SLIPPERY ELM Extract
Ulmus fulva
Classifications: Antitussive, astringent, emollient, mucilage,
nutritive, vulnerary.
Parts Used: Bark.
Historical Uses:
The dried inner bark has been used in traditional American medicine
for more than a century. Because of its mucilaginous nature, the
bark has been used as a emollient to treat respiratory
irritations, cough, and urinary tract
inflammations.
It has also been employed in cases of irritation of the
mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines, irritation
of the female tract, enlarged prostate, painful testicles, and
mumps.
Applied topically, it is reputed to treat cold sores and boils.
Contraindications: None.
Adverse reactions: None.
Dosage: 40 drops to 1 tablespoon three times
per day.
