Stem plant
Scrophulariaceae, common mullein, L. Scrophulariaceae, large-flowered mullein.
Medicinal drug
Verbasci flos, woolly mullein flowers. The dried flowers reduced to the corolla petals with stamens attached by L. Bertol. ( Schrad.).
Preparations
Species pectorales PH
Ingredients
- Iridoid glycosides
- Phenylethanoid glycosides
- Mucilages
- Saponins
- Flavonoids
Effects
- Anti-irritant
- Expectorant
Fields of application
Catarrh, acute bronchitis, cough, cold, sore throat.
Dosage
As an infusion, daily dose 3-4 g
Adverse effects
None known.
Preparations on the market
Contained in some tea blends. Breast tea extract is present in numerous herbal candies, e.g., Ricola.
