Valerian tablets, drops, tincture. Instructions for use, medicinal properties, dosage, treatment, how to take during pregnancy

Valerian - one of the most friendly and proven for decades sedatives. The drops or tablets, it is used from generation to generation, even without reading the manual. However, even a frivolous attitude to soft drugs and tested treatment is unacceptable.

The composition of valerian

Tablets contain basic medical ingredient - a concentrated extract of valerian.

Besides him, the excipients used in the composition of the drug:

• magnesium carbonate
• starch;
• croscarmellose sodium;
• gelatin;
• calcium stearate.

Tincture contains as auxiliary substances of 70% ethyl alcohol.

therapeutic form

Form release valerian may be different: in pills, drops, or as a tincture.

In order not to harm the body, it is important before applying read the instructions, indications and contraindications:

• Valerian tablets. Instructions for use contains information about the appearance and packaging of drugs: they should be covered with yellow or brown shell packaging - for 10 or 50 pieces in blister packs or glass bottle. This is the most common and easy to use form of industrial production of the drug.
• Tincture. One of the popular forms, but because it is not so easy to use, uses no such high demand, the extract tablets.
• The dried rhizomes with roots. The drugstore chain sold dried valerian raw materials, from it we can cook at home decoction, infusion or powder.
• Bath concentrate. Possible to meet a particular form of use as a concentrate for therapeutic sedatives baths bottle of 190 ml.
• Also released in pure form, Valeriana is a part of several drugs with a complex composition or as an additional key component.

medicinal properties

Valerian has a number of useful properties, recognized by official medicine.

• Sedative. Sedative effect due to the presence in the composition of the plant an ester of isovaleric acid and borneol. Preparations based on valerian to achieve visible results must be taken regularly because they are gradual. Such an effect is observed only in the case of complex influence of the substances present in the composition of plants and giving at the same time stable and significant calming effect.
• Antispasmodic. Slight antispasmodic and choleretic effects have valeric acid and valepotriates. The active substances activate the digestive tract mucosa and dilates blood vessels.
• Hypnotic. In the case of regular and prolonged use of the drug, it helps slow the heart rate and rapid onset of strong healthy sleep.

testimony

Traditional medicine recognizes the effectiveness of valerian preparations for the treatment of the following problems:

• nervous stress;
• prolonged stay under stress;
• difficulty falling asleep, insomnia, night awakenings, superficial sleep;
• depression;
• heart neurosis;
• headache, nervous character, strong migraine, including the psychological stress;
• irritability, a tendency to hysteria;
• dystonia;
• spasms in the digestive system;
• in the complex therapy valerian is used to treat kidney and liver failure.

In popular therapies valerian used in more extensive list of diseases:

• as anthelmintic;
• to improve digestion;
• as a carminative;
• at nervous overexcitation;
• cardiac neurosis;
• increased activity of the thyroid gland;
• chronic circulatory disorders;
• scarlet fever;
• heart defects;
• hypertension;
• nervous diseases of the digestive system;
• inflammation of the eye, cataract;
• migraine headaches in the nervous system;
• sciatica (sciatica);
• neurodermatitis;
• lung diseases (inflammation, tuberculosis);
• certain diseases of the liver and biliary tract;
• dysentery and paratyphoid diseases;
• difficult during menopause;
• beriberi;
• cancer (such as colon, throat);
• diseases of the oral cavity;
• children in the form of enemas - with cramps, stomach cramps, vomiting;
• the bite of a rabid animal;
• to reduce sweating - externally;
• in lichen planus in the form of lotions.

Valerian extract can be taken as an independent means, and if the natural soft effect is not enough, use it in combination with other sedatives.

Contraindications

Instructions for use of valerian tablets comprises contra application:

• high sensitivity to the drug or intolerance;
• age less than 3 years;
• first trimester of pregnancy;
• dietary fructose intolerance, glucose, galactose;
• lack of lactase in the body / saccharase / isomaltose.

Alcoholate - before applying it is necessary to consider not only the major contraindications, but also those which are associated with the presence of ethyl alcohol in the composition:

• alcoholism;
• liver problems;
• work relating to driving of vehicles and the use of complex mechanisms because Valerian relaxes and can be the cause of a small motility disorders, inhibition and attenuation attention.

The daily norm for adults and children

Alcohol tincture of valerian can be used from early childhood, the daily dose at the same time It is calculated as follows: the number of drops of tincture should be equal to the number of full years of the child. For adults, the daily average dose of alcoholic tinctures of valerian - from 90 to 120 drops.

