Myrrh vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Myrrh

Commiphora myrrha

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Myrrh

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Ancient resin used since Egyptian times for wound healing, oral care, and religious ceremonies. One of the gifts brought to the infant Jesus.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

furanosesquiterpenes, curzerene, lindestrene, terpenoids, volatile oils

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

Wound healing, Oral hygiene, Treating infections, Religious and ceremonial use

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

Oral health and gingivitis, Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antimicrobial applications

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

1-3g resin or 1-2ml tincture daily

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Diabetes medications, Anticoagulant use, Fever

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Stomach upset, Diarrhea, Skin irritation, Blood sugar changes

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E