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Aira root
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

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Calamus root is a medicine that increases appetite.
Its bioactive components affect taste receptor endings, thereby increasing appetite and reflex secretion of gastric juice, and in addition, improving digestive function and potentiating hepatobiliary activity. At the same time, the drug increases the tone of the gallbladder and diuresis.
The drug has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, disinfectant, tonic, choleretic, as well as expectorant and antibacterial properties.
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Indications Korenya Aira
It is used for non-specific digestive disorders (digestive disorders, bloating, loss of appetite, achylia, problems with gastric excretory function and intestinal colic ), as an integral part of combination treatment.
In addition, it is prescribed in cases of inflammation affecting the throat and oral cavity.
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Dosing and administration
It is necessary to pour 1 tablespoon of the medicine into a container, which is then filled with boiled water (0.2 l), covered with a lid and infused for half an hour in a boiling water bath. The decoction must be kept to cool for 10 minutes, then filtered and squeezed out the remainder. The tincture is brought to a volume of 0.2 l with plain boiled water.
The tincture should be taken warm, 3-4 times a day, half an hour before meals. For teenagers and adults, the portion is ¼ cup. A child aged 12-14 years should take 2 tablespoons of tincture, and a child aged 7-12 years should take 1 tablespoon. The medicine should be shaken before use.
The finished tincture, diluted with water (two/three times), is used to rinse the throat and mouth.
Filter bags are used in groups of 3 – they are filled with boiling water (0.2 l), the container is covered and left for 15-20 minutes.
The tincture should be taken warm, 3-4 times a day, half an hour before meals. Teenagers from 14 years old and adults - 0.5 cup. The age subgroup of 12-14 years requires ¼ cup, and the subgroup of 7-12 years - 2 tablespoons.
The finished tincture is also used for gargling and rinsing the mouth.
The prepared decoction can be stored at a temperature of 8-15°C for up to 2 days.
The duration of the therapeutic cycle is selected by the doctor individually.
Use Korenya Aira during pregnancy
Calamus Root should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Side effects Korenya Aira
Side effects include allergy symptoms (including itching, rash, swelling, and hives).
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Application for children
It is prohibited to prescribe to children under 7 years of age.
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Analogues
The analogs of the drug are the substances Apitol, Centaury herb, Wormwood herb, Plantain juice with Trimetabol and Wormwood tincture.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Aira root" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.