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Mother-and-stepmother leaves
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Leaves of mother-and-stepmother is a plant-based preparation with an expectorant effect.
Indications of the mother-and-stepmother leaves
It is used for inflammatory processes developing in the respiratory system (during chronic bronchitis, tracheitis with laryngitis, and bronchopneumonia), against which there is a cough and difficult separation of sputum.
Release form
The release occurs in the form of crushed plant leaves in packages of 30, 35, and 40 and 45 g, and in addition 50, 60, and 75 and 100 g.
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Pharmacodynamics
Tincture from the leaves of the plant "mother-and-stepmother" has expectorant, and in addition, a slight anti-inflammatory effect. Organic acids with mucus, and also with saponins help dilute the viscous secret, secreted inside the upper part of the respiratory system, and in addition improve the process of sputum discharge.
The high level of mucus contained in its composition allows the drug to envelop the mucous membranes in the larynx with the throat and in the mouth, preventing the possibility of irritation.
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Dosing and administration
Approximately 10 grams (which is 2 tablespoons) of raw materials should be poured with 1 glass of boiling water (about 200 ml), then cover it with a lid and then hold in a water bath (about 15 minutes). Then the medicine is kept for about 45 minutes, so that it cools down, filters it and squeezes out the remaining raw materials. The resulting tincture should be brought to a volume of 200 ml, using the usual boiled water.
Drink the medicine you need warm, in the amount of 2-3 tablespoons 2-3 times / day - before eating (about 1 hour).
Tincture must be shaken before use.
Use of the mother-and-stepmother leaves during pregnancy
Do not prescribe medication to pregnant women.
Contraindications
The main contraindications:
- the presence of hypersensitivity to medicinal elements;
- lactation period;
- children under 12 years of age.
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Side effects of the mother-and-stepmother leaves
Storage conditions
Packaging with leaves of mother-and-stepmother is required to be kept in a dark place, where moisture does not penetrate, and also inaccessible children. Ready tincture is best stored in the refrigerator.
Special instructions
Reviews
Leaves of mother-and-stepmother are considered a very useful alternative healing agent. They are used to treat many diseases. Testimonies indicate that the tincture is very effective, has almost no contraindications, as well as side effects.
Shelf life
Leaves of mother-and-stepmother can be used in the period of 3 years from the date of manufacture of the medicine. Ready tincture is suitable for a maximum of 2 days.
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Mother-and-stepmother leaves" 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.