Elecampane is a useful herb that is used as an anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and tonic for the treatment of pathologies of the genitourinary system, including male infertility and menstrual cycle disorders. Thanks to its natural composition, it has virtually no contraindications and does not cause side effects.
Elecampane: medicinal properties
The name of the plant stems from the idea that it provides 9 “powers,” that is, beneficial health effects. For example, even in folk medicine, the herb was used to strengthen the heart and male potency, as well as to generally improve well-being.
The plant belongs to the Asteraceae. In nature, it reaches a height of 2-3 m, produces large dark green leaves and yellow flowers. It is a shrub that grows mainly in fields. In medicine, rhizomes are most often used, since they concentrate a large amount of inulin, a component that regulates metabolic and digestive processes.
Thanks to this, elecampane has a beneficial effect on various organ systems:
- mild laxative effect, stool regulation;
- probiotic effects, improvement of intestinal microflora;
- improved absorption of magnesium and calcium compounds;
- strengthening the musculoskeletal system;
- removal of cholesterol from different parts of the intestine;
- improved appetite;
- healing of wounds and ulcers;
- destruction of worms;
- treatment of viral infections;
- treatment of sexually transmitted diseases.
Elecampane (Inula helenium L.)
Elecampane preparations reduce the secretory activity of the bronchi and have an expectorant effect. Saponins and essential oils of the plant help increase the secretion of bronchial mucus and expectoration of sputum. When using elecampane oil extract, the process of lipid peroxidation decreases and the activity of antioxidant enzymes increases, which leads to a decrease in inflammatory processes, a change in the chemical composition of sputum, accordingly, a decrease in its viscosity and an increase in the rate of sputum evacuation.
Rhizomes and roots of elecampane have hypoglycemic activity, which is caused by inulin. It has been clinically proven that oil extract from elecampane roots normalizes blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. Patients also experience relief from symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, and frequent urination.
It has been established that under the influence of the plant infusion, peristalsis and secretory activity of the intestine decrease, but bile formation increases and bile secretion into the duodenum increases markedly. The combination of this action with the anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties of the plant significantly increases its practical value in the treatment of diseases of the digestive system.
When using preparations based on the essential oil of the plant in the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers, pain disappears, appetite improves, and body weight increases, especially with reduced nutrition. As a result of treatment, ulcers heal fairly quickly or are significantly reduced in size.
The essential oil of the plant increases blood circulation in the gastric mucosa, accelerates regeneration processes, and stimulates the production of buffer substances.
The anti-inflammatory properties of elecampane are also due to the essential oil of the plant. In addition, elecampane essential oil has a pronounced antiseptic and anthelmintic effect, as well as some fungicidal activity. These beneficial properties of elecampane can be used in the development of drugs for the treatment of mycotic eczema.
Herbal preparations of elecampane have a fungicidal effect on red and interdigital trichophyton, are less active against Staphylococcus aureus, Shigella, Salmonella, Escherichia, Vibrio cholerae and are inactive against Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Elecampane for men
In folk medicine, a decoction of dried rhizomes was often used to treat infertility. There is a scientific basis for this, since elecampane contains components that increase the motility and speed of sperm movement.
The herb is also used to prevent urological pathologies, prostate diseases, to enhance potency, and increase the endurance of the body of men.
It is also effective in the treatment of hemorrhoids. Acts as an anti-inflammatory agent, reduces the risk of bleeding. It has a mild laxative effect and reduces pain during bowel movements.
Elecampane for women
Women use elecampane to treat gynecological pathologies, for example, to relieve pain in the uterus. The decoction can also be used to normalize the monthly cycle, especially in cases where delays are often observed.
An infusion of rhizomes helps in the treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system. In addition, the composition includes vitamin E, which is important for the reproductive sphere. Systematic use of the medicine helps improve immunity, improves the condition of hair and skin. The decoction is also used externally, for example, to eliminate acne and as a wound healing agent.
