Fixed Combinations of Sundew and Thyme
Published April 4, 1992
Composition of Drug
Fixed combinations consisting of:
Sundew corresponding to B. Anz. 228, December 5, 1984;
Thyme corresponding to B. Anz. 228, December 5, 1984;
and their preparations in effective dosage.
Uses
Catarrhs of the respiratory tract with spastic cough.
Contraindications
None known.
Side Effects
None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
The individual components of the combination must each be present at 50 - 75 percent of the daily dosage given in the monographs for the individual herbs.
Mode of Administration
Comminuted drug and galenical preparations for oral intake.
Actions
A bronchospasmolytic effect is documented for preparations of thyme and sundew. Thyme has, in addition, an expectorant and antibacterial action; sundew, an antitussive action. Pharmacological tests for the effectiveness of fixed combinations are not available.
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