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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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

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.

EffectsThis section has been translated automatically.

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/useThis section has been translated automatically.

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.

DosageThis section has been translated automatically.

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

Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.

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.

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

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

InteractionsThis section has been translated automatically.

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

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  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