Valerian tablets contains a concentrated extract of medicinal substances, therefore it is necessary to adhere to the recommendations set forth in the instructions for use. It provides the average daily dose for adults in the amount of 6 pieces, for children from 12 years of age - no more than 2. In individual cases, the daily dosage can be increased, but only by the expert recommendations.

Possible side effects and overdose

Side effects of valerian preparations are directly related with their therapeutic properties and manifested most often as a result of an overdose of the drug:

• inhibition reactions;
• lethargy, muscle weakness;
• manifestation of drowsiness;
• constipation with prolonged use;
• reduced working capacity;
• Allergic reactions, in the case of predisposition to them.

More serious side effects occur as a result of a large overdose - usually, it's above normal receiving more than 20 times. In this case, you may experience irregular heartbeat - arrhythmia, bradycardia.

Despite the fact that valerian medications - some of the most harmless natural medicines and fatal poisoning them even with a large overdose unlikely, can not ignore the individual response and health condition person.

In case of overdose should immediately take the first aid measures - wash stomach, take activated charcoal or other adsorbent. To prevent absorption of the drug in the intestine and cause a laxative action can be taken magnesium sulfate.

Specific antidote to the drug valerian does not exist. In any case, before starting, you need to carefully read the instructions for use and compare the benefits and harms of drugs.

Interaction with other drugs

valerian preparations may enhance the effect of sedatives and hypnotic drugs, as they have a reinforcing effect when taking muscle relaxants. Products containing caffeine, drugs are antagonists and destroy calming effect of valerian. Therefore, when taking medications is desirable to eliminate or minimize the use of tea and coffee.

In applying alcoholic tinctures of valerian must also consider the compatibility of ethyl alcohol with other drugs.

Before taking you must inform the doctor about all medications taken concurrently.

How to take the drug in tablets. instruction

Instructions for use of the drug provides its use for the treatment of predominantly adults and adolescents.

Valerian tablets is very good for problems with the nervous system, irritability, Depression, and it is possible to combine valerian with other drugs or use their own pieces in an amount of 1-2 3 - 4 times a day immediately after the meal.

Treatment long, at least 2 to 4 weeks because the drug has a cumulative effect. Instruction is also provided for repeated courses of therapy. Depending on the problem, which is assigned to eliminate the drug and the individual characteristics of the organism, the dose may be increased.

Instructions for use of tincture

Tincture taken as tablet form drugs, immediately after a meal, usually 3-4 times a day. Dosage: no more than 20-30 drops at a time. For tangible effect requires treatment for at least one month, to be systematically repeated.

Valerian can take a very long period. But if a positive result of treatment does not come for a long time, it is advisable to seek help from a doctor - you may need to choose a different dosage or change drug.

Pregnancy and lactation

Many women during childbearing is a significant burden on the nervous system, suffer from sleep disorders and increased excitability. So taking drugs during pregnancy valerian is prescribed as a mild sedative and safe, thus relieving the emotional instability of the expectant mother.

Instructions for use of valerian contain information that use of the drug in the first trimester of pregnancy when the fetus is formed, it is dangerous.

But in general, it is fairly mild and relatively harmless drug for pregnant women. Receiving soothing permitted by the physician is not until the second trimester of pregnancy, following the dosage, as its excess can affect the future development of the child.

After the birth of a child during breastfeeding receiving valerian preparations shown strictly for medical indication and without exceeding the assigned dosage, since breast milk substance falls baby. To avoid allergic reactions and sleep disorders in a child's recommended dosage must be strictly observed.

Is it possible to give children

Alcohol tincture valerian can be used as a sedative and antispasmodic in the first days of life. But in the age of up to one year to take it without visiting the pediatrician is not recommended.

In this case, the daily rate infusions (1 drop per year of age) must be diluted with plenty of water. Single drug desoldering child in divided doses throughout the day.

Valerian in tablets containing high concentrations of substances can be used to treat children with the their age, and to apply the tablet form of the drug instructions for use of up to 12 years does not recommended. In some cases, it may appoint an expert with all the indications and contraindications for use.

Children from the age of 12 valerian tablets can be used for no more than 1 tablet 2 times a dayAnd not more than 2 consecutive weeks, to prevent excessive depression of the central nervous system of a growing organism. Individual dosage and frequency of use is also better to discuss with the pediatrician.

How to prepare a tincture at home

Valerian drops (alcohol tincture) is easy to cook at home.

