Common Ivy Leaf
Hedera helix
A standardized ivy-leaf extract has decent evidence as an expectorant cough syrup.
Traditional use (european-folk): A standardized ivy-leaf extract has decent evidence as an expectorant cough syrup.
A standardized ivy-leaf extract has decent evidence as an expectorant cough syrup.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A standardized ivy-leaf extract has decent evidence as an expectorant cough syrup.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Use standardized products only; raw plant and berries are toxic.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Use standardized products only; raw plant and berries are toxic.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.