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Lemongrass seed tincture

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Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
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Schisandra seed tincture is a drug that has an effect on the central nervous system; it is included in the category of adaptogenic tonic drugs. The drug helps to increase blood pressure, reduce heart rate indicators with an increase in their amplitude, and in addition, it demonstrates a significant vasodilating effect in isolated organs, and also stimulates the respiratory process. The introduction of drugs helps to increase reflex excitability and motor activity.

A pronounced anti-hypnotic effect is observed when the tincture is taken together with various sleeping pills. [ 1 ]

Indications Lemongrass seed tincture

It is used to eliminate signs of intellectual and physical fatigue, as well as drowsiness.

In addition, it is prescribed as part of a combination treatment for psychosthenia, asthenodepressive or asthenic conditions, as well as reactive depression, which is characterized by decreased ability to work, accelerated fatigue, drowsiness with lethargy, irritability and decreased blood pressure.

Release form

The therapeutic element is released in the form of a tincture - inside a 50 ml bottle.

Pharmacodynamics

The substances in Schisandra increase the indicators of spinal reflexes, and also improve the processes of neuromuscular conduction. Visual acuity is significantly improved, fatigue of the visual analyzer under heavy loads is reduced, and vision at night is noticeably improved.

In case of intellectual and physical fatigue, work capacity increases significantly.

The effect of the medication develops after 30-40 minutes and lasts for 4-6 hours.

Dosing and administration

The medicine is used for internal use. The tincture should be taken in a dosage of 20-25 drops, 1-3 times a day, before meals (15-30 minutes).

The therapeutic cycle lasts 20-25 days. If necessary, a repeated course of treatment can be performed (after consulting with a doctor).

Before use, shake the bottle with the tincture.

  • Application for children

There is no experience in prescribing drugs in pediatrics.

Use Lemongrass seed tincture during pregnancy

There is no experience of using Schisandra tincture during breastfeeding and pregnancy.

Contraindications

Among the contraindications:

  • severe intolerance to the components of the drug;
  • increased excitability;
  • elevated blood pressure;
  • insomnia;
  • heart disorder;
  • epilepsy;
  • liver pathologies that have a chronic form;
  • infections in the active phase of development;
  • gastric ulcer in the acute phase with increased pH values.

Side effects Lemongrass seed tincture

Main side effects:

  • increased blood pressure, headaches, tachycardia, agitation and insomnia;
  • changes in gastric pH levels, heartburn, anorexia and abdominal pain;
  • signs of allergy (including hives and rashes).

Overdose

In case of poisoning, overexcitation of the cardiovascular and nervous systems may be observed.

The required symptomatic actions are performed.

Interactions with other drugs

The medication acts as an antagonist of sedatives, neuroleptics and sleeping pills with tranquilizers, and also potentiates the activity of psychostimulants with analeptics (including camphor, caffeine and phenamine).

Combination with vasoconstrictor drugs or sympathomimetics, including ephedrine with phenylephrine, epinephrine and methoxamine, may provoke an increase in blood pressure.

Storage conditions

The tincture of magnolia vine seeds should be stored in a place closed to small children. The temperature should not exceed 25°C.

Shelf life

Schisandra seed tincture can be used within a 4-year period from the date of production of the medicinal substance.

Analogues

The analogues of the drug are PM Sirin and Teravit Tonic.

Reviews

Schisandra seed tincture receives mostly positive reviews. The medicine has a pronounced tonic effect and helps improve performance. The advantages also include the natural composition of the drug and its low cost. The disadvantages include contraindications and side effects, as well as an unpleasant taste due to the presence of alcohol.

Attention!

To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Lemongrass seed tincture" 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.

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