Myrrha

Overview

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

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

Key facts

Latin name Myrrha
Therapeutic area
  • Mouth and throat disorders
  • Skin disorders and minor wounds
Status
F: Assessment finalised
Date added to the inventory
31/10/2007
Date added to priority list
06/03/2008
Outcome of European assessment
European Union herbal monograph

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