Elecampane rhizomes: description of the drug and indications
You can prepare the roots and rhizomes of elecampane yourself. However, most often it is easier to buy it at a pharmacy at an affordable price. Produced in the form of dry raw materials - 1 pack contains 75 g. Store the product in a dry place at room temperature in the absence of direct sunlight. Access for children is excluded. The general shelf life is 3 years.
The drug has an expectorant, tonic, and wound-healing effect. It is used to treat adults as well as children aged 12 years and older to treat the following pathologies and disorders:
- acute bronchitis;
- laryngitis, tracheitis in acute form;
- chronic bronchitis of unknown origin;
- laryngotracheitis and chronic laryngitis;
- cough of various forms.
Elecampane P. Herbal tablets (100 tablets of 205 mg each). Parapharm
Elecampane P. Tableted herbs
A natural drug that has a pronounced antimicrobial, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, bile-forming and choleretic effect.
- Accelerates the regeneration of mucous membranes, promotes the healing of ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract;
- activate the production of bile and its excretion;
- stimulate the production of gastric juice;
- enhance intestinal motility;
- reduce fermentation processes in the intestines;
- has anti-inflammatory, anthelmintic, antibacterial effects.
COMPOUND:
- rhizomes with roots of elecampane (cryopowder) (76 mg);
- vitamin C (10 mg).
CHARACTERISTICS OF COMPONENTS:
Elecampane high ,
grown in the European part of Russia, as well as in Siberia, the Caucasus and Central Asia, it has a colossal range of healing properties. This is a source of specific bitters that stimulate the secretory function of the pancreas and intestinal motility, and have a choleretic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, alkalizing and wound-healing effect. Elecampane is rich in inulin, a dietary fiber that improves intestinal microflora and peristalsis and neutralizes the effects of toxins. It also contains lactones, which are effective against gastrointestinal ulcers.
Ascorbic acid
increases pancreatic secretion, stimulates the secretion of bile in the liver, enhances the antitoxic functions of the liver, activates a number of enzymes, and also encourages macrophages to actively work, capturing and digesting pathogens. Ascorbic acid is a powerful antioxidant that reduces the effect of free radicals, improves immunity, protects against aging and the effects of stress.
RECOMMENDED FOR USE
for diseases:
- upper respiratory tract
- liver
- kidneys and gallbladder
- inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract
- colds and infectious diseases (flu, ARVI).
ORDER OF APPLICATION:
Adults: 2-3 tablets 3 times a day with meals.
Duration of treatment: 1 month. DIFFERENCES FROM SIMILAR PRODUCTS:
- unlike enzyme preparations that suppress the body’s production of its own enzymes, which leads to the formation of gallstones and diabetes, “Elecampane P” stimulates the production of its own enzymes in the human body;
- more effective than extracts thanks to cryo-processing technology, which preserves all the properties of elecampane root, as well as thanks to vitamin C;
- does not have most of the side effects characteristic of synthetic drugs;
- low risk of allergic reactions, since it is produced from plants grown in ecologically clean areas of central Russia, and it has been proven that the plant is best suited for those people in whose territories it grows.
Elecampane P: indispensable in the fight against inflammation.
Plus nine strengths for your health. Elecampane P is a natural anti-inflammatory drug based on elecampane with the addition of vitamin C, which enhances the effect. Elecampane P has all the properties of the elecampane plant, since cryogenic treatment of the plant is used for tableting. It allows you to keep all its active ingredients unchanged. Antibacterial, expectorant, antispasmodic, regenerating, analgesic
and other beneficial properties of elecampane make it effective for the prevention of a number of diseases.
Thanks to a specific set of biologically active substances, Elecampane P promotes the safe correction of disorders in the digestive, respiratory, genitourinary and other systems
.
The drug also improves metabolic processes, and primarily the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates .
Fighting inflammation must include addressing the cause!
