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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Today, various non-traditional methods of treatment are becoming increasingly popular: homeopathic, alternative remedies, herbal medicine. Various substances and components of animal, vegetable, natural origin are effectively included in the composition of various pharmaceutical preparations produced on a large scale. These funds are used independently, and also included in the complex therapy, which enhances the effectiveness of treatment, accelerates recovery. Homeopathy has found wide application in gastroenterology. For example, one of the most common means became well-known propolis during gastritis. It is used in various forms, dosages. Consider more.
Medicinal properties of propolis in gastritis
Propolis is used in almost all areas of medicine, including gastroenterology. Its healing properties have been known for a long time. In case of gastritis, it is usually included in the complex therapy and is used along with traditional medicines. It contributes to the normalization of metabolic processes, improves the condition of the mucous membranes, relieves inflammation, normalizes microflora, reduces the number of Helicobacter pylori - bacteria that are the causative agents of the inflammatory and infectious process in the stomach, become the causative agents of gastritis.
Propolis acts as an effective means of healing various mucosal damages. It is worth noting its ability to normalize the level of immunoglobulin, which is produced by mucous membranes and protects the body, stimulates the immune system, supports local immunity, provides colonization resistance. In addition, it increases the overall endurance and body resistance to infectious and inflammatory processes, normalizes metabolic processes, reduces inflammation. A distinctive feature is the ability to normalize the level of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which prevents heartburn, belching, prevents peptic ulcer.
Indications Gastritis propolis
Propolis is prescribed for various diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. It can be both an acute inflammatory process and a chronic condition. Any pain in the stomach is an indication for the use of propolis. It is also prescribed for the prevention of ulcers, erosions, gastric bleeding, with severe heartburn, belching. It is recommended to take in the postoperative period to restore the body, after suffering intestinal infections, food poisoning.
Propolis for gastritis with high acidity
Propolis has the ability to normalize acidity. So, if a person has an increased acidity, which is often the case with gastritis, it will significantly decrease under the action of the indicated remedy. It is recommended to use in the form of herbal infusions, as part of various balms that can be easily prepared even at home, in the kitchen. In the absence of the ability or desire to prepare infusions, they can be purchased at the pharmacy in finished form. You can also chew propolis by putting a small piece of it in your mouth.
Consider the basic recipes.
- Recipe number 1.
To prepare take a tablespoon of broth onions, peppermint and nettle, add about 50 grams of propolis, previously melted in a water bath. All this is mixed, pour about 500 ml of red wine (for example, Cahors wine). All this is heated, not bringing to full boil, they drink 50 ml per day. The course of treatment is at least 28 days (full biochemical cycle).
- Recipe number 2.
Aloe juice, kalanchoe juice and propolis melted in a water bath (at least 150 grams) are taken in equal parts. All this is poured 500 ml of alcohol, insist at least 5 days, drink in small quantities twice a day, 28 days.
- Recipe number 3.
As the basis take vodka or pure alcohol, mixed with 50 ml of propolis, melted on low heat or in a water bath. Then add about a tablespoon of the following components: marjoram, mistletoe, hop. Stir until a homogeneous consistency is formed, after which they leave to infuse for at least 24 hours.
- Recipe number 4.
In a common alcohol (500 ml) is added a tablespoon of propolis and horseradish juice. Then make 2-3 drops of lavender essential oil. Drink a tablespoon twice a day.
- Recipe number 5.
To prepare, take a tablespoon of horse sorrel infusions, barberry leaves, water pepper, viburnum juice, mixed with a tablespoon of honey, pour 200 ml of melted propolis and 500 ml of alcohol (vodka). Insist at least a day. Drink a tablespoon 2-3 times a day.
- Recipe number 6.
Take in equal shares of blueberry juice, broth hips, rowan, currant juice. All this is poured with melted propolis, brought to a boil, set aside, cool, drink 3-4 tablespoons per day.
- Recipe number 7.
They take vodka or pure alcohol as a base, mix it with 100 grams of propolis (before mixing, it must be melted beforehand). Then add about 2-3 tablespoons of decoctions of horsetail, chicory ordinary and burnet drug. Stir, then set aside and provide an opportunity to insist. Applied mainly with a tendency to gastric and intestinal bleeding, at risk of developing ulcers, with bleeding erosive gastritis, since the burnet has a hemostatic effect. If there is no risk of bleeding, the burnet can be excluded from the composition of the funds.
