Which of the following is an herbal medication that may be used for sore throat?

White willow bark
Slippery elm bark
Glucosamine
Green tea


Slippery elm bark

Rationale: Slippery elm bark is an herbal medication that may be used for sore throat. White willow bark is used as an aspirin substitute. Glucosamine is used for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Green tea is used as an anti-cancer agent, an antioxidant, and for lowering cholesterol.

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