Hawthorn tincture
Latin name: Crataegi tinctura
ATX code: C01EB04
Active ingredient: hawthorn fruit (Crataegi fructus)
Producer: Tver Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), Hippocrat LLC (Russia), EKOlab (Russia), Moscow Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), Flora Kavkaza (Russia)
Description and photo update: 2018-15-05
Prices in pharmacies: from 8 rubles.
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Hawthorn tincture is a herbal preparation with antispasmodic, cardiotonic, sedative effects.
Release form and composition
Dosage form of the drug release - tincture: transparent, from red with a brown tint to yellow with an orange tint (15, 25, 40, 50 or 100 ml each in glass bottles, dropper bottles or jars, in a cardboard box 1 bottle, bottle -dropper or bank).
Hawthorn tincture composition (per 1000 ml):
- active substance: crushed hawthorn fruits - 100 g;
- additional component: 70% ethyl alcohol - in an amount sufficient to obtain 1000 ml of tincture.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
Hawthorn tincture has a moderate sedative, cardiotonic and antispasmodic effect.
Indications for use
Hawthorn tincture is prescribed as part of the complex treatment of the following diseases / conditions:
- functional disorders of the heart;
- astheno-neurotic states;
- cardialgia;
- climacteric syndrome.
Contraindications
- diseases of the brain;
- liver disease;
- traumatic brain injury;
- alcoholism;
- age from 12 years;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
Instructions for the use of Hawthorn tincture: method and dosage
Hawthorn tincture is taken orally, preferably before meals.
The frequency of admission is 3 to 4 times a day.
Recommended single dose:
- adults - 20-30 drops;
- children from 12 years old - 10-15 drops (after preliminary dilution in 1/4 glass of water).
Duration of admission is from 20 to 30 days.
Side effects
In some cases - itching, urticaria (allergic reactions).
With a long course in high doses, the development of bradycardia and arterial hypotension can be observed.
Overdose
The main symptoms: increased dose-dependent side effects (bradycardia and arterial hypotension).
Therapy: symptomatic.
special instructions
It must be taken into account that the composition of the hawthorn tincture contains alcohol.
Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms
Patients should be careful when driving motor vehicles.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
According to the instructions, hawthorn tincture is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women.
Pediatric use
For patients under 12 years of age, hawthorn tincture is not prescribed.
For violations of liver function
Liver diseases are a contraindication to the use of the drug.
Drug interactions
When combined with cardiac glycosides (strophanthin, digoxin, etc.), there is an increase in effects, including cardiotonic.
Analogs
The analogues of hawthorn tincture are Krategus, hawthorn-Alkoy, hawthorn fruit extract dry, hawthorn extract liquid.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a place protected from light at a temperature of 8-15 ° C (according to other sources - 15-25 ° C). Keep out of the reach of children.
The shelf life is 2 or 3 years (depending on the manufacturer).
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Hawthorn tincture
According to reviews, hawthorn tincture is an affordable and effective drug. It is used for stress relief as a sedative and for the treatment and prevention of heart disease. Disadvantages indicate an unpleasant taste and the development of side effects in the form of drowsiness. It must be remembered that the tincture contains alcohol.
Price for Hawthorn tincture in pharmacies
The approximate price for hawthorn tincture (25 or 100 ml in a package) is 15-30 or 210 rubles.
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Maria Kulkes Medical journalist About the author
Education: First Moscow State Medical University named after I. M. Sechenov, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!