Ingredient

Use as directed

Sage

Salvia officinalis leaf, used as a culinary herb and in medicinal throat preparations.

Reviewed health uses

Sore throat

For relief nowSOME

A specific sage throat spray reduced throat pain more than placebo in one randomized trial. This evidence does not establish that ordinary sage tea or a homemade spray has the same effect.

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Household preparations

Infusion

Sage Infusion

Use only an appropriately labeled throat product whose preparation is reasonably comparable to the studied spray. Do not improvise concentrated essential-oil throat preparations.

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Safety information

Caution

Get medical help if product concentration, age limits, pregnancy and breastfeeding guidance vary.