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Reviewed guidance
Marshmallow Root for sore throat
Marshmallow root has recognized traditional use for mouth and throat irritation. The evidence is based mainly on long-standing use rather than strong modern clinical trials.
What this means
Traditional-use option for irritation of the mouth or throat, especially when accompanied by a dry irritating cough.
How to use it: Choose a medicinal marshmallow-root preparation that follows established product or monograph directions. Do not infer a therapeutic dose from a casual tea recipe.
Safety & cautions
Follow preparation-specific age and duration limits. Pregnancy and breastfeeding safety are not established well enough for routine medicinal use without professional advice. Seek care if symptoms persist, worsen, or make swallowing or breathing difficult.
Get medical care for symptoms that are severe, last longer than expected, get worse, or otherwise concern you.
Household preparations
Practical ways to use the ingredient may not provide the same form or amount discussed in the evidence.
Evidence transparency
Evidence & sources
Althaeae radix - herbal medicinal product
European Medicines Agency
EMA recognizes traditional use of marshmallow root for irritation of the mouth or throat and associated dry cough.