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Yes, some poisonous herbs are used in medicines. Often western medicines are based upon compounds found in natural substances, such as herbs. Not all medicine is based upon plants alone.
Baldrian, or better known as Mandrake is a plant that has been used for centuries for its' sedating effect, very similar to naturally getting tired. It is known as a very poisonous plant, because an overdose of the herb is very poisonous and can lead to death. Dosing must be based very carefully upon weight and other details of a person before being administered.
However baldrian is also available in tablets at pharmacies, where the poisonous element has been removed, making the herb relatively safe for home consumption. Most pharmacies are stocked and educated about herbal remedies and materials, and I highly reccommend talking with your pharmacist or doctor when considering herbs.
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