WHITE HOREHOUND
Marrubium vulgare L.
Upper airways 
Digestion 
Appetite White Horehound, Marrubium vulgare, rich in marrubiin and flavonoids, supports the respiratory tract, promotes digestive comfort and protects cells against oxidative stress.
Regulations
and analysis
Identification : TLC
Data on traditional use
Cahier de l’agence du médicament (France) :
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Traditionally used to soothe the respiratory tract
EMA monograph :
- Traditionally used for the respiratory tract
- Traditionally used for mild indigestion, including bloating and flatulence, and for loss of appetite.
German monograph :
- Used for loss of appetite and indigestion, such as bloating and flatulence.
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Detailed description
Marrubium vulgare, a member of the Lamiaceae family, is native to the Mediterranean and Central European regions. Used since ancient times, it is known for its flowering tops, which are rich in bioactive compounds, notably marrubiin, a specific diterpene, as well as flavonoids, polyphenols and tannins.
The flowering tops of white Horehound are particularly recognized for their role in respiratory and digestive comfort. They support the natural functions of the respiratory tract, promoting more harmonious breathing. White Horehound extracts also contribute to digestive comfort by stimulating gastric and biliary secretions.
In addition to its traditional properties, this plant is recognized for its powerful antioxidant capacities, which support cells’ natural protection against oxidative stress. These effects are linked to the plant’s rich content of polyphenols and flavonoids, which also contribute to metabolic and cardiovascular well-being.