Inflammation accompanies most diseases. But it is not an absolute evil, but a protective-adaptive reaction. The goal of any inflammatory process is to get rid of damaged tissue elements and the provocateurs of pathology themselves. Such clearing of the territory is the most important condition for restoring damaged areas. Therefore, suppressing any inflammation with anti-inflammatory drugs without eliminating the cause of the disease is a risky business. The anti-inflammatory effect of Elecampane P is fundamentally different. With a minimum of side effects (possible only in case of an allergy to the plant or an overdose), Elecampane P helps relieve inflammation
, not mechanically blocking its mechanisms, but eliminating its very causes.
In the case of respiratory tract diseases, it helps to destroy pathogenic microorganisms
- the causative agents of the disease, and if there is a cough, it also
liquefies and removes mucus from the bronchi and lungs.
In case of inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract, it also
helps to destroy pathogenic viruses and bacteria and improve the intestinal microflora.
And if the gallbladder or bladder is inflamed, Elecampane P helps
eliminate stagnation of bile or urine.
Let's take a closer look at how and due to what substances in its composition Elecampane P works for various diseases.
The pharmacological activity of the plant is determined by the presence in it of up to 3% essential oil, called “alanthine”.
It is based on alanthol, helenin, proazulene, and the sum of several dozen bitter compounds - sesquiterpene lactones. Bitterness is primarily responsible for the anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, antiviral, fungicidal (antifungal), detoxifying, choleretic and other properties of the plant. The stimulating effect of bitterness on the digestive processes is difficult to downplay.
No less important for human health is another component of the plant - the polysaccharide inulin, the content of which in the roots of elecampane reaches 40% of the total mass. It was from him that this herb received its Latin name - Inula. Being a prebiotic, it serves as a nutrient substrate for human-friendly intestinal microflora. It also helps lower blood sugar levels and cleanse the body of toxins, waste, radionuclides, as well as excess low-density cholesterol. In addition, the following were found in the roots of elecampane:
- saponins, which have moderate diuretic, sedative, antiulcer, antisclerotic properties and the ability to reduce the level of “bad” cholesterol;
- flavonoids (quercetin, isoquercetin), known for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, anti-edema and anti-cancer properties;
- resins that have a bactericidal and bacteriostatic, laxative effect on the body;
- gums, mucous substances that help eliminate toxins, reduce bad cholesterol levels, improve the absorption of nutrients by the intestinal walls;
- alkaloids, in which pharmacologist K.L. Zelenskaya and co-authors during experiments revealed pronounced analgesic effects [2].
- organic acids (acetic and benzoic), which alkalize the body and maintain an optimal balance of the acid-base environment, which prevents the development of harmful microflora, fermentation and putrefaction processes in the intestines.
- Elecampane roots are rich in vitamins C and E - the strongest antioxidants. Moreover, their maximum antioxidant activity is possible only when combined with each other.
Vitamin C has pronounced gastroprotective, immunostimulating and anti-inflammatory qualities. It is also a synergist for a number of elecampane compounds, enhancing their effect. This was the reason for its additional addition to the composition of Elecampane P.
Elecampane P: a remedy for perfect digestion
Elecampane P is indispensable for maintaining and correcting the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract - GIT.
Even in the absence of gastroenterological diseases, it is a rare resident of a metropolis who can boast of ideal digestion. The reason for this is an unbalanced, unhealthy diet, which contains too many fast carbohydrates, sweets and too little fiber and vegetable bitterness. But our ancestors consumed turnips, rutabaga, cabbage, onions, radishes and other fruits of the earth in abundance, which protected them from cancer, ulcers, gastritis and a host of other ailments. Elecampane P is designed to compensate for this imbalance in the diet of modern man. Elecampane sesquiterpene lactones stimulate the synthesis of digestive enzymes
, including pancreatic, which is especially important in case of insufficiency of pancreatic function.
By increasing the production of gastric juice, sesquiterpene lactones promote the synthesis of buffer substances and the binding of hydrochloric acid
.
