Avenae herba

Overview

This is a summary of the scientific conclusions reached by the Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC) on the medicinal uses of oat herb. The HMPC conclusions are taken into account by EU Member States when evaluating applications for the licensing of herbal medicines containing oat herb.

This summary is not intended to provide practical advice on how to use medicines containing oat herb. For practical information about using oat herb medicines, patients should read the package leaflet that comes with the medicine or contact their doctor or pharmacist.

Key facts

Latin name Avenae herba
English common name Oat Herb
Botanical name Avena sativa L.
Therapeutic area
  • Sleep disorders and temporary insomnia
  • Mental stress and mood disorders
Status
F: Assessment finalised
Date added to the inventory
13/07/2006
Date added to priority list
13/07/2006
Outcome of European assessment
European Union herbal monograph

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