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Dry aloe extract
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

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Aloe extract is a medicine that affects the processes of metabolism and digestion.
The medicine stimulates metabolism, increases the speed of healing processes and has a general tonic and adaptogenic effect. It improves cell metabolism processes, tissue regeneration and trophism, and also increases the systemic non-specific resistance of the body and the resistance of mucous membranes to the effects of damaging agents.
The medicine stimulates the protective activity of granulocytes and increases appetite. In addition, it increases energy reserves inside spermatozoa and their mobility.
Indications Aloe extract
It is used to treat progressive myopia, conjunctivitis, iritis, myopic chorioretinitis, keratitis and blepharitis, as well as vitreous opacity.
In addition, it is prescribed in combination therapy for ulcers affecting the gastrointestinal tract.
Release form
The substance is released in the form of a liquid extract for injections, inside ampoules of 1 ml, 5 pieces inside a cellular package. Inside the box - 2 such packages.
Dosing and administration
If sediment appears inside the ampoule, shake it before opening to obtain a uniform suspension.
Aloe extract is applied by subcutaneous injection, daily:
- for an adult – 1 ml (on average, 3-4 ml per day);
- for a child aged 3-5 years – 0.2-0.3 ml;
- for children over 5 years old – the dosage is 0.5 ml.
The therapeutic cycle includes 30-50 injections. Repeated treatment is allowed after a 2-3 month interval.
- Application for children
The medication is prescribed to persons over 3 years of age.
Use Aloe extract during pregnancy
Aloe extract should not be prescribed during breastfeeding or pregnancy, because the principle of its therapeutic effect as a biogenic stimulant is extremely poorly understood.
Contraindications
Main contraindications:
- severe intolerance to the components of the drug;
- severe forms of cardiovascular dysfunction and elevated blood pressure;
- active forms of gastrointestinal disorders (including diarrhea), ulcerative colitis, intestinal obstruction, appendicitis, regional enteritis and abdominal pain of unknown origin;
- renal/hepatic dysfunction, cholelithiasis, complicated nephrosis-nephritis, cystitis and diffuse glomerulonephritis;
- hemorrhoids, metrorrhagia and hemoptysis.
Side effects Aloe extract
Side effects include:
- digestive disorders: dyspepsia, sore throat and abdominal pain;
- problems with the cardiovascular system: increased blood pressure;
- immune damage: allergy symptoms, including rashes, hyperemia, urticaria and itching;
- Others: rush of blood to the pelvic organs, dizziness, increased menstruation, hyperthermia, burning and changes in the injection area (itching or hyperemia).
Interactions with other drugs
The medication potentiates the activity of iron-containing drugs and substances that stimulate hematopoiesis.
The combined use of the drug with loop or thiazide diuretics, GCS and licorice products increases the likelihood of developing potassium deficiency.
Storage conditions
Aloe extract should be stored in a dark place, out of reach of small children. Temperature indicators - no more than 25 ° C.
Shelf life
Aloe extract can be used for a period of 36 months from the date of manufacture of the medicinal product.
Analogues
The analogues of the drug are: Aloe oral solution, as well as Aloe liniment.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Dry aloe extract" 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.