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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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The drug is a herbal collection for various diseases. This infusion is taken for pain in the digestive tract, to normalize digestion, to cleanse the liver and blood.
The elixir consists of 22 herbs, which were once recommended by Maria Treben (a famous Austrian healer and writer), who used the experience of German and Eastern European healers in her work.
The herbal tincture removes toxins and waste from the body, cleanses the blood, intestines, kidneys, and liver well.
In addition, taking bitters helps to cope with the symptoms of some gastrointestinal diseases (nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, heaviness in the stomach, bloating, heartburn, constipation, etc.).
Indications Swedish bitterness
Can be used both externally and internally.
Compresses with bitterness are recommended for relieving pain from joint inflammation, for faster healing of wounds, abscesses, and after insect bites.
The tincture should be taken internally in case of weak tone of the gastrointestinal tract, weak secretory function of the stomach, pancreas, constipation, bloating, dyskinesia of the biliary tract.
Release form
It can be produced either in ready-made form (alcohol tincture) or as a mixture of herbs, from which you can prepare your own medicinal balm.
Swedish Bitters Herb
It is, as already mentioned, a mixture of medicinal plants that have a complex effect on the body and help to normalize the digestive system, strengthen the body's defenses, and reduce pain in various inflammatory diseases. It should be noted that the medicine does not cause side effects and is recommended by some specialists for regular use.
Herbal collection Swedish bitters
The herbal collection, as studies have shown, stimulates the salivary glands and stomach, promotes active production of gastric juice and digestive enzymes, enhances intestinal peristalsis, cleanses the liver. In addition, it has been established that the medicine normalizes the nervous system and improves immunity.
Bitter herbal infusions have been used for treatment since ancient times.
Balsam Swedish Bitters
Recently, Swedish Bitters balm has gained great popularity due to its unique ability to cleanse the body, restore the functioning of the digestive organs, etc.
There are two known recipes for the balm - small and large. The large one, as mentioned above, contains 22 herbs, the small one - 11 medicinal plants.
Swedish bitters tincture
Swedish Bitters tincture is prepared on an alcohol basis. To prepare it, you will need a collection of medicinal plants (can be purchased at a pharmacy) and alcohol (or vodka).
The tincture must be kept for two weeks in a dark place, stirring regularly, then strained and taken according to recommendations.
Compound
Contains a collection of 22 medicinal plants that help to cure a number of diseases: aloe, rhizome of the mine, burnet, club moss, thistle, marshmallow, speedwell, gentian rhizome, calamus, rhubarb, turmeric, sugar candy, white mistletoe, camphor laurel, royal nut, theriac, ginkgo biloba, wormwood, myrrh, cinquefoil, senna leaves, safflower.
Swedish Bitters 22 Herbs
It is considered a universal remedy for many diseases. The balm contains 22 dry herbs, from the mixture of which you can prepare about two liters of tincture.
To prepare the herbs, pour vodka or alcohol (2l) over them and leave for 14 days in a dark place, stirring daily.
Swedish Bitters Maria Treben
Swedish Bitters Maria Treben is used both internally and externally.
Taking the balm according to the scheme helps to get rid of rheumatic pain, improves general well-being, increases blood flow to the sore spot, cleanses the body and normalizes the functioning of the urinary system.
It is usually recommended to take 1 teaspoon per day.
Dr. Theiss' Swedish Bitters
Swedish Bitters by Dr. Theiss is a ready-to-use elixir that is used for internal or external use. This tincture contains bitter substances that are of great importance for the proper functioning of the body. It helps the digestive system to restore its function, to improve the functions of all organs.
The tincture is recommended for use in cases of gastrointestinal tract and digestive system disorders, rheumatism, and as a pain reliever and cleanser.
For rheumatic pain, wounds, abscesses, and after insect bites, compresses should be made.
Pharmacodynamics
Affects the functioning of the digestive organs and metabolic processes.
When taken orally, it has a complex effect on the entire digestive tract and removes toxins.
Rhubarb root, senna leaves have a stimulating effect on intestinal peristalsis, aloe promotes the production of enzymes, reduces inflammation, stimulates appetite, calamus root heals wounds, has a bactericidal effect, normalizes the functioning of the nervous system, gentian root, cinnamon, saffron, etc. improve appetite, digestion, stimulate the production of gastric juice and digestive enzymes.
Dosing and administration
Swedish bitters is taken 1 tablespoon twice a day (you can take 1 teaspoon 3-4 times a day). The tincture can be diluted in a glass of tea, water or juice.
The course of treatment is usually 14 days, then you need to take a break and, if necessary, repeat the course.
For external use, a compress with the medicine should be applied directly to the affected area (before applying the compress, be sure to lubricate the skin with a greasy ointment or oil). On average, the compress should be kept for about 2-3 hours, the duration of treatment in each case will be individual.
Taken depending on the disease. For heartburn, bloating, constipation, as well as lethargy, apathy, it is recommended to take 1 teaspoon of tincture 3 times a day, before meals. Before taking, you can dissolve it in a glass of juice, tea or water.
On average, the course of treatment is 2-3 months, after which waste, toxins, etc. begin to be actively removed from the body.
It is also used for external treatment of skin with abscesses, acne, wounds, for rinsing the mouth. Compresses can be made from bitterness to reduce pain in joints, muscles with arthritis, rheumatism.
For preventive purposes, take 1 tbsp. twice a day. The tincture can be diluted in tea or water.
For the treatment of diseases, it is recommended to take 2-3 tablespoons per day. 1 tablespoon of tincture is diluted in water or herbal tea and divided into two doses - half a glass before meals, and half a glass after meals.
The tincture can also be used externally in the form of compresses on painful areas, swellings, wounds. For headaches, it is recommended to lubricate the temples with bitterness. It is worth noting that when preparing the tincture yourself, there is pulp left, which can also be used for compresses.
Use Swedish bitterness during pregnancy
Swedish bitters is contraindicated for pregnant women.
Contraindications
Swedish bitters is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to some medicinal plants that are part of the tincture, diarrhea, intestinal obstruction, liver failure, and for children under 12 years of age.
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Side effects Swedish bitterness
Swedish bitters may in some cases cause allergic reactions.
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Interactions with other drugs
Swedish Bitters may enhance the effects of some medications, so it is recommended to take the medicine 30-60 minutes before taking medications.
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Shelf life
Swedish bitters is good for 36 months from the date of manufacture. Homemade balm can be stored in a cool place for no more than three years.
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Price
Swedish bitters in the form of a ready-made tincture costs from 200 UAH (depending on the volume of the bottle). Collecting herbs for self-preparation of the tincture will cost around 300-400 UAH.
Reviews
Swedish bitters has many positive reviews. After starting to take the bitters, most people note a significant improvement in their condition, a decrease in pain, inflammation, etc. According to reviews, the medicine helps to heal wounds, abscesses, reduce toothaches, headaches, ear pain, joint pain, normalize the menstrual cycle in women, reduce hemorrhoids, etc.
Swedish bitters contains alcohol, so the tincture is not recommended for patients with epilepsy or brain damage.
Over time, sediment may appear at the bottom of the vial or bottle, which does not affect the therapeutic effect.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Swedish bitterness" 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.