Suggested Dosing
Dried Plant
4-6 g/d div TID PO
Tea
1 cup several times daily. Steep or simmer 1.5-3 grams of the dried plant in 150 mL boiling water for 5-10 minutes and then strain
Suggested Uses
Bronchitis, cough, fever, dyspepsia, appetite loss, sore throat, vomiting
Efficacy
Has antiinflammatory, antiemetic & demulcent activity
Reportedly also a galactogogue
Adverse Effects
None at routine doses
Warnings
Cautions
GI irritation & liver problems (if used in excessive doses & for prolonged periods)
In rare cases, external use can trigger sensitivity reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: no adverse effects known
Lactation: no adverse effects known
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Metabolism: N/A
Excretion: N/A
Mechanism of Action
Organic acids help soothe inflammation & fight infection
Rich in mucilages - demulcent action helps in GI problems
