Soapwort root, Red

Saponariae rubrae radix, red soapwort root.  

Red soapwort root consists of the dried root, rhizome, and runner of Saponaria officinalis L.  [Fam.  Caryophyllaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.  The root contains saponins.  

Uses

Catarrhs of the upper respiratory tract.  

Contraindications

None known.  

Side Effects

In rare cases, stomach irritation.  

None known.  

Unless otherwise prescribed:

Daily dosage:

• 1.5 g root or equivalent preparations.  

Comminuted herb for teas and other galenical preparations for internal use.  

Expectorant by irritation of the gastric mucosa
Cytotoxic, in high concentrations