The tincture dose is 1-2 ml 3x daily. The leaves are added to soups and stews to add body and aroma. Powder the dried root to use as a deodorizer. For use as an expectorant, decoct the root in water. This tea is useful in cases of mouth sores, tonsillitis, bronchitis, cystitis, and the pain of menstruation.
Lovage also contains anti convulsive and sedative properties.
Add the root decoction to cleansing baths and to attract love. Sometimes the dried roots are secreted on the person to attract love.