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Mallow flower
Malvae flos
Malvenblten
Published March 2, 1989
Name of Drug
Malvae flos, blue mallow flower.
Composition of Drug
Mallow flower consists of the dried flowers of Malva sylvestris L. and/or Malva
sylvestris L. ssp. mauritiana (L.) Ascherson et Graebner [Fam. Malvaceae], as well as their preparations in effective dosage.
The drug contains mucilage.
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Uses
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Irritations of the mucosa of the mouth and throat and associated dry, irritative cough.
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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:
Daily dosage:
- 5 g of drug;
- equivalent preparations.
Mode of Administration
Comminuted herb for infusions and other preparations for internal use.
Action
Demulcent
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