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Description: Rosmarinic acid is a substance found in perilla leaf, oregano, lemon balm, sage, marjoram and rosemary. Chemically, it is an ester of caffeic acid with 3,4-dihydroxyphenyl lactic acid. It is used mainly for allergies and connected conditions.

Oral Uses

  • Respiratory allergy RatingRatingRatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antiallergic; reduces hay fever and other respiratory allergy symptoms. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Anaphylaxis RatingRatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antiallergic; reduces the severity of allergic reactions. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Asthma RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antiallergic, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory, reduces lung inflammation. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Depression RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid alleviates depression. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Liver cancer RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antineoplastic; fights liver cancer. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Meningitis RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation and alleviates symptoms. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Sinusitis RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an anti-inflammatory; reduces sinus inflammation and alleviates symptoms. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Antiallergic RatingRatingRatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antiallergic; reduces allergy symptoms. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antineoplastic RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antineoplastic; fights cancer. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Immune suppressant RatingRating

    Rosmarinic acid is an immune suppressant; modulates and/or suppresses hyperactive immune system. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antibacterial Rating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antispasmodic Rating

    Rosmarinic acid is an antispasmodic; alleviates spasms. Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Take 100-200 mg of rosmarinic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

Safety problems are unknown if used as suggested.

Available Forms

Rosmarinic acid is available in capsule and compounded forms.

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