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Ribwort Plantain (Plantago lanceolata) and Cough: evidence and sources

Preliminary evidence

Demulcent for catarrh of the respiratory tract and dry, irritating cough / bronchitis (mucilage soothes and protects irritated airways)

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European Union herbal monograph on Plantago lanceolata L., folium (Plantaginis lanceolatae folium)

European Medicines Agency (HMPC) · n.d.

Traditional / referenceEnglish plantainLamb's tongueNarrowleaf plantainRibwort PlantainPlantago lanceolata

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Plantaginis lanceolatae folium-herba (Ribwort Plantain Leaf/Herb) monograph

ESCOP (European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy) · n.d.

Traditional / referenceEnglish plantainLamb's tongueNarrowleaf plantainRibwort PlantainPlantago lanceolata

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2 sources supporting Ribwort Plantain for Cough. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.

Mechanistic basis

This use is associated with the plant's demulcent (soothing mucilage) action.