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Ivy leaf
Hederae helicis folium
Efeubltter
Published July 6, 1988
Name of Drug
Hederae helicis folium, ivy leaf.
Composition of Drug
Ivy leaf consists of the dried leaf of Hedera helix L. [Fam.
Araliaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.
The drug contains saponins.
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Uses
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Catarrhs of the respiratory passages, symptomatic treatment of chronic inflammatory bronchial conditions.
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Contraindications
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None known.
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Side Effects
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None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
Average daily dosage:
- 0.3 g of drug;
- equivalent preparations.
Mode of Administration
Comminuted drug and other galenical preparations for internal use.
Actions
Expectorant
Antispasmodic
Irritative to skin and mucosa
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