Used as an anti-spasmodic to relax nervous tension that may cause colic and menstrual cramps. Traditionally used with false labour (contractions that don't lead to birth), to help prevent miscarriage and to assist in an easier and more rapid labour by dilating the cervix. Also used as an emmenagogue to induce the menstrual flow, as a uterine stimulant, and for uterine toning and inflammation