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Water avens (Geum rivale) and Sore throat: evidence and sources
Preliminary evidence
inferred from astringent/antimicrobial gargle use
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In vitro antimicrobial activity of extracts and isolated constituents of Geum rivale
View source The antimicrobial activity of extracts of Geum rivale (Rosaceae) and that of some isolated constituents, on bacteria and fungi, was evaluated. The activity was concentrated in the triterpenes fraction and, for gram+ and gram- bacteria, also in the flavonoids fraction.
1 source supporting Water avens for Sore throat. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.