10% is eliminated by the kidneys directly. Once it has reached full plasma levels – 50% is destroyed by the liver. Although some degree of stimulation occurs within 5-10 minutes. Nux Vomica reaches full blood plasma (maximum strength) levels within one hour after administration. In general, it is the perfect antidote in helping prevent rigor mortis from setting in abruptly. It stimulates the the heart muscle and constricts the blood vessels to prevent the onset of shock and cardiac arrest due to to massive hemorrhaging. It makes energy available to the muscle tissues and oxygen uptake by the lungs by increasing metabolism. It increases quickness and muscle reaction time by its actions on neurons that provide electrical impulses that control the chemical speed in which muscle reaction and contraction time takes place. Its chemical make-up has a direct bearing in the production of energy and stamina and overall vigor to a cock’s system. This is the most potent of all Central Nervous System (CNS) stimulants.