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Maurer's original large Swedish bitter balsam made from 32 medicinal plants
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
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Maurer's Balsam demonstrates a therapeutic effect on digestive function and metabolic processes.
The pure bitters contained in the medicine (this includes the herb of wolfberry, bitter wormwood and centaury, as well as the root of yellow bitterling), as well as aromatic bitters (including the root of zedoaria and angelica officinalis, the fruits of Laurus nobilis and aromatic syzygium) stabilize the work of the digestive system, and in addition, slowly increase the secretion of gastric juice.
Indications Maurer's original large Swedish bitter balsam made from 32 medicinal plants
It is used for diseases affecting the digestive function (antacid gastritis, ulcers affecting the gastrointestinal tract, and non-ulcer dyspepsia), as well as after food intoxication (convalescence).
It can be prescribed in case of flu or bronchitis, acute respiratory viral infections, as well as pneumonia or tonsillitis.
It is used for disorders of the cardiovascular system (Raynaud's disease, peripheral blood flow disorder, VSD, varicose veins, coronary heart disease and hypertension).
Pharmacodynamics
After use, the balm is absorbed immediately inside the stomach. The medicine is absorbed by the body very quickly. The complexity and wide range of activity of the balm in relation to systems and organs is associated with the specific selection of its elements.
The spasmolytic effect develops under the influence of natural regulators of the activity of t-cholinergic receptors with α-adrenoreceptors. Among them are the herb of garden marjoram, galangal root, myrrh and coriander fruits.
The mild laxative effect is provided by the activity of manna, which is an osmotic diuretic.
The action of essential oils (powder of aromatic syzygium, myrrh, chamomile flowers), as well as tanning elements (bark of Canella alba and manna) is combined with the immunomodulatory activity of leaf buds of black poplar. As a result, an anti-inflammatory effect develops.
Flavonoids, including iris root, weaken the effects of choline acetylase and hyaluronidase, and at the same time have antibacterial properties.
The tonic effect on the central nervous system, which helps to eliminate fatigue and depression or prevent them, is developed due to the active influence of rosemary leaves and aromatic buds of sygyzium.
Camphor exhibits a direct stimulating effect on the respiratory medulla.
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Dosing and administration
You need to take 5 ml of the substance (1 teaspoon) orally, 2-3 times a day. The medicine can be dissolved in tea, plain water or juice (50-100 ml).
The duration of the therapeutic cycle during the active phase of the disease is at least 2 months, and in the case of prophylactic use – 12 months.
To relieve stress, you need to take 1 tablespoon (about 15 ml) of the drug 3 times a day for 2-5 days.
External treatment can be carried out in the following ways:
- compresses - soak a cotton swab in undissolved liquid, then wrap it in wax paper and secure it with a bandage;
- inhalation – dilute 2 tablespoons of balm in hot water (0.2 l), then inhale the steam from the container for 10 minutes.
Use Maurer's original large Swedish bitter balsam made from 32 medicinal plants during pregnancy
Maurer Balsam should not be prescribed during pregnancy.
Contraindications
Main contraindications:
- epilepsy;
- liver cirrhosis;
- alcoholism;
- pancreatitis;
- severe intolerance to ethanol;
- breast-feeding.
Storage conditions
Maurer Balsam must be stored at temperatures ranging from 4-15°C.
Shelf life
Balsam Maurer can be used for a period of 36 months from the date of production of the therapeutic substance. The shelf life of an opened bottle is 12 months.
Attention!
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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.