- Recipe number 8.
Take about 150 grams of pure propolis, melt it until complete dissolution, add 100 grams of honey with constant stirring, bring to a liquid state. Pour in about 100 ml of alcohol or vodka. This mixture is used as a base: a tablespoon of shepherd's purse, roots of elecampane, and meadow geranium grass are added to it. All this is boiled for about 5 minutes, removed from the heat, allowed to infuse for at least 12 hours, drink a tablespoon three times a day.
- Recipe number 9.
Melted propolis is used as a base. It is added to a tablespoon of yarrow and decoction of horse sorrel seeds. All this is mixed, kept for a day, drink a third of a glass a day.
- Recipe number 10.
Melted propolis is mixed with alcohol in a 1: 2 ratio. Drink 30 grams three times a day.
Propolis for erosive gastritis
The unique ability of propolis to heal wounds, erosion, remove inflammatory processes, stop the development of wounds, stomatitis, skin and mucous membranes has been known for a long time. That is why propolis is widely used in the treatment of erosive gastritis. Also used in the treatment of any erosion, prevents the transition of gastritis to an ulcer. For the treatment of suitable recipes listed above. You can also chew propolis like chewing gum, and swallow saliva. It is often recommended to add propolis to tea (instead of sugar, to taste), and use in unlimited quantities.
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Propolis for gastritis with low acidity
Gastritis with low acidity is very dangerous, because there is a risk of its transformation into stomach cancer. This form requires mandatory and immediate treatment. One of the most effective means of such treatment is propolis. For treatment, you can simply dissolve the propolis, putting a small piece in your mouth. You can also use propolis in the composition of various decoctions (namely, decoctions, since the intake of alcohol, alcohol with low acidity is strictly contraindicated). It is recommended for long-term use, over 2-3 months. Consider the basic recipes.
- Recipe number 1.
In the usual boiling water (500 ml), mixed with melted propolis, add 30 grams of the plantain decoction, cherry leaves, decoction of western Tui. Drink a tablespoon twice a day.
- Recipe number 2.
For the preparation of broth take on a tablespoon of amaranth spiky, broth of unripe oranges, dry chopped herbs of water pepper, pour about 500 ml of boiling water mixed with propolis. All this insist at least 3-4 hours, drink 50 ml per day.
- Recipe number 3.
They take in equal parts the initial letter, the shepherd's bag, the yarrow and the nettle. Take about 2-3 tablespoons of each component, add a pinch of ground dill seeds, pour boiling water mixed with propolis, insist at least 5 hours, drink in small quantities twice a day, 28 days.
- Recipe number 4.
As a base take boiling water and propolis dissolved in it (at least 50 grams). Then add a tablespoon of Verviens ordinary, highlander bird and water pepper. Stir, then set aside and provide an opportunity to insist.
- Recipe number 5.
In the usual boiling water (500 ml) add a tablespoon of decoction of viburnum bark, herb yarrow, 100 grams of propolis. Drink a tablespoon twice a day.
- Recipe number 6.
To prepare the broth, take a tablespoonful of powder from the dried leaves of a linden heart-shaped, 30 ml of bedtime juice and 50 grams of propolis, pour boiling water (500 ml). Drink a third of a cup twice a day.
- Recipe number 7.
Take in equal shares propolis, aloe juice. All this is poured over 500 ml of boiling water, add 50 grams of honey. Insist at least 5 hours, drink in small quantities twice a day, for 28 days.
- Recipe number 8.
As a base take a mixture of propolis with boiling water (500 ml). Then add about a tablespoon of the following components: an infusion of turnip leaves, dandelion root, nettle leaves. Stir, insist 1-2 hours, after which they drink half a glass per day.
- Recipe number 9.
It is recommended to dissolve 5 grams of propolis in 50 ml of boiling water, drink before bedtime.
- Recipe number 10.
About 30 grams of propolis dissolved in a glass of boiling water, add the juice of half a lemon. Drink all the resulting solution for the day.
