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Marrubiin
Traditional use documentation; mechanism inferred from bitter principle actionMechanism of Action
Bitter taste receptor stimulation promoting reflex salivation and mucus secretion; potential direct respiratory tract effects
Research Notes
HorehoundWestern
Primary active bitter principle. In vitro studies limited. Traditional use strongly supports expectoration promotion through bitter reflex stimulation. Some evidence suggests direct effects on respiratory secretions.
Found In 1 Herb
3D Molecular Structure
Diterpene bitter principle
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Marrubiin
Diterpene bitter principleAromatic plant metabolites with anti-inflammatory properties
Representative pattern: C₁₀H₁₆O
Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Hydrogen
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