burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract at a glance
Medicine type
Traditional herbal medicinal product
Usual role
Relief of nasal and throat catarrh symptoms
Who it is for
Adults and older people; use under 18 is not recommended
Important formulation point
An oral liquid containing alcohol, glucose and parahydroxybenzoate preservatives
What is burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract used for?
Traditionally used for minor catarrh symptoms; its registration does not establish clinical effectiveness.
Relief of nasal catarrh symptoms
Relief of catarrh symptoms affecting the throat
How does burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract work?
A specific pharmacological mechanism and pharmacokinetic profile have not been established. Its registered role is supported by traditional medicinal use rather than clinical trials demonstrating effectiveness.
How to take burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract
For oral use only. Follow the pack leaflet and do not exceed the labelled amount. Store below 25°C and use within 28 days of opening.
Do not give it to anyone under 18.
Check with a pharmacist before use if you take other medicines.
Seek clinical advice if symptoms worsen or persist, or if fever, breathlessness or pus-like sputum develops.
burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract side effects
Get urgent medical advice
- Severe allergic reaction, including anaphylactic shock; frequency unknown
burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract in pregnancy
Use during pregnancy is not recommended because safety has not been established. The liquid also contains alcohol. Ask a pharmacist, midwife or doctor before using any herbal remedy during pregnancy.
burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract while breastfeeding
Use while breastfeeding is not recommended because safety and transfer into breast milk have not been adequately studied. Discuss alternatives with a pharmacist, health visitor, midwife or doctor.
burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract interactions
The alcohol content creates the principal documented interaction concern. Ask a pharmacist to check other medicines because interaction data for herbal products are limited.
Metronidazole
Avoid this combination. The liquid contains alcohol, which can react with metronidazole and cause nausea, flushing, abdominal pain or palpitations.
Other medicines known to interact with alcohol
Check with a pharmacist before use because the formulation's alcohol may cause a clinically relevant interaction.
Common questions about burdock root liquid extract + hyssop liquid extract
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What is it used for?
It is traditionally used by adults to relieve nasal catarrh and catarrh affecting the throat.
Is it proven to work?
Its registered indication is based on longstanding traditional use; clinical effectiveness has not been demonstrated.
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