Eleutherococcus is a known adaptogen. It increases endurance, activates the vitality of the body and has a rather strong stimulating effect, and therefore has a number of contraindications. Instructions for use eleutherococcus warns people suffering from cardiovascular and nervous diseases about the possible negative effect of herbal remedies. The information specified in the annotation must be taken into account when deciding on the appointment of this drug.
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Composition, form of release of Eleutherococcus
The liquid extract is prepared on the basis of the roots and rhizomes of a Siberian plant. From one kilogram of the underground part of Eleutherococcus receive a liter of tincture. Extractor of extractive substances is alcohol. It is taken in the amount necessary to obtain 1000 ml of a liquid preparation.
The composition of the roots of Eleutherococcus has not yet been fully disclosed. It is known that in the underground part of the plant there are:
- lignan glycosides (eleutherosides);
- flavonoids;
- resins;
- essential oils;
- pectin;
- lipids;
- starch;
- Sahara;
- alkaline aralin.
Tincture of Eleutherococcus is poured into dark glass bottles, and the preparation itself is a dark brown liquid, transparent in a thin layer. It has a specific smell and a characteristic burning taste. During prolonged storage, sediment may form at the bottom of the vial.
pharmachologic effect
Eleutherococcus preparations stimulate the central nervous system, accelerate muscle and motor activity.
- The effect of taking the drops is comparable to the result obtained from prolonged physical training. In the presence of substances contained in the root of the plant, the body begins to more carefully consume carbohydrates and waste fat faster. As a result, the mobility and excitability of the neuromuscular system improves.
- In addition, the components of eleutherococcus are able to interfere with the process of glucose uptake. The drug lowers blood sugar and contributes to the formation of energy reserves of glycogen in the liver.
- Tincture stimulates the brain, relieves fatigue and increases visual acuity. Eleutherococcus changes the body's reaction rate to stress. In the presence of active substances of the plant root, the process of adaptation to changing conditions proceeds faster.
- Wild pepper, as another name for Eleutherococcus, normalizes immunity indicators after the infectious diseases. Against the background of its intake, the general bactericidal ability of blood improves, leukocytes and immunoglobulins become more active, they quickly capture and destroy foreign bodies that come into view. Increases resistance to viruses, bacteria, toxins and other adverse environmental factors.
- Eleutherococcus accelerates regenerative reactions, stimulates the activity of the autonomic system and enhances its compensatory function. Against the background of taking the drug, tissue healing in the postoperative period is more active.
Indications for use of liquid extract
Eleutherococcus accelerates the main nervous reactions, enhances the processes of excitation and inhibition.
- It is prescribed with the simultaneous use of sleeping pills at night in the treatment of hypochondriacal conditions that are psychogenic, traumatic or toxico-infectious in nature.
- The medicine is used in patients with diabetes mellitus as a general stimulating agent.
- The root of the plant is prescribed for severe symptoms of menopause. The drug improves well-being, improves performance, reduces the heart rate to normal levels. During treatment, vigor is felt and pressure normalizes.
- Plant extract helps to adapt the body to working conditions in too hot or cold climates. Helps to cope with increased physical activity. Accelerates addiction to high mountains, increases endurance during long trips and is accepted by employees of enterprises with harmful working conditions. Eleutherococcus protects against toxins, radiation and strong vibration.
- It can be prescribed during the period of rehabilitation after lung infections. Increases resistance to respiratory viruses, and therefore is used as a prophylactic against the spread of colds in collectives.
- Eleutherococcus can be included in the treatment complex of cancer patients, patients with damage to the liver, gall bladder and intestines. Plant preparations are involved in preoperative preparation and are used at any stage of radiation and rehabilitation therapy.
- A medicinal plant is one of the ways to combat vegetovascular dystonia. The drug helps to cope with emotional overload, the consequences of psychological trauma and the effects of stress.
Contraindications
It should be borne in mind that the liquid extract of Eleutherococcus can cause an allergic reaction.
But besides this, there are a number of contraindications to its reception:
- heat;
- acute phase of infectious diseases (Eleutherococcus is taken either during prophylaxis or after recovery);
- severe hypertension;
- high nervous excitability;
- heart rhythm disturbance;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- children under 12 years old.
With special caution, the drug should be treated for people who have recently suffered a heart attack, suffering from mental illness (accompanied by aggression and nervous agitation), insomnia, atherosclerosis and epilepsy.
Eleutherococcus: instructions for use
In order to avoid overexcitation before bedtime, it is advisable to take Eleutherococcus preparations in the morning. Patients suffering from mental illness with a strong weakening of the nervous reaction, the drug is prescribed three times a day, followed by taking small doses of sedatives at night.
Dosage and administration
An adult is recommended from 20 to 30 drops at a time. The liquid extract is diluted with a small amount of water (50 ml). Drink about 20 minutes before meals twice a day: in the morning on an empty stomach and in the lunch area.
In case of mental disorders accompanied by hypochondria, the medicine is prescribed three times a day for 15-50 drops. The course of treatment is up to 35 days. Two weeks after consulting a doctor, you can go through it again.
During pregnancy and children
Pregnant Eleutherococcus drugs are not prescribed. Children, from 12 years old, can be given diluted medicine twice a day before meals at the rate of 1 drop for 1 year of life. The general course, as in adults, is 25–35 days.
Interaction with other drugs
With the simultaneous use of eleutherococcus and drugs that stimulate the central nervous system (camphor, caffeine, phenamine), their effect is summarized.
A herbal preparation is an antagonist of sedative agents (tranquilizers, barbiturates). Their reception should be divided by time.
Eleutherococcus is incompatible with anticonvulsants.
Overdose and side effects
Subject to dosing standards, side effects such as:
- sleep disturbance;
- anxiety;
- tachycardia;
- increase in pressure;
- diarrhea;
- allergic reactions.
With an overdose, the opposite effect is observed - a sharp decrease in performance. A pathological drop in blood glucose levels may occur.
Analogues of the liquid extract of Eleutherococcus
The analogs of the liquid extract are plant syrup and Eleutherococcus in tablets. Each of these drugs has its own characteristics.
Syrup
The syrup includes: rosehip extract, sugar and vitamin C. As preservatives, it includes sodium benzoate and citric acid. This dosage form has contraindications in common with the liquid extract and, in addition to them, is not recommended for use in diabetics.
The syrup is prescribed exclusively for adults in the amount of two tablespoons at a time. It is drunk only once a day in the morning with meals. The course of treatment is 2-3 weeks and can be repeated up to 4 times a year.
Pills
Tablets, in addition to the dry extract of Eleutherococcus, include preservatives, dyes, lactose and corn starch. May contain beeswax, vitamin C, and sugar. They are used with extreme caution in individuals with lactose intolerance and in diabetics.
Assigned to children from 12 years old, as well as adults in the amount of 1-2 tablets twice a day in the morning. Tablets are drunk regardless of the meal for a month.
Eleutherococcus liquid extract is able to increase vitality, boost immunity and improve overall well-being. It should not be taken if there are contraindications. It should be borne in mind that exceeding the indicated doses can provoke the appearance of negative reactions.