It is important that when food digestion is activated, the mucous membranes receive protection
from such aggressive factors as pathogenic microorganisms, including the bacterium Helicobacter pylori, hydrochloric acid, pepsin and other enzymes.
The latter is achieved due to the enveloping effect
of inulin and gums.
Preserving the integrity of the mucous membranes is the best prevention of gastritis and ulcers
. And the neutralization of excess acidity of the internal environment, carried out by organic acids of elecampane, prevents the development of dysbiosis, putrefactive and inflammatory processes in the intestines.
However, elecampane has a reputation as not only a preventive, but also a therapeutic agent. For gastritis and ulcers, it is used to heal ulcerated mucous membranes
.
The acceleration of reparative processes occurs not only due to the above-mentioned enveloping and alkalizing properties of elecampane. The presence of bitterness, antioxidant vitamins C and E, as well as bioflavonoids in Elecampane P helps protect the walls of blood vessels from free radical attacks, strengthen them and grow the capillary network. As a result, blood supply and nutrition of the mucous membranes are improved
, which leads to their rapid regeneration.
Elecampane's ability to suppress the activity of pathogenic bacteria
, especially Helicobacter pylori, which is strongly associated with the occurrence of ulcers and gastritis. In clinical practice, there is successful experience in using elecampane preparations in the acute phase of gastric and duodenal ulcers. On the 10th–14th day of their use, improvement in appetite, healing or a significant reduction in size of ulcers are noted.
With such a common gastrointestinal disaster as dysbiosis, the polysaccharides elecampane inulin and related pseudoinulin and inulenin are indispensable. In transit, bypassing the stomach, they reach the intestines, where they serve as food for valuable microbiota: bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. The effectiveness of the prebiotic inulin against dysbiosis is confirmed by a lot of studies by scientists from different countries.
Let’s not forget about the anthelmintic properties of elecampane bitters, which are effective in the fight against ascariasis and other helminthic infestations.
Liver and Gallbladder Support
The liver is called the chemical laboratory of the human body, responsible for processing foreign toxins and harmful metabolic waste.
It also produces a lot of vital substances: glucose, hormones, enzymes, cholesterol, lipids and phospholipids, bile, etc. The liver can also be called a power plant that produces energy for our life, and a storage warehouse for glycogen, vitamins, and blood reserves. For the proper functioning of the liver and its subsidiary, the gallbladder, plant bitters are also necessary, which Elecampane P. is fully capable of providing. Its sesquiterpene lactones support, stimulate and correct liver functions due to:
- increased bile formation
, which improves the movement of food in the intestines, the absorption of fatty acids and vitamins, the utilization of cholesterol and bilirubin; - activation of contractile movements of the muscles of the gallbladder
and biliary tract, which ensures the timely
removal of bile
from them into the duodenum. Thus, Elecampane P prevents bile stagnation and the inflammatory disease cholecystitis; - reducing inflammatory processes in the liver (hepatitis) and gall bladder (cholecystitis),
which is facilitated by the anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of elecampane.
Elecampane polysaccharides, led by inulin, also stimulate the excretion of bile
and metabolic processes in the liver, and help
strengthen the membranes of hepatocytes
(liver cells).
Elecampane P for colds and infectious diseases of the respiratory tract.
For colds or respiratory infections, you can use Elecampane P as a herbal antibiotic
that does not have the side effects of synthetic drugs.
During periods of cold weather and epidemics, when going to crowded places, you can suck elecampane for preventive purposes, which will reduce the risk of infection
. And in case of inflammation of the mucous membranes in the mouth and throat, the drug will help their speedy recovery.
Traditionally, elecampane is used to combat influenza, sore throat, tracheitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma, whooping cough
.
It not only inhibits the growth of pathogenic microorganisms and viruses, but also acts as an expectorant and mucolytic (sputum thinner).
The latter makes it effective for any type of cough, especially in the presence of thick, poorly discharged secretions.
