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Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection)
Last reviewed: 10.08.2022
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Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection) is a complex herbal medicine. It is included in the group of medicines that affect the processes of metabolism and digestion. Includes a mixture of 5 varieties of herbal therapeutic raw materials. Tincture from this collection has a choleretic, as well as anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect.
The composition of the drug in equal proportions contains raw materials of peppermint leaves, medicinal chamomile flowers, rhizomes of ore root with licorice roots, and fruits of garden dill.
Indications Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection)
It is used for diseases of a different nature that affect the liver and gastrointestinal tract (as an antispasmodic and choleretic drug is used only as part of a combination treatment).
Release form
The release of drugs is realized in the form of a crushed collection, inside packs with a volume of 25, 50 or 75 g.
Pharmacodynamics
The therapeutic activity of Fitogastrol is associated with the influence exerted by its constituent elements.
The bioactive elements found in peppermint help activate gastric secretion processes and stimulate general digestion.
The components of licorice roots provide the development of antiulcer effects.
The substances contained in chamomile demonstrate a disinfecting and mild anti-inflammatory effect, thereby increasing the speed of the healing process.
The complex of constituent elements of dill fruits has a diuretic and choleretic effect, and at the same time helps to remove intestinal gases and reduces gas formation, as well as spasms of smooth muscles. In addition, dill fruits stimulate intestinal motility and enhance the excretory activity of the stomach.
The rhizomes of the oily root stimulate the processes of digestion, appetite, gastric secretion, and in addition, they have a positive effect on bile secretion and the work of the gallbladder; the component also has a diuretic effect.
Herbal tincture Fitogastrol stimulates the endings of different parts of the gastrointestinal tract, thereby activating the general digestive function.
Dosing and administration
It is necessary to take 5 g of the herbal collection (1 tablespoon), pour into an enamel container, then pour 1 glass (0.2 l) of boiled water into it. Then the container is closed with a lid and heated in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes. After that, the broth is cooled for 45 minutes, filtered and squeezed out the rest of the raw material. The volume of the resulting tincture must be brought to 0.2 liters with boiled water.
You need to use the tincture orally, half an hour before a meal - 1/3 cup, 3 times a day.
When using filter bags (volume 2 g) - 1 bag must be placed in an enamel or glass container, then pour 1 glass (0.2 l) boiling water into it. Then the dishes are closed with a lid and left to infuse for 15 minutes; then you need to wring out the filter bag. The volume of the tincture must be brought to 0.2 l (add boiled water).
Consume orally, half an hour before meals - 0.5 cups, 3 times a day.
The duration of the treatment cycle is determined by the nature of the pathology and is selected by the attending doctor.
Shake the tincture before taking it.
- Application for children
Phytogastrol is not used in pediatrics (in persons under 12 years of age).
Use Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection) during pregnancy
It is forbidden to prescribe a medication for hepatitis B and pregnancy, since clinical tests of its use during the indicated periods were not performed.
Contraindications
The main contraindications:
- severe intolerance to the components of drugs;
- calculous cholecystitis;
- an active ulcer in the gastrointestinal tract;
- active stage of chronic gastritis.
Side effects Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection)
Signs of allergy are a side symptom of the drug.
Storage conditions
Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection) must be stored in a dark and dry place, out of the reach of small children. The finished tincture can be stored for a maximum of 2 days.
Shelf life
Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection) can be used within 24 months from the date of manufacture of the medicinal substance.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Phytogastrol (gastrointestinal collection)" 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.