DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
The evergreen mastic shrub belongs to the sumac family, grows 1 to 3 m high. Occurs in the European and African Mediterranean area, also in Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Jordan, Syria and the Canary Islands.
The unisexual flowers show dark red anthers in the male flowers, the female are greenish, flowering March to June. The spherical fruits have a diameter of 3 to 4 mm and change color from red, to black. The branches and leaves are often used as accessories in bouquets.
Phytotherapeutic uses The hardened resin balsam (mastic) is used. The quality is specified in the European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.).
HMPC monograph: Traditional-use: Internal: Mild dyspeptic complaints, External: Mild skin inflammation and small wounds.
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DosageThis section has been translated automatically.
0.35 to 0.5 g mastic powder 3 to 4 times a day internally; externally: mastic powder at a concentration of 9 to 11 % in ointments
ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Allergy to one of the ingredients, Internal: Children and adolescents under 18 years, External: Children and adolescents under 12 years, No sufficient data for lactation and pregnancy.
