Leaves of the true sage. Quality is laid down in the European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.).
HMPC monograph: Traditional-use: traditional herbal medicinal product for oral and cutaneous use
ESCOP monograph: positive for dyspeptic complaints. Heartburn, flatulence, hyperhidrosis, hot flushes; supportive for hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia; externally for inflammation and infections of the oral mucosa, gums and pharyngeal mucosa.
Commission E-monograph: internally for dyspeptic complaints, increased sweat secretion; externally for inflammation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa.
Herpes simplex, inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat, inflammation of the gums.
Internal: Dyspeptic complaints, also used as a cough suppressant, expectorant. Also used for lactation due to the inhibition of milk secretion.
Cosmetics: Salvia officinalis extract (INCI)
As a spice for meat, soups, stews and vegetable dishes, also for pickling cucumbers to extend their shelf life.