Horehound herb

Marrubii herba, horehound herb.  

Horehound herb consists of the fresh or dried, above-ground parts of Marrubium vulgare L.  [Fam.  Lamiaceae], as well as their preparations in effective dosage.  

The herb contains bitter principles and tannins.  

Uses

Loss of appetite and dyspepsia, such as bloating and flatulence.  

Contraindications

None known.  

Side Effects

None known.  

None known.  

Unless otherwise prescribed:

Daily dosage:

• 4.5 g of drug;
• 2 - 6 tbs.  of pressed juice;
• equivalent preparations.  

Comminuted herb, freshly expressed plant juice and other galenical preparations for internal use.  

Marrubinic acid works as a choleretic.