Propolis for atrophic gastritis
Atrophic gastritis is characterized by reduced contractile activity (peristalsis) of the walls of the stomach, esophagus. To increase the contractile activity of smooth muscles, apply propolis. As a result of atrophy, food moves poorly through the digestive tract, often stagnant. The danger of this condition is that complete paralysis of smooth muscles is possible, which leads to food stagnation, flatulence, further inflammatory and infectious processes, up to necrosis and sepsis. Often, malignant tumors develop on this background. Propolis helps fight these symptoms. It is recommended to use as part of decoctions (recipes discussed above). You can also dissolve and chew pure propolis in small pieces, add to tea.
Propolis for gastritis and gastric ulcer
Propolis promotes wound healing, prevents the progression of erosion, wounds, is a reliable means of preventing inflammatory and infectious processes. Due to these properties, it is used for gastritis and gastric ulcers. Allows you to quickly relieve pain, reduces the likelihood of bleeding, the risk of increased erosion. It is recommended to apply fresh, sucking up a small piece of propolis, and swallowing saliva. Also well-proven form available in the pharmacy. Pharmaceutical forms are recommended to be used for stomach ulcers and the risk of its development, since they are maximally adapted for penetration directly into the stomach. They penetrate the stomach unchanged. Affect the focus of inflammation. In the stomach get almost unchanged.
Release form
Propolis is produced by many manufacturers in various forms. Most often, pharmacies can buy propolis tincture (25 ml bottle). Also produce propolis in the form of tablets, plates of 5 grams. There is propolis in the form of ointment, rectal and vaginal suppositories. And, of course, there is always the opportunity to purchase pure propolis in large pieces from beekeepers and beekeepers.
Propolis on alcohol during gastritis
Most often, propolis is produced in the form of tincture prepared using alcohol. This tincture is recommended to take for people with gastritis with high acidity, as well as for erosions, ulcers, acute inflammatory processes. Sold in a pharmacy, the composition includes 100% propolis, infused with alcohol. Usually sold in 25 ml vials. You can buy ready-made alcohol infusion, and you can prepare it yourself by buying in a pure propolis pharmacy, or directly from beekeepers. It is recommended as a base to take alcohol infused with herbal ingredients, or add herbal extracts directly to the infusion. This greatly enhances the activity of propolis.
- Recipe number 1.
In ordinary alcohol (500 ml) add a tablespoon of dill fruit, grass clover, anise fruit, nettle leaves. 50 grams of propolis is dissolved in this infusion. Drink a tablespoon twice a day.
- Recipe number 2.
To prepare take a tablespoon of dandelion roots, cumin, dill, nettle leaves. Pour a glass of alcohol, add 30 grams of pure propolis. All this insist at least 3-4 days, drink 50 ml per day.
- Recipe number 3.
They take in equal shares the nettle leaves, dill seed and anise seed, oregano herb. Add a tablespoon of propolis, pour 500 ml of alcohol. Drink a third of a glass per day.
- Recipe number 4.
Vodka or pure alcohol is taken as a basis, about 30-40 grams of pure propolis are dissolved in it. Then add about a tablespoon of the following components: walnut leaves, hop cones, sage leaves. Stir, then set aside and provide an opportunity to insist.
- Recipe number 5.
In ordinary alcohol (500 ml) add 50 grams of propolis, as well as a tablespoon of peppermint and sage. Drink a tablespoon twice a day.
Propolis tincture for gastritis
Tinctures on alcohol are recommended to be used only for gastritis with high acidity, and also if there is a risk of bleeding, ulceration, erosion. The composition of the tincture, in addition to propolis, can additionally include herbal ingredients that enhance the main effect.
Honey with propolis for gastritis
Honey has a powerful anti-inflammatory, antiseptic effect. Propolis mainly has a wound-healing and sedative effect, stops bleeding and prevents the risk of their development. In combination, these substances reinforce each other, are an effective treatment for gastritis of any origin. Usually, this mixture is prepared quite simply: the honey is melted over low heat, with constant stirring. Then add propolis, dissolve. Withstand until a homogeneous consistency. Substances take in equal shares. Take 5-15 grams at a time. Usually prescribed 3-4 times a day, if necessary - the frequency of use increases to 6-7 times a day. The course of treatment is on average a month.
