Module 9 Flashcards
What herb does this sentence describe “ it has a reputation as a great herbal painkiller and it will calm and soothe inflamed nerves”
Mullein, verbascum thapsus
Which of the following statements is correct about the demulcent herbs.
Demulcent herbs soothe, softened, and help heal any irritation of the mucous membrane. They contain slippery mucilaginous properties and are also emollients
What is the Latin name for marshmallow
Althaea officinalis
True or false emollient describes demulcent herbs that can be used externally on the skin
True
Which of the following, which in solution will coat the mucous membrane, do demulcent herbs contain
mucilaginous
Which demulcent Can be used as an eyewash for inflamed eyes?
Marshmallow
The juice of which herb should not be used during pregnancy
Aloe vera
Which Demulcent can be used as a poultice, a gruel, and decoction or an infusion
Slippery elm
Demulcents can be Combined with most other herbs, true or false
True
True or false the term emollient refers to herbs that are used internally to cite sooth soften and help heal mucous membrane irritation
False
Which demulcent herb has an affinity for the respiratory system
Mullein
The flowers of which herb can be infused into an oil and used for ear aches?
Mullein
Slippery elm can be used ______ as food for sickly children or convalescing people
Internally
The German commission E monographs states which of the following demulcent herbs can delay the absorption of other drugs if they are taken simultaneously
Marshmallow
The fresh mucilaginous gel of the aloe Vera has been used for centuries to aid with damage to the___?
Skin
