Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Hyssop Hyssopus officinalis, L.	Bactericide, cholagogue, diaphoretic, emollient, expectorant, hypotensive, sedative, stimulant.	Single product	July 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Hyssop. Parts Used: Leaves, heads. Historical Uses: Hyssop has been noted for centuries in herbal medicine.1 There are several mentions in the Bible about Hyssop being a purifying plant. It has been used to treat sore throats, colds, bronchitis, asthma and other upper respiratory ailments.1,2 Reputedly used as an expectorant, it is also said to act positively to reduce anxiety and nervousness.3 Contraindications: None. Adverse reactions: None. Dosage: 20 to 40 drops once or twice a day. References: S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989; Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990; Plantes M�dicinales, Gr�nd, Paris, 1984. © 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd All right reserved 1 The Lawrence Review of Natural Products 2 Plantes M�dicinales, Gr�nd, Paris, 1984. 3 S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.339

This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.