Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to help reduce excessive perspiration.

May support comfort where temporary sweating or night sweats are troublesome.

May be professionally diluted as a gargle or mouthwash.

Traditionally used to help relieve inflammation affecting the mouth and throat.

Contains a minimum of 0.64 mg/mL of naturally occurring essential oils.

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

Sage should not be presented as balancing hormones, treating menopause, curing hyperhidrosis or replacing dental or medical treatment.

Practitioner-guided support for excessive perspiration.

Adults experiencing troublesome sweating after underlying causes have been considered.

Women prescribed Sage where sweating or night sweats occur during perimenopause or menopause.

Professionally prepared mouthwash or gargle formulas for temporary mouth and throat comfort.

Customers requiring a concentrated liquid extract rather than Sage tea, culinary Sage or Sage essential oil.

Persistent night sweats, sweating accompanied by fever, unexplained weight loss, chest pain, palpitations, faintness or marked weakness requires appropriate medical assessment.

Common name: Sage

Alternative names: Common Sage, Garden Sage

Botanical name: Salvia officinalis

Plant part used: Herb

Plant family: Lamiaceae

Extract ratio: 1:2

Active marker: Minimum 0.64 mg/mL essential oils

Ethanol content: 60% v/v

Format: Single-herb practitioner liquid extract

Bottle size: 500 mL

Salvia officinalis is the accepted botanical species and belongs to the Lamiaceae or mint family.

This liquid herbal extract should not be confused with culinary Sage, Sage tea, Clary Sage, Spanish Sage or concentrated Sage essential oil. These preparations have different strengths, compositions and safety considerations.

Sage (Salvia officinalis) herb 1:2 liquid extract.

Contains a minimum of 0.64 mg/mL of naturally occurring essential oils.

Contains ethanol 60% v/v.

Adults: Take 15–30 mL per week, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

This is a weekly dosage range and must not be interpreted as 15–30 mL per day.

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

Shake well before use.

For internal use, measure the prescribed amount carefully and dilute it 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.

To prepare a gargle or mouthwash, dilute 5 mL in 70–80 mL of saline, or prepare it exactly as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Do not use the 60% ethanol extract undiluted in the mouth or throat.

Gargle or rinse as directed and spit out the preparation rather than swallowing it.

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

Seek professional advice if excessive sweating does not begin improving within six weeks or is accompanied by other unexplained symptoms.

No added gluten or dairy.

Vegan-friendly.

Do not use if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to Sage, Salvia officinalis, plants from the Lamiaceae family 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.

Contraindicated during pregnancy.

Do not use while breastfeeding unless specifically prescribed by a qualified healthcare practitioner to assist with suppressing milk production when breastfeeding is being discontinued.

People who wish to continue breastfeeding should avoid Sage because it may reduce milk supply.

Do not use Sage as a substitute for medical investigation of excessive or unexplained perspiration.

Excessive sweating may be associated with menopause, fever, infection, thyroid dysfunction, low blood glucose, medication effects, anxiety, cardiovascular concerns or another condition requiring assessment.

Persistent or drenching night sweats require medical review, particularly when accompanied by fever, coughing, swollen lymph nodes, unexplained weight loss or marked fatigue.

Do not use a Sage gargle as a substitute for dental treatment or medical assessment of mouth and throat symptoms.

Persistent mouth ulcers, gum swelling, unexplained bleeding, white or red patches, severe throat pain, difficulty swallowing, drooling, neck swelling or breathing difficulty requires prompt professional care.

The product contains naturally occurring essential oils. Sage preparations may contain thujone, which can be neurotoxic in excessive amounts.

Do not exceed the prescribed dosage or combine this product with Sage essential oil.

Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you have epilepsy, a seizure disorder or a history of unexplained seizures.

The EMA reports no established medicine interactions for the Sage Leaf preparations reviewed, but this does not guarantee compatibility with every medicine or medical condition.

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

The current product provides an adult dosage only.

Do not give this concentrated 60% ethanol practitioner preparation to a child or adolescent unless an age-appropriate amount has been individually prescribed.

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, hot surfaces and other ignition sources due to the 60% ethanol content.

Keep securely out of reach of children.

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