Gastric Drops

Gastric drops are used in diseases of the digestive tract to improve appetite and normalize digestion. 

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Indications of the stomach drops

Gastric drops are prescribed for ulcer dyspepsia, with stomach diseases accompanied by cramping pains, with chronic gastritis with low acidity, with gallbladder disruption. 

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Release form

Gastric drops are available in 15, 20, 25 and 30 ml vials. Water-alcoholic infusion has a dark red color (some producers have a yellowish shade, depending on the herbs included in its composition) and a specific flavor. Over time, a deposit may appear on the bottom of the vial, which does not affect the therapeutic effect of the drug. 

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Pharmacodynamics

Medication refers to drugs that are used for functional abnormalities of the gastrointestinal tract. The drug has analgesic, spasmolytic, calming effect, normalizes digestion, regulates the digestive system, stimulates the production of digestive enzymes. 

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Pharmacokinetics

The drug is well absorbed in the intestine, bind mainly to glucuronic acid.

Excretion occurs mainly in the kidneys. Those parts of essential oils that have not undergone metabolic decomposition are excreted by the lungs and a small amount through the skin. 

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Dosing and administration

It should be taken 3-4 times a day for 30 minutes before meals. 15-30 drops are diluted with a small amount of boiled water and taken.

The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor depending on the disease, the patient's condition, the tolerability of the drug, 

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Use of the stomach drops during pregnancy

The medicine can be taken by pregnant women only after the appointment of a doctor. The drug is used only if the benefit to the mother significantly exceeds the possible harm to the fetus. 

Contraindications

Gastric drops are contraindicated with high sensitivity to components, increased acidity, glaucoma, peptic ulcer, epilepsy, inflammatory diseases of the esophagus, depression, bronchial asthma, with a tendency to spasms and convulsions. 

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Side effects of the stomach drops

Gastric drops with increased sensitivity to some medicinal herbs included in the preparation can trigger allergic reactions (pruritus, rash, puffiness, etc.).

Also, after taking drops in some cases develop drowsiness, depression, suppression of emotional reactions. 

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Overdose

In case of excess dosage can cause an increase in adverse reactions (drowsiness, depression, impaired ability, violation of the secretory function of the digestive tract), and convulsions and hallucinations are also possible.

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Interactions with other drugs

The medicine contains valerian, which can enhance the action of sedatives, hypnotics, spasmolytic and cardiac drugs.

Alkaloids that are part of the belladonna can enhance the action of MAO inhibitors, clonidine, barbiturates, quinidine, antihistamines, tranquilizers. It is also possible to reduce or completely stop the action of cholinomimetic and anticholinesterase agents.

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Storage conditions

The medicine must be stored in a dark place, away from children, the storage temperature should not exceed 25 ° C. 

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Special instructions

Instructions for use

Gastric drops are a combined preparation, which includes tinctures of medicinal plants (mint, valerian, wormwood, belladonna).

Take the drug 3-4 times a day for half an hour before meals (15-30 drops, diluted in boiled water). 

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Stomach drops Herbion

Gerbion's gastric drops are prescribed for digestive disorders, decreased appetite, flatulence.

The drug contains a mixture of medicinal herbs (mostly bitter) - a gold-thousander, the roots of yellow tirlic, chamomile, cumin seeds. The medicine reflexively strengthens the salivary glands and stomach, improves intestinal motility.

Herbion also has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effects.

Usually treatment is well tolerated by patients, in rare cases allergic reactions occur.

Gastomed Gastric Drops

Gastomed's gastric drops include a root of valerian, wormwood, mint, and belladonna leaves.

The medicine is prescribed for gastric and intestinal spasms, anorexia, meteorism, for the normalization of the digestive function caused by nervous or other causes.

The drug acts relaxing on smooth muscles, calms the nervous system, regulates the digestive system, increases appetite, stimulates the production of gastric juice and digestive enzymes.

Gastric drops for children

Gastric drops are prescribed for children over 12 years of 15-30 drops, diluted in a small amount of boiled water. The drug should be taken 3-4 times a day for half an hour before meals.

Price for medication

Gastric drops can be purchased in almost any pharmacy at a price of 5 to 20 UAH. The cost of the drug depends on the manufacturer and volume.

Reviews

Gastric drops have mostly positive reviews. Patients who took the medicine noted a significant improvement in the state, normalization of digestion, elimination of various unpleasant symptoms such as swelling, pain in the stomach and digestive organs,

Gastric drops are a natural preparation that improves digestion. Water-alcohol tincture extract of medicinal plants improves intestinal motility, regulates the digestive system, promotes the production of gastric juice and digestive enzymes, increases appetite. Since the drug contains alcohol, it is not prescribed for children under 12 years and pregnant women. 

Shelf life

The medication is 36 months from the date of manufacture. 

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