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The Vitamin Update

Arnica

(Arnica Montana)

What is it?

Also known as mountain tobacco, arnica is a well known herbal and homeopathic remedy. It has anti-inflammatory and pain-killing properties when used externally.

What it does in the body

Arnica is used to treat bruises, sprains and swellings.

Cautions

Arnica should not be used internally, unless the medicine is in a commercially prepared form. It should not be used on open wounds.