Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis L.)
- Authors: Samylina IA1, Sorokina AA1, Pyatigorskaya NV1, Samylina I1, Sorokina A1, Pyatigorskaya N1
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- Issue: No 4 (2010)
- Pages: 77-77
- Section: Articles
- URL: https://journals.eco-vector.com/2073-4034/article/view/278305
- ID: 278305
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Abstract
We discuss the therapeutic indications and the mechanism of action of drugs on the basis of Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis L.). Marshmallow root preparations are used per os mainly as expectorant, enveloping, mitigative and anti-inflammatory drugs for respiratory diseases: tracheitis, bronchitis, bronchial asthma. They are also used for treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, inflammation of the mucous membranes of the throat and larynx.