General preparation of the rules are as follows:

• chopped (fragment size should be less than 3 mm) of valerian root and rhizome is placed in a dark glass container, pour the 70% ethyl alcohol in a ratio of 1: 5.
• harvested at 14 days in a dark place and kept at room temperature for about 2 weeks;
• daily take out and shake vigorously to ensure complete mixing;
• tincture then filtered, bottled in dark glass and sent to storage in a cool dark place. Keep in such circumstances, the infusion can be up to 4 years.

There are several options for the preparation of medicinal alcohol tinctures, which can be obtained using the drugs required concentration:

• alcohol fortress for preparing alcoholic extracts may be 70, 40, 20%;
• The higher alcohol fortress, the shorter the period of infusion, and vice versa;
• in the absence of ethanol, it is possible to replace high-grade vodka;
• the following relation is generally used crude drug and alcohol - 1:10, 2:10, 3:10; 1:5;
• use a ratio of 1: 1 provides a high concentration of the tincture.

The concentrated tincture prepared in a special way - from fresh rhizomes and roots of Valeriana infused 10 days 75% ethyl alcohol, used for inhalation: the bottom of the tank pour 30 drops of tincture and inhale its vapors for 3-4 minutes just before departure to sleep.

In this case, you only need to inhale through your nose. This method of application is used in folk medicine. It is believed that it helps to improve sleep, relieve tension and is an effective treatment of cataracts.

Prepare decoction water based as follows:

• 2 - 3 tbsp. l. dried rhizome should be placed in a glass container;
• Pour hot water (200 g - 1 cup) and insist on a water bath for 15 minutes under the lid;
• refrigerate after cooking, then drain and squeeze out the remaining raw materials;
• add boiled water in an amount sufficient to bring the volume of the resulting drug to the original.

Infusion must take 3 times a day 30 minutes before meal, after stir it to homogeneity in the following dosage:

• for adults and adolescents from 14 years of age - 1 tbsp. l .;
• children from 10 to 14 years - 1 dess. l .;
• children 1 to 10 years - 1 hr. l.

Preparation is highly different from the cooking broth over gentle heat treatment of raw materials, or its complete absence. Such a method allows, on the one hand, to retain a greater amount of useful substances in the preparation of a medicament, on the other hand, for a less concentrated solution. Infusion for the treatment of children - the most suitable form of the drug.

• Infusion of rhizomes, crushed in a coffee grinder, can be prepared in a thermos: 1 tbsp powder with 200 ml. boiling water. Preparation takes about 6 hours. The resulting infusion use 3 times during the day by 1 - 2 tbsp. l.
• For better preservation of essential oils, which evaporate when heated, often use cold boiled water at the same ratio - 1 tbsp. l. 1 Art. water. The cooking process takes 24 hours. All resulting infusion use for one day is divided into several stages.

It must be remembered that if the prepared infusion does not contain alcohol, it can not be stored for a long time. Generally, the aqueous extract is recommended to be stored no more than 2 days in the refrigerator, but it is more expedient every day to prepare a new batch, since the concentration of nutrients over time decreases.

In some cases, for quick effect, designate up to 1/3 cup of infusion. It is important to condition the medication - the regularity, it is undesirable to pass reception hours medication.

Liquid dosage forms for use valerian lotions and compresses (outer) skin diseases nervous etiology of migraine and neuralgia. The flap cloth soaked in the infusion, is applied to the affected area to dry completely, but no less than 15-20 minutes.

If necessary, make a lotion several times a day. It should be remembered that on the forehead is recommended to make a cool compress, and neuralgia patient site is necessary to provide body heat, so as not to aggravate the problem of hypothermia.

Infusions and decoctions of valerian root is also widely used for preparation of therapeutic soothing baths.

The following recipes are common:

• 100 g of valerian root crush, add water to a volume of 1 l., To push at least 10 hours and filter.
• 100 g of root boil in 2 liters. water, brew for at least 10 min., filter.
  Water for bathing should be cool enough, in the range of 34 - 37 C, respectively, for the procedures would be sufficient 15 - 20 minutes. Such bath treats insomnia, epilepsy, and has a sedative effect. Valeric bath to be taken every day. Also, bathing procedure is effective at extremely restless behavior of children.

In folk medicine valerian is a lot more ways to use as infusions and decoctions than common commercial form of tablets. Of course, instruction manual can not cover all types of use, however, the recommended dosage when administered homemade means stick is still necessary.

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