Pharmaceutical propolis for gastritis
Propolis can be made at home by yourself. But many doctors at gastritis prefer to stop their choice on the pharmacy propolis. This is due to several reasons.
First, such a drug is pure, 100% sterile. This allows you to protect the patient, significantly reduces the risk of infection. Such propolis is often prescribed in the postoperative period, with exacerbation of gastritis, a high risk of developing ulcers, erosions, bleeding.
Secondly, in the preparation the dosage is precisely calculated, which excludes the possibility of overdose, significantly reduces the risk of side effects.
Most often with gastritis, propolis is prescribed in the form of a pharmaceutical tincture. The pharmacy has many different tinctures of propolis, of varying concentrations. But most often used 100% infusion. The main difference is basically only in the manufacturer: almost every manufacturer includes this tool in its product range. The doctor determines the dosage and treatment regimen, depending on many factors, including the severity of the pathological process, the duration of the disease, the prognosis, the specific features of the pathology.
Propolis with gastritis oil
One of the most effective means of treating gastritis is oil. It acts as a universal basis in which propolis can dissolve. Together, these components mutually enhance therapeutic effects. With oil, any components quickly penetrate the stomach, while maintaining a natural, unchanged appearance, and all its natural properties. Oil softens the digestive tract, promotes healing of wounds, prevents the emergence of new erosion and wounds. Propolis also has a powerful wound-healing, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect, reduces the risk of bleeding. Additionally, it is recommended to include vegetable components in the mixture, which enhance the effect of oil and propolis, and also have an additional effect. Consider some compounds that are successfully used to treat gastritis.
- Recipe number 1.
Approximately 100 grams of butter is taken as a base. Slowly melt it on low heat, with constant stirring. Gradually inject about 50 grams of propolis, melt it, while continuing to stir all the time. In the mixture is added to a tablespoon of extracts of peppermint, sage, violets, succession. All this is mixed until smooth, apply a tablespoon 2-3 times a day. If pain or nausea occurs, you can take another teaspoon of this remedy. You can also use this tool for abdominal massage, visceral massage (special therapeutic massage of the stomach and other internal organs through the abdominal wall).
- Recipe number 2.
To prepare the ointment, they take butter (100 grams) as a base, melt it in a water bath, or on low heat until dissolved, with constant stirring. In the resulting mass is added 40 grams of propolis, 2 tablespoons of spruce alder, decoction of horse sorrel root, elderberry flowers. All this is mixed, until a homogeneous consistency. Remove from heat, give the opportunity to freeze. Apply on a tablespoon 2-3 times a day. Store in the refrigerator (on the bottom shelf).
- Recipe number 3.
As the basis for the preparation of ointments take butter and propolis in a ratio of 2: 1. All this is melted to the formation of a liquid, evenly mixed. A mixture of the following plant components is prepared in advance in a refractory pot: elderberry flowers, linden flowers, chamomile, sage (at the rate of approximately 2 tablespoons of each herb per 150 ml of oil). The oil is heated over low heat (not boiling). As soon as the oil has warmed up quite strongly, but has not yet begun to boil, remove it from the heat, and pour in the previously prepared herbs. Stir, cover with a lid on top, insist in a dark place for 24 hours (at room temperature). After that, the oil is ready for use. To use inside on a teaspoon daily, in the morning (on an empty stomach). It can be added to tea, or dissolved in a small amount of warm water.
- Recipe number 4.
As a basis, take a mixture of oils: sunflower, olive and corn oil (about 50 grams each), heated to a hot state (not boiling), add 50 grams of propolis, dissolved. Gradually pour in 5 ml of alcoholic infusion of viburnum bark, yellow poppy, coltsfoot leaves, and mullein mullein. Mix thoroughly, used in cooking, to add to salads during the day. A chorus necessarily drink on an empty stomach a tablespoon of this tool.
- Recipe number 5.
They take butter and propolis in a ratio of 1: 2, melt over low heat. In the resulting liquid, add a tablespoon of broth of blueberries and mordovnik ordinary. All this is mixed until smooth, used for ingestion of a teaspoon twice a day - in the morning and in the evening.
