Traditionally used to soothe irritation affecting the mouth and throat.

May help relieve a dry cough associated with throat irritation.

Traditionally used to help relieve cough associated with a common cold.

May support respiratory comfort where troublesome mucus or catarrh is present.

May be incorporated into a professionally prepared gargle or mouthwash when directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Provides a concentrated liquid format for individual practitioner prescribing and professional herbal compounding.

Ribwort should not be presented as treating sinusitis, middle-ear infection, bronchitis, influenza, pneumonia or another respiratory infection.

Practitioner-guided dry-cough and throat-comfort support.

Adults experiencing temporary throat irritation associated with coughing or a common cold.

Professional herbal formulas supporting upper respiratory comfort.

Adults prescribed Ribwort where respiratory catarrh or troublesome mucus is present.

Professionally directed mouthwash or gargle preparations for minor mouth or throat irritation.

Customers requiring a concentrated liquid extract rather than a tea, syrup, tablet or capsule.

Persistent cough, breathing difficulty, high fever, chest pain, coughing up blood or thick discoloured mucus requires appropriate medical assessment.

Common name: Ribwort

Alternative names: Ribwort Plantain, Narrowleaf Plantain, English Plantain

Botanical name: Plantago lanceolata

Plant part used: Leaf

Plant family: Plantaginaceae

Extract ratio: 1:2

Ethanol content: 23% v/v

Format: Single-herb practitioner liquid extract

Bottle size: 500 mL

Ribwort Plantain is not the same as the banana-like fruit commonly called plantain.

The current European monograph covers several Ribwort preparations. These include products with different extract ratios and solvents, so they should not automatically be considered identical to this Australian 1:2 liquid extract.

Ribwort (Plantago lanceolata) leaf 1:2 liquid extract.

Contains ethanol 23% v/v.

Adults: Take 20–40 mL per week, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

This is a weekly dosage range and must not be interpreted as 20–40 mL per day.

Follow the current Australian product label or the amount selected by your healthcare practitioner.

Shake well before use.

Measure the prescribed amount carefully.

Dilute the prescribed amount in a small quantity of water immediately before taking.

Take only according to the current product label or your healthcare practitioner’s directions.

Do not exceed the recommended or professionally prescribed amount.

Use as a gargle or mouthwash only when specific preparation and dilution instructions have been provided by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Do not use the undiluted extract directly in the mouth or throat.

Do not increase the dosage because coughing, mucus, sinus pressure or throat irritation remains present.

Seek professional advice if symptoms worsen or continue for longer than one week.

No added gluten or dairy.

Vegan-friendly.

Do not use if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to Ribwort, Plantago lanceolata, Ribwort Plantain pollen or another ingredient in the preparation.

Stop use and seek urgent medical assistance if facial swelling, throat tightness, breathing difficulty, widespread hives, faintness or another serious allergic reaction develops.

Always check the current bottle label where allergies or dietary sensitivities are present.

For practitioner dispensing and professionally guided use.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not recommended unless specifically directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Adequate safety information has not been established for routine use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Do not give this product to a child under three years of age.

Children and adolescents require an age-appropriate amount selected by a qualified healthcare practitioner. Advice applying to Ribwort teas, syrups or other European preparations should not automatically be transferred to this concentrated 1:2 ethanol extract.

Seek professional advice if coughing or throat symptoms worsen or continue for longer than one week.

Seek prompt medical assessment if shortness of breath, wheezing, high or persistent fever, chest pain, coughing up blood, purulent or thick discoloured mucus, confusion or rapidly worsening symptoms develops.

Do not use Ribwort as a substitute for asthma inhalers, antibiotics, antiviral medicine or another prescribed respiratory treatment.

Do not describe Ribwort as treating sinusitis, otitis media, bronchitis, pneumonia, influenza or COVID-19.

Ear pain, ear discharge, reduced hearing or fever may indicate an ear condition requiring assessment rather than continued herbal treatment.

Persistent facial pain, marked sinus pressure, high fever, facial swelling or symptoms that worsen after initially improving also require medical review.

The EMA monograph lists no reported medicine interactions for the Ribwort preparations reviewed. This does not guarantee compatibility with every medicine or health condition.

Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you take prescription medicines or are receiving treatment for an existing respiratory, allergic or immune condition.

Do not apply this oral ethanol-containing extract directly to irritated or broken skin. Although some Ribwort preparations have traditional topical uses, the current product page does not provide topical directions for this 1:2 liquid extract.

Discontinue use seven days before general anaesthesia, surgery or an invasive procedure unless otherwise directed by your treating healthcare professional.

Contains ethanol.

Keep out of reach of children.

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Store away from flames, sparks and other ignition sources due to the ethanol content.

Follow any additional storage instructions printed on the current Australian product label.