Botanical Name: Althaea officinalis L ..
Part used: Altea roots
Therapeutic properties: emollients and anti-inflammatory, antitussive
Therapeutic use:
- internal use: laryngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis; inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract
- external use: useful in case of irritated, sensitive, dry, reddened, dehydrated skin, easy to crack, and against sores and burns
Examples of medical specialties containing extracts of marshmallow: Paracodina syrup®
NOTES: when the height is taken for curative purposes it is essential to use defined and standardized pharmaceutical forms in active ingredients (mucilage), the only ones that allow you to know how many active molecules are being administered to the patient. Traditional herbal preparations such as infusions, juices and decoctions, do not allow to establish exactly the quantity of active ingredients administered to the patient, which increases the risk of therapeutic failure.
Altea: traditional herbalist indications
Symptomatic treatment of irritations of oral or pharyngeal mucosa associated with dry cough
Indicative dosage in adults and adolescents
- If the high is used in the form of a dried and shredded drug
- take a single dose of 0.5-3 grams several times during the day, up to a maximum of 15 grams / day
- If the height is used as a liquid extract (extraction ratio 1: 19.5-23.5; water extraction solvent)
- take a single 5 ml dose, 3-6 times a day
- If the high is used in the form of syrup prepared from macerated, corresponding to 2-6.5 grams of drug per 100 ml of product:
- take a single dose of 2-10 ml 3 times a day
Indicative dosage in children aged 6 to 12 years of age
- If the high is used in the form of a dried and shredded drug
- take a single dose of 0.5-1.5 grams three times a day
- If the height is used as a liquid extract (extraction ratio 1: 19.5-23.5; water extraction solvent)
- take a single 2.5 ml dose, 5 times a day
- If the high is used in the form of syrup prepared from macerated, corresponding to 2-6.5 grams of drug per 100 ml of product:
- take a single dose of 1-1.5 ml 3 times a day
Indicative dosage in children aged 3 to 6 years of age
- If the high is used in the form of a dried and shredded drug
- take a single dose of 0.5-1 gram three times a day
- If the height is used as a liquid extract (extraction ratio 1: 19.5-23.5; water extraction solvent)
- take a single 2.5 ml dose, 4 times a day
- If the high is used in the form of syrup prepared from macerated, corresponding to 2-6.5 grams of drug per 100 ml of product:
- take a single dose of 0.5-1 ml 3 times a day
Notes of galenica: for the preparation of the macerated one, to pour 150 ml of lukewarm water (max 40 ° C) on the drug Altea root minced. Leave to macerate for thirty minutes, stirring frequently.
The macerated must be consumed immediately after use to avoid the risk of bacterial contamination.
NOTES: The extracts of Altea (root) are NOT indicated for children under 3 years. They are contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity towards one or more pharmacologically active substances contained in the extract. As a precautionary measure, do not take during pregnancy and lactation. Consult your doctor if your symptoms worsen during use of the product (appearance of dyspnea, fever or phlegm), or if you do not regress within a week of starting treatment. Altea is a well tolerated plant that normally does not cause side effects; if they occur, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Take at least one hour away from taking medications, as the mucilages contained in the altea may interfere with the absorption of the medicines. The mucilages of the atea have hypoglycemic properties. Altea syrup can provide significant amounts of sucrose. Read the package insert and follow the instructions for the correct use of the product.
Relieve minor gastrointestinal symptoms, such as esophagitis, gastritis, inflammatory and spastic colitis
Indicative dosage in adolescents and adults
- In the form of a dried and shredded drug
- take a single dose of 3-5 grams three times during the day
NOTES: The extracts of Altea (root) are NOT indicated for children under 12 years. They are contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity towards one or more pharmacologically active substances contained in the extract. As a precautionary measure, do not take during pregnancy and lactation. Consult a doctor if symptoms worsen during use of the product. Altea is a well tolerated plant that normally does not cause side effects; if they occur, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Take at least one hour away from taking medications, as the mucilages contained in the altea may interfere with the absorption of the medicines. The mucilages of the atea have hypoglycemic properties. Read the package insert and follow the instructions for the correct use of the product.
Examples of herbal preparations containing Altea
Pectoral bechica herbal tea
| Altea, root | 50% |
| Anise, fruit | 30% |
| Polygal, root | 10% |
| Licorice, root | 10% |
Prepare a decoction by boiling 10 grams of the preparation (a soup spoon) in 200 ml of water for two to three minutes. Turn off the heat and leave for thirty minutes. Strain and drink three cups a day.
Herbal tea against laryngitis
| Altea, root | 30% |
| Terrestrial ivy, summit | 20% |
| Lavender, flowers | 30% |
| Erysimus, summit | 20% |
Prepare the herbal tea by brewing a teaspoon of the mixture for about 10 minutes for a cup of boiling water. Drink before the two main meals
