Antispasmodic, astringent. Silver weed tea (made with water or milk) is an excellent remedy used for various astringent purposes, as in diarrhoea, etc. and is even said to be good for dysentery. As an antispasmodic it can also be used to relieve cramps, but it is generally mixed with balm leaves and German chamomile flower to make a tea for that purpose. The tea is also useful as an external astringent for skin problems, mouth and throat sores, and similar complaints.