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Usnea
Usnea species
Bartflechten
Published April 27, 1989
Name of Drug
Usnea species, usnea.
Composition of Drug
Usnea consists of the dried thallus of Usnea species, primarily of U. barbata (L.) Wiggers emend. Mot., U. florida (L.) Fries, U. hirta (L.) Hoffmann and U. plicata (L.) Fries [Fam. Usneaceae], as well as preparations of Usnea in effective dosage.
The herb contains lichenic acid.
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Uses
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Mild inflammations of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa.
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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:
- Lozenges with preparations equivalent to 100 mg herb, 3 - 6 times daily, 1 lozenge.
Mode of Administration
Preparations of herb for lozenges and equivalent solid forms of medication.
Action
Antimicrobial
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