Cough drops for bronchitis.

The popular plant mullein (bear's ear, ataman-grass), reaching human height, with a stem covered with golden-yellow flowers. In front gardens, this plant can be seen in a rich color scheme, but the species with bright yellow flowers and orange-colored stamens are considered medicinal.

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Pharmacodynamics

In their action, compositions with mullein flowers are similar to preparations of marshmallow root, so they are widely used in the treatment of bronchitis. Mullein relieves irritation of the mucous membrane of the respiratory tract, liquefies phlegm and promotes its removal from the bronchi.

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Dosing and administration

The infusion is prepared from 1 glass of boiling water and 1-2 tablespoons of dried or fresh flowers. The composition is infused in a warm place with the lid closed for at least 2 hours. It is more convenient to prepare the infusion in a thermos. The medicinal composition is taken warm. A glass of infusion should be drunk during the day in 3 doses.

There is another effective recipe for bronchitis, where milk is used as the liquid component of the medicine. Take 1 tbsp of plant flowers per 1 glass of milk. Bring the mixture to a boil and keep it on low heat for 3-5 minutes. After removing the mixture from the heat, let it brew for another hour. The treatment should be carried out twice a day. A single dose is 1 glass of the drink mixed with a spoonful of natural honey. It is better to take the second dose of the medicine before going to bed. This will help get rid of coughing fits at night.

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Contraindications

There are few restrictions on taking mullein-based formulations. They are not recommended for people with individual intolerance to the substances contained in the herb, during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or oncological pathologies.

As for the treatment of children, some sources say that it is possible starting from the age of 3.

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Side effects cowslip

There are only rare reports of allergic reactions occurring due to hypersensitivity.

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Storage conditions

We harvest this plant's useful flowers, carefully removing them with the corolla, but leaving the calyx. It is recommended to collect the flowers in the morning, immediately after the dew has gone. The collected flowers should be dry.

Dry the flowers in a well-ventilated room. Avoid exposing the raw materials to sunlight. If you dry the flowers in a dryer, the temperature in it should be kept below 50 degrees.

Store dried flowers in glass or ceramic containers with a tightly closing lid for no more than 2 years.

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