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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Galium-Heel (Galium-Heel) belongs to the pharmacological group of complex homeopathic preparations. The international name is "other preparations"; code ATX-V03AX homeopathic (medical category - homeopathic therapeutic products). The manufacturer of this homeopathic remedy is Biologische Heilmittel Heel GmbH (Germany).
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Indications of the galium Heel
Homeopathic preparation Galium-Heel with antiallergic effect is used in the complex therapy of various manifestations of allergy, as well as for the purpose of stimulating nonspecific (innate) immunity.
Indications for use Galium-Heel are chronic diseases that exacerbate, including those caused by infection. According to the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10), the use of this drug is recommended for chronic sinusitis, chronic bronchitis of unexplained etiology, asthma, bronchoectatic disease, undefined and atopic dermatitis. Treatment with homeopathic remedies is in addition to allopathic medications.
Release form
The form of release - drops for reception inside, in vials-droppers in volume of 30 ml and 100 ml.
Pharmacodynamics
In all the instructions to the preparation, Galium-Heel, it is indicated that it "has an activating effect on the detoxification functions of cellular enzyme systems and drainage processes in tissues." And also stimulates immunity.
It should be noted that Galim-Heel is a member of the group of homeopathic medicines, but the principle of its pharmacological action in comparison with classical homeopathy (similarly treated similarly) is significantly modified and is based on the theory of homotoxins.
The founder of the pharmaceutical company Biologische Heilmittel Heel German homeopathist Hans-Heinrich Reckeweg in the middle of the last century created homotoxicology. In accordance with this teaching, any disease is a consequence of intoxication of the body with special substances - homotoxins. When the body loses its capacity for self-regulation, the products of homotoxin metabolism lead to the development of certain pathological conditions. The main thing in the treatment of diseases is to neutralize homotoxins and cleanse them from the body, and also to activate the protective forces (immunity) of a person.
Antihomotoxic drugs (AGTP), to which the manufacturer refers and Galium-Heel, specifically neutralize these metabolites. But there is no description of the mechanisms of Galim-Heel action (of all such tools) to date. Perhaps serious clinical and laboratory studies that would reveal the mechanism of action were simply not carried out. Indirect confirmation of this is the fact that (as noted in the instruction).
The composition of this drug includes 21 components, and the therapeutic effect arises due to the combination and mutual enhancement of the properties of each of these components, among which are plants, minerals and substances of animal origin.
In particular, the composition of Galium-Heel is as follows: Galium aparine, Galium album, Sedum acre, Sempervivum tectorum (rose root or rose stone), Clematis recta (clematis or clematis straight) , Thuja occidentalis (Thuya occidentalis), Caltha palustris (marsh wool), Ononis spinosa (Juniperus spine), Juniperus communis (Juniperus vulgaris), Hedera helix (ivy), Betula alba (birch white), Saponaria officinalis (medicinal herb), Echinacea angustifolia, Urtica urens, calcium fluoratum (fluorite or fluorspar), Phosphorus (phosphorus), Aurum metal licum (metallic gold), Argentum metallicum (silver metallic), Acidum nitricum (aqueous nitric acid solution), Apis mellifica (a preparation from a bee and its poison), Pyrogenium (a pyrogenic nosode, a substance from pathologically altered protein fragments). Plus ethyl alcohol.
Pharmacokinetics
The pharmacokinetics of Galium-Heel has not been studied.
Dosing and administration
The standard daily dose for the above diseases is 30 drops: 10 drops three times a day. Scheme of reception Galium-Heel in the acute stage: 10 drops every half hour for 1-2 days. The maximum daily dose is not more than 200 drops.
Doses of the drug for children under 2 years - 5 drops once a day, for children 2-6 years - 8 drops per day (at a time), for children after 6 years - 10 drops per session (once a day).
Use of the galium Heel during pregnancy
Information on whether Galium-Heel can be used during pregnancy is not available.
Contraindications
The instructions indicate only one contraindication to the use of this drug - increased sensitivity to the components that make up its composition.
Side effects of the galium Heel
Side effects Galium-Heel to date - when used according to the indications and in the recommended dosage - are not identified. There is no documented evidence of overdose.
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Overdose
Not noted .
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Interactions with other drugs
When using Galim-Heel in the schemes of complex antihomotoxic therapy, the drug intake enhances the therapeutic properties of the main AGT. This combined homeopathic preparation is expediently used as an additional means for reducing the intensity of development of various neoplasms.
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Storage conditions
Storage conditions: This product should be stored in a dark place at room temperature.
Shelf life
Shelf life of the drug is 5 years.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Galium-Heel" 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.