Atherton Herbal Dispensary

Atherton Herbal Dispensary Walk-in Herbal Dispensary for Acute Illness Care

Enjoyed the Living Well Expo today at Merrilands Hall, Atherton. Met lots of lovely people and got to share some herbal...
15/11/2025

Enjoyed the Living Well Expo today at Merrilands Hall, Atherton.
Met lots of lovely people and got to share some herbal knowledge.

10/11/2025

The use of topical herbs can be effective in many conditions, either in the form of a tincture or herbal cream.

A herbal cream for inflammation can include arnica, comfrey and ginger.

* A study comparing a topical gel containing arnica to a gel with ibuprofen in osteoarthritis of the hands found the arnica gel performed as well as the ibuprofen. (Ref.1)

* Another study or 220 people showed topical use of an ointment containing comfrey root compared with placebo over three weeks found that treatment with comfrey root resulted in statistically significant improvements of total pain, pain at rest, and pain on movement. (Ref 2)

Drop in Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays or Tuesdays and Thursdays between appointments for an over and counter chat and get a freshly made herbal cream to suit your needs.

References:
1. Widrig R, Suter A, Saller R, Melzer J. Choosing between NSAID
and arnica for topical treatment of hand osteoarthritis in a
randomised, double-blind study. Rheumatology International
2007;27:585-91. [DOI: 10.1007/s00296-007-0304-y]
2. Grube B, Grunwuld J, Krug L, Staiger C. Efficacy of a comfrey
root (Symphyti offic. radix) extract ointment in the treatment
of patients with painful osteoarthritis of the knee: Results of a
double-blind, randomised, bicenter, placebo-controlled trial.
Phytomedicine 2007;14(1):2-10.

10/11/2025

The use of topical herbs can be effective in many conditions, either in the form of a tincture or herbal cream.

A herbal cream for inflammation can include arnica, comfrey and ginger.

* A study comparing a topical gel containing arnica to a gel with ibuprofen in osteoarthritis of the hands found the arnica gel performed as well as the ibuprofen. (Ref.1)

* Another study or 220 people showed topical use of an ointment containing comfrey root compared with placebo over three weeks found that treatment with comfrey root resulted in statistically significant improvements of total pain, pain at rest, and pain on movement. (Ref 2)

Drop in Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays or Tuesdays and Thursdays between appointments for an over and counter chat and get a freshly made herbal cream to suit your needs.

References:
1. Widrig R, Suter A, Saller R, Melzer J. Choosing between NSAID
and arnica for topical treatment of hand osteoarthritis in a
randomised, double-blind study. Rheumatology International
2007;27:585-91. [DOI: 10.1007/s00296-007-0304-y]
2. Grube B, Grunwuld J, Krug L, Staiger C. Efficacy of a comfrey
root (Symphyti offic. radix) extract ointment in the treatment
of patients with painful osteoarthritis of the knee: Results of a
double-blind, randomised, bicenter, placebo-controlled trial.
Phytomedicine 2007;14(1):2-10.

As a naturopath I often treat my children, my family and myself with acute care remedies. I’m lucky to have a herbal di...
05/11/2025

As a naturopath I often treat my children, my family and myself with acute care remedies. I’m lucky to have a herbal dispensary at my fingertips. If I need herbs for a night time cough, sore throat, toothache, to heal a wound or help me sleep, they are on hand.

Most people come to me for more chronic problems and acute care often happens at the chemist or doctors between appointments. Many people are not aware that acute care is something that a naturopath can help with.

It can be disheartening when we have done a lot of gut work and then someone takes antibiotics for an ear infection which perhaps could have been nipped in the bud with the right herbs. Or a sore throat that leads to the development a chest infection, and again antibiotics.

Acute care with herbal and nutritional remedies can be very effective for a large variety of ailments. Acute care is care delivered in the very early stages of an illness or during an illness to help with symptoms. Natural acute care can also often be taken alongside medical care as needed. For example: slippery elm and probiotics for antibiotic associated diarrhoea.

Use of herbal medicine formulas can help support the immune system as well as reducing uncomfortable symptoms such as a dry cough or sore throat.

Herbal medicine can be used to target specific symptoms:
• A dry cough can be soothed with herbs that can line the throat such as marshmallow, as well as herbs that can reduce muscle spasm in the respiratory tract and ease coughing.
• A wet cough can be supported with herbs to aid expectoration of mucous as well as antibacterial herbs to help prevent secondary infections of the respiratory tract.
• A sore throat gargle or spray can be wonderful for reducing the bacterial or viral load in the throat as well as soothing the inflamed lining of the throat.
• The immune system can be supported with herbs that can reduce inflammation and help the immune system to fend of bacteria or viruses.

Alongside medical care Naturopathic acute care also extends to other infections such as:
• Shingles and cold sores – such as topical cream to help soothe discomfort and herbs for pain
• Urinary tract infections – such as herbs to help prevent adhesion of bacterial to the bladder and support the immune system.
• Ear and sinus infections – such as anti-microbial herbs and herbs to reduce mucous
• Gut infections – such as anti-microbial herbs, soothing fibre, herbs and probiotics

Other areas where acute care can help include:
• Allergies, hay-fever and sinusitis
• Pain such as toothache, headache and period pain
• Insomnia
• Anxiety

Acute care using natural remedies is not suitable in all cases and it’s important to be directed to appropriate medical care if needed.

Restoring Vitality naturopathic clinic is open for free 15min acute care consults Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and at other times Tuesday and Thursday between appointments only.

There are a few Elderberry Syrup kits and two Immune Kits left. Elderberry syrup kits are now available from the Athert...
01/09/2025

There are a few Elderberry Syrup kits and two Immune Kits left.

Elderberry syrup kits are now available from the Atherton Herbal Dispensary, 4 Jack Street, Atheron for $15.90. They include:
• Dried Elderberries
• Muslin cloth
• Cinnamon bark
• Recipe sheet
• One glass amber 200ml bottle and label
• 500ml amber bottles available for free (old herb bottles)
One kit makes approximately 500ml of elderberry syrup. You will also need honey, not included.

This was a typical week in the Herbal Dispensary with lots of herbal tonics and herbal creams dispensed over the counter...
29/08/2025

This was a typical week in the Herbal Dispensary with lots of herbal tonics and herbal creams dispensed over the counter.

They are dispensed on a case by case basis depending on the individual symptoms and other factors by a qualified Naturopath and Herbalist.

These included:
* Herbal cream for skin healing with Calendula, Isatis and Gotu Kola.
* Herbal cream for Haemorrhoids with Witchhazel, Yarrow, and Horsechestnut.
* Herbal cream for Soothing Eczema with Chickweed.

Herbal tonics for:
* Colds and Flu with herbs such as: Echinacea, Reishi, Astragalus, Elderberry and Garlic
* For Coughs with herbs such as: Mullein, Thyme, Elecampane, White horehound, Grindelia, Ivy leaf and Marshmallow
* For insomnia with herbs such as: Zizyphus, Hops, Valerian, Passionflower, Magnolia, Skullcap and Kava
* For Sinus congestion with herbs such as Pelargonium, Horseradish, Eyebright, Golden seal and Albizzia
* Gum problems with herbs such as: Myrrh, Licorice and Sage

The Dispensary is open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for over the counter remedies and also Tuesdays and Thursdays in between consultations.
Please phone or text to check availability if needed on 0427 912 141

Address

4 Jack Street
Atherton, QLD
4883

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+61427912141

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Atherton Herbal Dispensary posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category