Propolis with milk for gastritis
Milk is directed primarily to the normalization of microflora, the removal of the inflammatory process, pain syndrome. In combination with propolis, it has an immunostimulating, antiseptic effect. In case of gastritis, these substances contribute to the normalization of digestion, relieve pain, normalize the state of the mucous membranes, increase their colonization resistance. It should be borne in mind that milk is not useful to everyone. It is contraindicated for people with lactose intolerance, may be poorly tolerated by older people.
The recipe is quite simple: about 10-15 grams of propolis is dissolved in a glass of warm milk, drink a glass twice a day, preferably on an empty stomach. You can divide the daily dose into 4 doses.
Pharmacodynamics
The basis of the mechanism of action of propolis is the normalization of metabolic processes in the body, which is carried out under the action of propolis and the components that make up it. Propolis has a high content of resins, vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, phytoncides, which provides the basic properties of the substance: antiseptic, anti-inflammatory effect. Due to the high content of vitamin C, propolis has an additional antioxidant effect, removes radicals from the body, respectively, reduces the likelihood of intoxication, progression of infection. All this contributes to the additional stabilization of cellular structures, improves cellular processes, tissue metabolism, quickly removes metabolites and toxins from the body.
It contributes to the fact that nutrients and vitamins actively accumulate in cell membranes, which contributes to their stabilization. At the tissue level, inflammation is reduced and inflammation is eliminated. It promotes the acceleration of absorption, elimination of toxins and slags, prevents the development of stagnation.
In addition, propolis acts as a source of carbohydrates, so that it effectively provides the body with energy. It should be borne in mind that this process is accompanied by an intense release of glucose into the bloodstream, which can be dangerous for diabetics.
The advantages of treatment with this remedy are that propolis does not create a burden on the liver or kidneys. Peristalsis, motility are significantly increased, the gastrointestinal tract is cleared, stagnation is eliminated, fecal masses are more effectively removed from the body. One of the effects of propolis is a mild laxative effect, which is especially useful for people prone to constipation.
Also be sure to point out the disinfectant and antiseptic properties of propolis. Due to this, the organism is cleansed, intoxication is removed, the immunity is significantly increased, the hormonal background is normalized. It is worth emphasizing the ability of the drug to increase local and systemic immunity, eliminate autoimmune reactions, reduce the resistance and endurance of the body. This contributes to the accelerated recovery of the body, reducing bleeding, susceptibility to erosion, damage to the skin and mucous membranes. Helps to eliminate pain, speeds up metabolism, which significantly improves well-being.
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Pharmacokinetics
Since propolis is a product of natural origin, obtained as a result of the vital activity of bees. The composition includes biological and chemical components containing over 70 substances that are beneficial to humans.
An important quality of propolis is a rich composition that provides reliable immunization, supports high rates of both local and systemic immunity. The quality of hemoglobin is significantly improved, the composition of the blood is improved, the blood formula is normalized, and the biochemical parameters are as close to normal as possible. It is also worth noting that the microflora indicators also come to normal, respectively, the state of the gastric mucosa and intestines is normalized, the inflammatory process is removed and prevented, creates an unfavorable environment for the development of Helicobacter pylori, which are often the causative agents of gastritis and ulcers. Also significantly reduces the likelihood of violations of the intestinal microflora.
In addition, under the influence of propolis, normalization of metabolic processes occurs, reparation occurs more quickly, the restoration of damaged tissues is updated in the epidermis, mucous and submucosal layers.
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Dosing and administration
Propolis is used according to the scheme prescribed by the doctor. The regimen can be very diverse. If it is an alcoholic infusion, pure, it is usually prescribed for 10-50 drops, depending on the severity of the disease, its duration, age, body weight of the patient. When taking propolis for chewing, in solid form, it is recommended from 2 to 15 grams per day. Propolis in the composition of other means drink, depending on the form of the drug, instructions. The method of application depends on the composition. The dose is determined by the doctor, the individual tolerance of the components.
How to take propolis for gastritis?
