Marjoram herba
Synonym(s)
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Majoranae herba, the officinal marjoram herb (supplement DAB) the consists of the leaves and flowers of the plant collected at flowering time and dried.
No pharmacopoeia quality description.
HMPC -Monograph: Traditional-use: internal: for mild digestive complaints, bloating, flatulence, external: inflammation of the nasal passage.
ESCOP: not processed.
Commission E: Negatively evaluated.
IngredientsThis section has been translated automatically.
1-3% essential oil, with terpinen-4-ol, cis-sabine hydrate, gamma-terpinene, tannins (rosemary acid), flavonoids, arbutin, methylarbutin, hydroquinone and others
EffectsThis section has been translated automatically.
Antimicrobial, carminative and slightly diuretic
Field of application/useThis section has been translated automatically.
Folklorically, Herba majoranae is used as a carminative and spasmolytic.
As an alcoholic extract (DEV 1:5) in white petroleum jelly as an ointment for inflammation of the nasal passage. Cave: Do not use in children << 1 year!
ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Allergy to any of the ingredients.
Internally not suitable for children and adolescents under 18 years. Externally for children from 1 year up to 11 years in lower dosage. Not for children in the 1st year of life!
No data available for pregnancy and lactation.