[Plantain (Plantago lanceolata L.): anti-inflammatory action in upper respiratory tract infections].
Plantain (Plantago lanceolata L.) is used for the therapy of infections of the upper respiratory airways. While only few clinical data are available, results of experimental research confirm e.g. antiinflammatory, spasmolytic and immunostimulatory actions. A positive benefit-risk-ratio allows the recommendation of plantain in moderate chronic irritative cough, also especially for children.
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Dienstleistung Phytopharmaka, Rheda-Wiedenbrück, Deutschland. tankred.wegener@t-online.de
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D000328:Adult; D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002648:Child; D002908:Chronic Disease; D003371:Cough / Q000188:drug therapy*; D004305:Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; D006801:Humans; D010936:Plant Extracts / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D010943:Plantago; D010946:Plants, Medicinal; D012141:Respiratory Tract Infections / Q000188:drug therapy*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal; D010936:Plant Extracts