The most effective way to use propolis for gastritis is peroral administration. If you do not know how to take this or that tool, it is better to consult a doctor. He will select the optimal treatment regimen. In general terms, the therapy can be represented as follows: clean, fresh propolis is chewed, swallowed with saliva. The drug in the form of infusion is drunk on an empty stomach, decoctions are consumed during the day, oils and mixtures are eaten in pure form, or dissolved in water, tea.
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How to take propolis tincture for duodenal ulcer
If a person has a duodenal ulcer, it is recommended to take propolis tincture, either dissolved in a small amount of liquid, or washed down with plenty of warm boiled water. In other cases, alcohol tinctures should not be taken due to the fact that they irritate the walls and increase pain. It is better to take propolis as a decoction.
Chewing propolis for gastritis
Many doctors at gastritis recommend their patients to simply chew propolis. Especially if the disease is accompanied by bouts of pain. Thus, it is recommended to consume up to 30 grams of pure propolis per day, simply chewing it instead of chewing gum. Saliva is swallowed.
Application for children
Children can take propolis, because it has all the same effects as an adult. Additionally, it stimulates the immune and hormonal system. Accordingly, the processes of growth, development, and mass gain are accelerated, which makes application for children not only possible, but necessary. Consider the basic recipes that are suitable for children.
- Recipe number 1. Propolis oil
As the basis for the preparation of butter take about 100 grams of butter, mixed with 50 grams of propolis. All this is melted before the formation of liquid oil. A mixture of the following plant components is prepared in advance in a refractory container: pumpkin seed, birch buds, leaves of a succession, watermelon seed. The oil is heated over low heat (not boiling). As soon as the oil has warmed up quite strongly, but has not yet begun to boil, remove it from the heat, and pour in the previously prepared herbs. Stir, cover with a lid on top, insist in a dark place for 24 hours (at room temperature).
- Recipe number 2.
As a basis, take a mixture of cocoa butter, butter, propolis in equal shares, add 2-3 drops of sea buckthorn oil and burdock oil. Stir. In the mixture add 2 drops of the following essential oils: cranberries, string, thyme. Mix thoroughly. Drink a tablespoon 3-4 times a day.
- Recipe number 3.
Take any fat or oil base: butter, chocolate butter, lard, sour cream. Melt, add 50 grams of propolis, continue to melt until a liquid consistency is formed. In the resulting mass is added to a tablespoon of water or alcohol infusions of ivy-like budra, lungfish, ferule, buckwheat. You can add 1 gram of ground nutmeg or ground black pepper. All this is mixed until smooth. Eat a teaspoon 3-4 times a day. It is possible to add to tea, compote, vegetable broths.
- Recipe number 4.
To prepare the mass, fish oil is taken as a base, mixed with propolis in a 1: 2 ratio, melted in a water bath, or on low heat until dissolved, with constant stirring. In the resulting mass is added to 2 tablespoons of Zubchatka ordinary, Siberian cedar, mountaineer mnogotsvetkovogo, Siberian fir, small periwinkle, meadow clover. All this is mixed, until a homogeneous consistency. Take off the fire, give the opportunity to freeze. Eat a teaspoon three times a day.
- Recipe number 5.
They take about 100 grams of fat and 50 grams of margarine as a basis for cooking butter, mix it all with 100 grams of propolis. All this is melted to the formation of oil. A mixture of the following plant components is prepared in advance in a refractory container: coltsfoot, pine buds, white acacia, burdock, plantain, willow bark. The oil is heated over low heat (not boiling). As soon as the oil has warmed up quite strongly, but has not yet boiled, removes it from the fire, and pour in the previously prepared herbs. Stir, cover with a lid on top, insist in a dark place for 24 hours (at room temperature). Take 10-15 grams 3-4 times a day.
- Recipe number 6.
As a basis take a mixture of butter, honey, propolis and cocoa butter in the ratio 1: 1: 2: 1, add 1-2 tablespoons of the powder obtained from the gall bladder of the fish tench (the gall bladder is separated, dried, pounded, then milled on a coffee grinder). All this is mixed. To the resulting mixture add 2 ml of concentrated extracts of the following oils: lilac, fresh wormwood, parsley. Mix thoroughly, use the inside. Daily dose - 50 grams.
