White Dead Nettle Herb (Lamium album): The Gynaecological Herb

White Dead Nettle — Lamium album — is one of the most easily confused plants in the British countryside: its stinging-nettle-like leaves produce no sting whatsoever (“dead” nettle), and its white-hooded flowers appear from spring to autumn on roadsides, hedges, and waste ground. In the Western herbal tradition, White Dead Nettle has a specific and underappreciated role as a gentle gynaecological and astringent herb — particularly applicable to conditions of the female reproductive mucous membranes where excess secretion, inflammation, or loss of tone is the central issue.

At Herba Naturalle, White Dead Nettle is listed in the comprehensive herb index as a gentle gynaecological and astringent herb — complementary to the Shatavari Complex for female reproductive support.

Active Compounds

• Flavonoids — isorhamnetin, quercetin, kaempferol; anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
• Saponins — with astringent and toning properties
• Mucilage — soothing demulcent action
• Tannins — astringent and mild haemostatic
• Phenylpropanoids — lamiiridin and acteoside; anti-inflammatory

Clinical Applications

Leucorrhoea and Vaginal Discharge

The primary and most specific application. White Dead Nettle is used internally and as a topical douche preparation for excessive, abnormal vaginal discharge — the astringent tannins and flavonoids tone and firm the vaginal mucous membrane, reducing excessive secretion.

Menorrhagia and Pelvic Inflammatory Conditions

The mild haemostatic tannin content provides gentle support for heavy periods. Used in pelvic inflammatory conditions for its anti-inflammatory and toning properties.

Respiratory Catarrh

The mucilage content soothes respiratory mucosa; the astringent tannins reduce excessive secretion — making White Dead Nettle useful for upper respiratory catarrh. The Elderflower Complex provides complementary sinus support.

Urinary Tract

Mild diuretic and anti-inflammatory action — supportive in mild urinary conditions.

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Safety

• Extremely safe with an excellent safety profile
• Pregnancy: Generally considered safe; best discussed with a midwife for therapeutic use
• No significant contraindications at therapeutic doses

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This article is for informational purposes only. Please consult a qualified medical herbalist before use.