Marshmallow

Evidence is primarily based on long-standing traditional use as a demulcent for oral, pharyngeal, and mild gastrointestinal irritation; modern research is limited.

Benefits

Soothing
demulcent
anti-inflammatory
protective of mucous membranes
helps ease swelling.

Key compounds

Mucilagepolysaccharidesflavonoidsphenolic acidscoumarins

Best for these goals

Soothingdemulcentanti-inflammatoryprotective of mucous membraneshelps ease swelling.

How to use it

Tea, lozenges, throat sprays, creams, salves, macerate, syrup, dry extract, liquid extract

Evidence level

Traditional

Cautions & interactions

Hypersensitivity; not recommended for children under 3, or under 6 for solid forms; use during pregnancy/lactation not established. Consult doctor if symptoms worsen, or if dyspnoea, fever, or purulent sputum occur. | Interactions: Absorption of concomitantly administered medicines may be delayed; take 0.5-1 hour before or after other medications. No major interactions reported otherwise.

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