Use Gastritis propolis during pregnancy
Propolis is considered a natural and relatively safe remedy, therefore its use during pregnancy is allowed. It has a stimulating effect on the body of the mother and child. But you need to make sure that there is no individual intolerance or an allergic reaction. It should be borne in mind that at this time the body is in the stage of adaptation, and is experiencing increased loads. Accordingly, the reaction may vary. So, if before the pregnancy the woman had no allergy, it does not mean that she can not occur during pregnancy, so you need to carefully check the reaction.
There is a fairly simple test that is recommended before starting treatment. Take a small piece of propolis, dissolve it in water (you can take propolis alcohol tincture), apply it on the inner surface of the hand, in the wrist area, where the veins pass. You must wait a few minutes, then check the reaction. If neither redness nor irritation is observed, propolis can be taken orally. First you need to start treatment with a reduced dosage (about a quarter of the dose. If there is no reaction (negative), we take half the dose, and only then, in the absence of a reaction, proceed to receive the full drug dose of the drug.
Contraindications
Basically, there are no contraindications for use, since propolis is well tolerated by the human body and is regarded as a safe natural remedy. The exception is cases of individual intolerance of the substance, the individual components that make up the product. Also, hypersensitivity, allergic reaction can act as a contraindication. Use with caution during pregnancy. Also, the drug is contraindicated in persons suffering from diabetes, because it dramatically increases the level of glucose in the blood.
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Side effects Gastritis propolis
One of the most common side effects is an allergic reaction, which manifests itself in the form of a rash, urticaria, redness, swelling, irritation. In some cases, allergies can manifest difficulty swallowing, sore throat. Nasal congestion, suffocation. In the most severe cases, angioedema and anaphylactic shock develop, which can result in a comatose state, or death. But these are extremely severe cases that occur very rarely, even if a person has a history of severe allergic reactions, bronchial asthma. In other cases, the drug is well tolerated. In pregnancy, toxicity may increase.
Overdose
Overdose incidence is rare. But, if they arise, it most often manifests itself in the form of an allergic reaction, an attack of nausea, and vomiting. Sometimes the pain in the stomach increases, diarrhea appears.
Interactions with other drugs
Propolis practically does not interact with other drugs. Cross reactions are not observed. It can be used with any pharmaceutical, homeopathic remedies, phytopreparations, vitamin complexes. But still, before applying it is better to consult a doctor, treatment can be dangerous.
Storage conditions
Observe the requirements for storage of propolis, and the conditions of its content, which are indicated on the original packaging. Tincture is usually stored in a dark bottle and carton box in a dark and cool place out of the reach of children. Pure propolis is stored in a carton, in the refrigerator, on the door.
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Shelf life
For pure propolis, which is purchased from beekeepers, beekeepers, the shelf life is practically unlimited. It can be stored for decades. And he will not lose his healing properties. As for tinctures, they are stored in accordance with the period indicated on the package. After opening the bottle, do not store for longer than 1-1.5 months. Homemade infusions are stored for several years. Broths are stored no more than 1-2 days.
Analogs
The closest analogue of propolis is honey. It also has an antiseptic, wound healing, anti-inflammatory effect, relieves pain, normalizes metabolic processes, and prevents the likelihood of gastritis to go into an ulcer.
Reviews
If you analyze the reviews, it can be noted that most of them are positive. Negative comments are rare, and mainly relate to cases where a person has an individual intolerance, or an allergic reaction. In the rest, patients note good tolerability, high efficiency. The drug begins to act very quickly, after 5-10 minutes relieves pain. It is a great addition to drug therapy. It helps people with gastritis of any shape and severity, ulcers. It is also worth noting that propolis in gastritis is an effective means of preventing bleeding and ulcers. Well tolerated by children. Especially they like to chew pure propolis like chewing gum. It has a pleasant sweet taste. It can be used for pregnant women, and this is sometimes just a salvation from pain, because taking medication is contraindicated. Side effects are extremely rare, mainly against the background of general toxicity or gestosis, against the background of severe pregnancy and intoxication, increased toxicosis, profuse vomiting and nausea.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Propolis tincture for atrophic gastritis, increased acidity" 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.