In addition, for colds, flu, ARVI, diaphoretic and analgesic properties
elecampane.
And the plant’s ability to neutralize the effects of free radicals, enhanced by vitamin C, will help the body quickly cope with the inflammatory process.
Elecampane P for type II diabetes mellitus
For people diagnosed with type II diabetes or prediabetes, Elecampane P is a real godsend. Firstly, it helps lower blood sugar levels
due to the presence of large amounts of inulin. This substance, although similar, is not related to the hormone insulin; however, when taken, the concentration of glucose in the blood drops, and in urine tests, sugar may even completely disappear.
The hypoglycemic mechanism of inulin is associated with its powerful sorption properties. It interferes with intestinal absorption of glucose
and its entry into the blood. The effectiveness of inulin in diabetes has been proven in a number of studies.
In addition, elecampane generally stimulates the pancreas.
In particular, inulin and bitterness of the plant increase the activity of its beta cells, responsible for the synthesis of insulin.
As a result, carbohydrate metabolism improves
.
to activate fat metabolism is also significant for diabetic patients
which leads to the utilization of excess cholesterol and
the prevention of atherosclerosis and obesity
- characteristic companions of diabetes mellitus.
Elecampane P to help the genitourinary system
In herbal medicine, elecampane preparations are widely used for various disorders of the urinary and reproductive systems of both men and women. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, Elecampane P will be useful for infectious and inflammatory diseases
of the relevant organs, including in the presence of a chronic focus of infection.
For problems with the kidneys and bladder, it can be used as a diuretic.
, helping to cleanse these organs of toxic substances and reduce the load on the kidneys.
Women may benefit from elecampane as a means to accelerate egg maturation
and increasing the chances of conception.
It is also used to force the arrival of menstruation when it is delayed in case of hormonal imbalance
. However, during pregnancy, a large dose of elecampane can cause uterine bleeding and miscarriage, so it is better to consult a doctor. This plant is also known to relieve painful menstrual symptoms.
In the fight against male infertility, elecampane is used as a means of stimulating the production and motility of sperm.
How and to whom else is Elecampane P useful? It is possible to use elecampane in the following situations or in the presence of the following indications:
- for obesity
to stimulate fat metabolism and accelerate fat burning; - in case of poisoning
to detoxify the body and restore the functions of the gastrointestinal tract and liver; - to facilitate interruption of lactation
: approximately a week's course of elecampane is enough for a painless reduction or complete cessation of milk production; - to increase the absorption of protein
, and therefore the growth of muscle mass, which is important for athletes on a protein diet or for people whose body is depleted by illness and requires recovery; - in case of deficiency of vitamins and minerals
, to improve their absorption in the gastrointestinal tract, elecampane significantly increases the absorption of iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B9 (folic acid) and other essential nutrients; - with high cholesterol levels, atherosclerosis
as a natural hypocholesterolemic agent; - for allergies and decreased immunity:
by improving the intestinal microflora, Elecampane P also promotes the growth of the body’s defenses as a whole. And the detoxification and sorption properties of the drug make it indispensable in the fight against allergens; - with increased blood pressure to reduce it:
the hypotonic effect of elecampane, although not very pronounced, is physiological and does not carry those “side effects” that potent antihypertensive drugs contain; - for the prevention of cancer and the fight against oncology.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
pregnancy, breastfeeding, individual intolerance to product components. It is recommended to consult a doctor before use.
ISSUES FORM :
tablets, 100 pieces, 205 mg.
BEST BEFORE DATE:
2 years
STORAGE CONDITIONS:
Store in a dry place at room temperature.
TU 9197-010-41395157-05 as amended. No. 1, 2
SGR No.RU.77.99.88.003.E.004308.03.15 dated 03/02/2015
Contraindications and side effects
Elecampane has a completely natural composition, so it can generally be used without restrictions. But there are several possible contraindications:
- children under 11 years of age inclusive;
- pregnancy period (all trimesters);
- lactation period;
- kidney disease;
- individual intolerance to the components of the product, allergic reactions (for example, itching, redness).
