before use if you have a history of kidney stones**. Heavy menstrual bleeding that is new or worsening should be investigated rather than managed, since it can point to fibroids or other causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSt. Francis Shepherd's Purse Tincture Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Herb Tincture\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shepherd's Purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris) alone, with no blend to dilute it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStated Extraction Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e — 250 mg Quantity Crude Equivalent per millilitre, so you know the strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic Alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e — The extraction base is organic, not industrial ethanol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiquid Absorbs Faster Than Capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tinctures do not need to disintegrate before absorption can begin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDropper Dosing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adjustable to the drop, which capsules cannot match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Ontario Since 1988\u003c\/strong\u003e — St. Francis Herb Farm has been making liquid extracts in Canada for over thirty years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50ml Bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e — A practical size for a single-herb tincture taken three times daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq-st-francis-shepherds-purse-tincture-50ml\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What is St. Francis Shepherd's Purse Tincture?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eA single-herb liquid extract of shepherd's purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris, flowering tops) at 250 mg QCE per millilitre, in a 50 ml dropper bottle.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How much do I take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eAdults: 2 ml (60 drops) 3 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why a tincture rather than capsules?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eLiquid extracts absorb without needing to disintegrate first, and a dropper lets you adjust the dose to the drop.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Does it contain alcohol?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eYes. Certified organic alcohol is the extraction solvent — it is what pulls the compounds from the plant. Taken in a little water the amount per dose is very small, but it is worth knowing if you avoid alcohol.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Where does the name come from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eThe heart-shaped seed pods resemble a medieval shepherd's pouch, which is what gives the plant its common name.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What is a uterine tonic?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eA traditional herbal category for plants used to support uterine tone and function, particularly around menstruation.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why is it also used for diarrhea?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eThat is a separate traditional use, unrelated to the uterine one. Both are documented in Traditional Western Herbalism.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What does Quantity Crude Equivalent mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eQuantity Crude Equivalent tells you how much raw herb each millilitre represents. A 1:4 tincture at 250 mg QCE means every millilitre carries the equivalent of 250 mg of dried herb. Stating the ratio is what separates a properly made tincture from one that simply lists an ingredient.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How do I take it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eAdults: 2 ml (60 drops) 3 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Are there any cautions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eConsult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist and before use if you have a history of kidney stones. Not for use during pregnancy.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct light with the cap closed. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"St. Francis Herb Farm","offers":[{"title":"50ml","offer_id":47584055230635,"sku":"709859","price":24.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4126\/8139\/files\/709859.jpg?v=1786226241","url":"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/fr\/products\/st-francis-shepherds-purse-tincture-50ml","provider":"Vitamart.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}