Primrose root+marshmallow root+aniseed

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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A fixed combination of primrose root, marshmallow root and aniseed, which has the status of a recommendation according to Commission E and is therefore referred to as a pattern.

Effects
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The fixed combination of:

has a slightly antispasmodic, soothing, antibacterial and secretolytic effect. It also inhibits mucociliary activity and has expectorant properties.

Field of application/use
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The combination of primrose root, marshmallow root and aniseed is used for a mild catarrh of the upper respiratory tract and for a dry irritable cough.

Dosage
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The individual components of this fixed combination must be present in the specified daily doses as a single monograph

Undesirable effects
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In rare cases, allergic reactions of the skin, respiratory tract and gastrointestinal tract may occur. In addition, stomach problems and nausea may occur in isolated cases.

Contraindication
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If you are hypersensitive to aniseed and anethole, you should not take them.

Interactions
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If other drugs are taken in parallel, their absorption can be reduced due to the presence of marshmallow.

Literature
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  1. Schilcher H (2016) In: Guide to Phytotherapy, Urban & Fischer Verlag Munich, p. 363 f.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020