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  1. Treatment of disorders of gut–brain interaction with peppermint oil and caraway oil combination Menthacarin

    Article • Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift, December 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Petra Funk

  2. Prescription of EPs 7630 is associated with short- and long-term benefits in acute bronchitis: a real-world data analysis

    Article • Frontiers in Pharmacology, September 2025, Frontiers

    Petra Funk

  3. Does the Patient’s Sex Have an Impact on Beneficial Effects of Ginkgo biloba Extract EGb 761® in Dementia Patients with Tinnitus? Results of a Conditional Process Analysis

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, September 2025, MDPI AG

    Petra Funk

  4. Refluthin®​ lindert Sodbrennen und säurebedingte Magenbeschwerden: eine prospektive klinische Studie

    Article • Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie, September 2025, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  5. Menthacarin®​ zur Behandlung von Symptomen bei Darm-Hirn-Interaktionsstörungen – eine klinische Phase-IV-Studie

    Article • Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie, September 2025, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  6. Prospective uncontrolled clinical study shows rapid and long lasting relief of heartburn and acid related gastric discomfort with Refluthin

    Article • Scientific Reports, May 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Petra Funk

  7. Refluthin​ lindert Sodbrennen und säurebedingte Magenbeschwerden: Ergebnisse einer prospektiven klinischen Studie

    Article • Zeitschrift für Gastroenterologie, September 2024, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  8. Identifying in-market application of Pelargonium root extract EPs 7630 for the treatment of COVID-19: analysis of pharmacovigilance data

    Article • Frontiers in Pharmacology, February 2024, Frontiers

    Petra Funk

  9. Effects of EPs 7630 on Illness Absence from Childcare or School due to Acute Bronchitis—A Meta-analysis

    Article • Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, January 2024, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  10. Effects of EPs 7630 on the duration of inability to work in acute bronchitis – a meta-analysis

    Article • Multidisciplinary Respiratory Medicine, June 2023, PAGEPress Publications

    Petra Funk

  11. Menthacarin®​ in functional dyspepsia – a systematic review and meta-analysis

    Article • Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie, June 2023, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  12. EPs®​ 7630 shows beneficial effects on respiratory tract and general health status – an analysis of clinical trial physical examination findings

    Article • Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie, June 2023, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  13. Safety of Pelargonium extract EPs 7630 in young children with acute bronchitis

    Article • Frontiers in Pediatrics, February 2023, Frontiers

    Petra Funk

  14. Effects of <em>Pelargonium sidoides</em> extract EPs 7630 on acute cough and quality of life – a meta-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled trials

    Article • Multidisciplinary Respiratory Medicine, August 2022, PAGEPress Publications

    Petra Funk

  15. Treatment of sore throat and hoarseness with Pelargonium sidoides extract EPs 7630: a meta-analysis

    Article • April 2022, Edra SpA

    Petra Funk

  16. Menthacarin in functional gastrointestinal disorders: a pharmacy based cohort study

    Article • April 2022, Edra SpA

    Petra Funk

  17. Pelargonium Extract EPs 7630 in the Treatment of Human Corona Virus-Associated Acute Respiratory Tract Infections – A Secondary Subgroup-Analysis of an Open-Label, Uncontrolled Clinical Trial

    Article • Frontiers in Pharmacology, April 2021, Frontiers

    Petra Funk

  18. Influence of EPs 7630 on Antipyretic Comedication and Recovery from Acute Tonsillopharyngitis in Children: A Meta-analysis of Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Trials

    Article • Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, January 2021, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  19. WS PRO 160 I 120 mg (a combination of sabal and urtica extract) in patients with LUTS related to BPH

    Article • Therapeutic Advances in Urology, January 2019, SAGE Publications

    Petra Funk

  20. Safety and Effects of Crataegus Extract WS 1442 and Nordic Walking on Lipid Profile and Endothelial Function: a Randomized, Partially Blinded Pilot Study in Overweight Volunteers

    Article • Acta Clinica Croatica, January 2019, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center (KBC Sestre milosrdnice)

    Petra Funk

  21. Pelargonium sidoides preparation EPs 7630 in COPD: health-related quality-of-life and other patient-reported outcomes in adults receiving add-on therapy

    Article • Current Medical Research and Opinion, January 2018, Taylor & Francis

    Petra Funk

  22. EPs 7630 is effective and safe in children under 6 years with acute respiratory tract infections: clinical studies revisited

    Article • Current Medical Research and Opinion, December 2017, Taylor & Francis

    Petra Funk

  23. A randomized placebo-controlled trial on the effects of Menthacarin, a proprietary peppermint- and caraway-oil-preparation, on symptoms and quality of life in patients with functional dyspepsia

    Article • Neurogastroenterology & Motility, July 2017, Wiley

    Petra Funk

  24. Menthacarin for the Treatment of Epigastric Pain Syndrome (EPS) and Postprandial Distress Syndrome (PDS): Data of a placebo-controlled trial revisited

    Article • Zeitschrift für Gastroenterologie, August 2015, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  25. Efficacy and Safety of a Combination of Sabal and Urtica Extract in Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms

    Article • Arzneimittelforschung, December 2011, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  26. Pelargonium sidoides bei akuter Bronchitis – Gesundheitsbezogene Lebensqualität und Therapiebeurteilung aus Patientensicht unter Behandlung mit EPs 7630

    Article • Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift, December 2010, Springer Science + Business Media

    Petra Funk

  27. Efficacy and safety of Crataegus extract WS 1442 following self-treatment in patients with mild congestive heart failure - interim results of a multicentre, pharmacy-based, prospective cohort study

    Article • Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies, June 2010, Wiley

    Petra Funk

  28. Long-term efficacy and safety of a combination of sabal and urtica extract in lower urinary tract symptoms - a placebo-controlled, double-blind, multicentre trial

    Article • Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies, June 2010, Wiley

    Petra Funk

  29. Hamamelis vs. dexpanthenol ointment in children

    Article • Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies, June 2010, Wiley

    Petra Funk

  30. EPs 7630 Improves Acute Bronchitic Symptoms and Shortens Time to Remission. Results of a Randomised, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Multicentre Trial

    Article • Planta Medica, May 2008, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  31. Pelargonium sidoides preparation (EPs® 7630) in the treatment of acute bronchitis in adults and children

    Article • Phytomedicine, March 2007, Elsevier

    Petra Funk

  32. Efficacy and safety of a combination of Sabal and Urtica extract in lower urinary tract symptoms—long-term follow-up of a placebo-controlled, double-blind, multicenter trial

    Article • International Urology and Nephrology, February 2007, Springer Science + Business Media

    Petra Funk

  33. Lokale Verträglichkeit von Hamamelis-Salbe

    Article • Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie, December 2006, Thieme Publishing Group

    Petra Funk

  34. Influence of a 7-day treatment with Ginkgo biloba special extract EGb 761 on bleeding time and coagulation

    Article • Blood Coagulation & Fibrinolysis, June 2004, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Petra Funk

  35. Peppermint oil and caraway oil in functional dyspepsia - efficacy unaffected by H. pylori

    Article • Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics, April 2003, Wiley

    Petra Funk

  36. Effects of a fixed combination of peppermint oil and caraway oil on symptoms and quality of life in patients suffering from functional dyspepsia

    Article • Phytomedicine, January 2003, Elsevier

    Petra Funk

  37. Long-term efficacy and safety of PRO 160/120 (a combination of Sabal and Urtica extract) in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)

    Article • Phytomedicine, January 2003, Elsevier

    Petra Funk