Blackthorn berry

Pruni spinosae fructus, blackthorn fruit, sloe berry.  

Blackthorn fruit consists of the fresh or dried, ripe fruit of Prunus spinosa L.  [Fam.  Rosaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.  

The drug contains tannins.  

Uses

Mild inflammations of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa.  

Contraindications

None known.  

Side Effects

None known.  

None known.  

Unless otherwise prescribed:

Daily dosage:

• 2 - 4 g drug;
• equivalent preparations.  

Comminuted herb for teas and other galenical preparations for mouth rinses.  

Astringent