Rarely observed side effects:
- stomach ache;
- heartburn;
- allergic reactions.
In such cases, admission is immediately suspended. For further treatment, you should consult your doctor.
Instructions for use of elecampane
The drug is taken in the form of an aqueous infusion. You need to prepare it according to the following instructions:
- Place 2 level tablespoons in an enamel container.
- Pour a glass of boiled water.
- Cover with a lid and leave in a water bath for half an hour.
- Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes (room temperature).
- Strain and squeeze out the remaining raw materials.
- Add a little cold water until the total volume returns to 200 ml.
- Take a warm decoction of half a glass 2 or 3 times a day an hour before meals.
- Immediately before use, shake the decoction.
- Continue the course for 2 weeks, then take a break.
The finished infusion should be consumed immediately. If necessary, it can be stored in the refrigerator, but no more than 2 days.
Elecampane with vitamin C syrup 200ml No. 1
Name
Elecampane with Vit.C syrup in bottle 200 ml in pack No. 1
Description
Thick, homogeneous, opaque liquid, light brown in color with a characteristic odor of the plant extract of rhizomes and roots of elecampane. The formation of sediment during storage is allowed.
Release form
syrup
Dosage
200ml
Pharmacological properties
Extract of rhizomes and roots of elecampane has an expectorant effect. Ascorbic acid is involved in many redox reactions, increases the body's nonspecific resistance, and reduces capillary permeability.
Indications for use
As an expectorant in complex therapy of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract.
Directions for use and doses
Inside, half an hour before meals.
- children over 12 years old: 1 dessert spoon (10 ml) 2 times a day,
- adults: 1 dessert spoon (10 ml) 3 times a day.
Shake before use. The duration of the course of treatment is determined by the doctor, taking into account the characteristics of the disease, the achieved effect and tolerability of the drug.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
The safety of using elecampane rhizomes and roots extract during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Due to the lack of sufficient data, use during pregnancy and lactation is contraindicated.
Precautionary measures
The drug Elecampane with vitamin C contains ascorbic acid. The drug should be used with caution in cases of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. The drug is not recommended for use simultaneously with other drugs containing ascorbic acid. The drug should not be used in patients with high iron levels in the body. Prescribing ascorbic acid to patients with rapidly proliferating and intensively metastasizing tumors can aggravate the process. Ascorbic acid, as a reducing agent, can distort the results of various laboratory tests (blood glucose, bilirubin, liver transaminase and LDH activity). Due to the content of ascorbic acid, caution must be exercised in patients with urolithiasis, hemochromatosis, sideroblastic anemia, thallassemia, hyperoxaluria, and progressive malignant diseases. The medicine contains sorbitol. Due to the sorbitol content, the drug should not be taken by patients with congenital fructose intolerance. Due to the sorbitol content, the drug may have a mild laxative effect. If, while taking the drug, symptoms persist or the condition worsens (temperature rises, breathing problems develop, cough with purulent sputum appears, etc.), you must stop taking the drug and consult a doctor.
