Marshmallow root| Althaea officinalis |

Marshmallow root tincture has historically been used for*:

Coughs – especially dry

Inflammations of the lungs

Bladder infections & irritable bladder

Colitis

Gastritis

Gastric ulcers

Topically in the treatment of wounds, burns and skin eruptions

Side effects and contraindications:

Take apart from other medications

Active Compounds:

Acidic polysaccharides, phenolic acids, mucilage, pectin, sucrose, asparagine, starch

Adult Tincture Dosage:

Take 1ml - 2 ml of tincture three times a day (based on 1:3 herb to alcohol ratio)

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