Interaction with other drugs
The composition of the drug Elecampane with vitamin C includes ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid: increases the concentration of benzylpenicillin and tetracyclines in the blood. Improves the absorption of Fe preparations in the intestines (converts ferric iron to divalent iron); may increase iron excretion when used concomitantly with deferoxamine. Acetylsalicylic acid, oral contraceptives, fresh juices and alkaline drinks reduce the absorption and absorption of ascorbic acid. When used simultaneously with acetylsalicylic acid, the urinary excretion of ascorbic acid increases and the excretion of acetylsalicylic acid decreases. Increases the risk of developing crystalluria during treatment with salicylates and short-acting sulfonamides, slows down the excretion of acids by the kidneys, increases the excretion of drugs that have an alkaline reaction (including alkaloids), and reduces the concentration of oral contraceptives in the blood. Increases the overall clearance of ethanol, which in turn reduces the concentration of ascorbic acid in the body. With the simultaneous use of ascorbic acid and isoprenaline, the chronotropic effect of isoprenaline decreases. Barbiturates and primidone increase the excretion of ascorbic acid in the urine. Reduces the therapeutic effect of antipsychotic drugs (neuroleptics) - phenothiazine derivatives, tubular reabsorption of amphetamine and tricyclic antidepressants. Simultaneous use with antitussive drugs, as well as with drugs that reduce sputum formation, is not recommended.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, as well as to plants of the aster family (Asteraceae), such as arnica, chamomile, ragweed, tansy, wormwood, aster, chrysanthemum. Pregnancy, lactation period, children under 12 years of age. Diabetes mellitus and conditions accompanied by high blood sugar; increased blood clotting, tendency to thrombosis, thrombophlebitis; severe kidney disease.
Compound
liquid aqueous extract of rhizomes and roots of elecampane (1:10) - 93.06 g, ascorbic acid - 0.77 g; excipients: sorbitol (E 420), potassium sorbate (E 202), purified water.
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose occur when using more than 1000 mg of ascorbic acid per day (more than 250 ml of Elecampane syrup with vitamin C). The following symptoms may develop: headache, increased excitability of the central nervous system, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hyperacid gastritis, ulceration of the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract, inhibition of the function of the insular apparatus of the pancreas (hyperglycemia, glycosuria), hyperxaluria, nephrolithiasis (from calcium oxalate), damage to the glomerular apparatus of the kidneys, moderate pollakiuria (when taking a dose of more than 600 mg of ascorbic acid per day - 150 ml of Elecampane syrup with vitamin C). An overdose of ascorbic acid leads to a decrease in capillary permeability, increased blood pressure, hypercoagulation, the development of microangiopathies, changes in laboratory parameters: thrombocytosis, hyperprothrombinemia, erythropenia, neutrophilic leukocytosis, hypokalemia. An overdose of elecampane rhizomes and roots extract leads to the development of vomiting, diarrhea, spastic pain and symptoms of intestinal paralysis. If symptoms of overdose occur, stop taking the drug and consult a doctor. Treatment is symptomatic.
Side effect
Due to the content of the extract of elecampane rhizomes and roots, allergic reactions, heartburn, and abdominal pain may occur. Extract of rhizomes and roots of elecampane has an irritating effect on mucous membranes and has strong sensitizing properties. Due to the content of ascorbic acid, the following adverse reactions are possible: From the central nervous system: with long-term use of large doses (more than 1000 mg) - headache, increased excitability of the central nervous system, insomnia. From the urinary system: moderate pollakiuria (when taking a dose of more than 600 mg/day), with long-term use of large doses - hyperoxaluria, nephrolithiasis (from calcium oxalate), damage to the glomerular apparatus of the kidneys. From the digestive system: when taken orally - irritation of the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract, with long-term use of large doses - nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hyperacid gastritis, ulceration of the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract. From the cardiovascular system: with long-term use of large doses - a decrease in capillary permeability (possible deterioration of tissue trophism, increased blood pressure, hypercoagulation, development of microaugiopathies), thrombosis, arterial hypertension, myocardial dystrophy. Allergic reactions: skin rash, skin hyperemia, urticaria, Quincke's edema, anaphylactic shock. Laboratory indicators: thrombocytosis, hyperprothrombinemia, erythropenia, neutrophilic leukocytosis, hypokalemia, glycosuria; in patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, hemolysis of erythrocytes may develop. On the metabolic side: metabolic disorders of zinc and copper. Other: inhibition of the function of the pancreatic insular apparatus (hyperglycemia, glycosuria). If adverse reactions occur, including those not indicated in the instructions for use, you must stop taking the drug and consult a doctor.
Storage conditions
In a place protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
