Rhodiola Extract Liquid - Instructions For Use, Reviews, Price

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Rhodiola extract liquid

Rhodiola extract liquid: instructions for use and reviews

1. 1. Release form and composition
2. 2. Pharmacological properties
3. 3. Indications for use
4. 4. Contraindications
5. 5. Instructions for the use of liquid: method and dosage
6. 6. Side effects
7. 7. Overdose
8. 8. Special instructions
9. 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
10. 10. Use in childhood
11. 11. Drug interactions
12. 12. Analogs
13. 13. Terms and conditions of storage
14. 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
15. 15. Liquid reviews
16. 16. Price of liquid in pharmacies

Latin name: Extractum Rhodiolae fluidum

ATX code: A13A

Active ingredient: roots and rhizomes of Rhodiola rosea (Rhodiolae roseae rhizomata cum radicibus)

Manufacturer: Camellia NPP (Russia), Vladivostok Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), Tver Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), Dalkhimpharm (Russia), Biolik (Ukraine), Yaroslavl Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), etc.

Description and photo update: 2018-25-10

Rhodiola liquid extract is a herbal medicine with a tonic and tonic effect.

Release form and composition

Dosage form of the drug - extract: dark brown with a reddish tinge liquid with a characteristic aroma; during storage, sediment precipitation is permissible (the extract is packed into dropper bottles and dark glass bottles, as well as canisters, in volumes depending on the manufacturer).

Composition for 1 liter of extract:

• active substance: rhizomes and roots of Rhodiola rosea - 1000 g;
• auxiliary component: ethanol 40% - in the amount required to achieve the required volume.

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics

The active ingredient of the extract is the roots and rhizomes of rhodiola, which include organic acids, tannins, b-sitosterol, essential oils, as well as two crystalline substances - rhodiolizide and n-tyrosol, which have stimulating properties.

The drug has a general tonic effectiveness, increases the body's resistance to adverse factors such as environmental pollution, the action of viruses and pathogenic microflora, the effect of low and high temperatures. Rhodiola extract liquid increases physical, mental performance, restores vital functions after illness.

Indications for use

According to the instructions, Rhodiola extract liquid is recommended for use as a stimulating drug for the following diseases / conditions:

• asthenic syndrome;
• neurasthenic conditions;
• increased fatigue;
• neurocirculatory dystonia (NCD) of the hypotonic type;
• convalescence (the process of restoring the normal functioning of the body after infectious, as well as severe somatic diseases);
• mental / physical stress (work in extreme conditions);
• acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) - for the purpose of prevention during epidemics.

Contraindications

Absolute:

• arterial hypertension;
• agitation, insomnia;
• febrile syndrome;
• period of pregnancy and lactation;
• children under 12 years old;
• hypersensitivity to any component of the extract.

Relative: Rhodiola extract liquid is prescribed with caution in liver diseases, alcoholism, traumatic brain injury, brain diseases, in childhood and adolescence from 12 to 18 years.

Instructions for the use of Rhodiola liquid extract: method and dosage

The extract is taken orally 15-30 minutes before meals, in the first half of the day.

Recommended dosage: 5-10 drops 2-3 times a day; the duration of the course of therapy is 10–20 days.

Patients with asthenia, akineto-hypotonic syndrome and other neuropsychiatric diseases should start treatment with 10 drops 2-3 times a day, increasing the dose over time to 30-40 drops per dose; the duration of the course of therapy is 1–2 months.

Side effects

Possible negative side effects due to the use of Rhodiola liquid extract: hypersensitivity reactions, irritability, headache, insomnia.

Overdose

Data on drug overdose were not recorded. It is assumed that taking the extract in doses much higher than the norm may cause increased excitability. In this case, it is recommended to stop taking it.

special instructions

Rhodiola extract liquid is not taken in the afternoon in order to avoid its effect on falling asleep and sleep.

The preparation contains ethanol, its amount in terms of absolute alcohol in the maximum single dose is 0.63 g, and in the maximum daily dose - 1.9 g.

Application during pregnancy and lactation

The use of Rhodiola liquid extract is contraindicated during pregnancy and during breastfeeding.

Pediatric use

In pediatric practice, Rhodiola liquid extract is not prescribed to children under the age of 12 years; in children and adolescents from 12 to 18 years old, the drug must be used with caution.

Drug interactions

• stimulants and analeptics (caffeine, camphor, phenamine, etc.): rhodiola enhances their effect;
• drugs that depress the central nervous system (neuroleptics, barbiturates, tranquilizers, anticonvulsants): rhodiola is their physiological antagonist and weakens the effectiveness.

Analogs

Analogues of Rhodiola liquid extract are: Rhodiola rosea rhizome and roots, raw vegetable, Travohol, Evalar, Limanovit E, Leuzei liquid extract, etc.

Terms and conditions of storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place. Keep out of the reach of children.

The shelf life is 5 years.

Terms of dispensing from pharmacies

Available without a prescription.

Reviews of Rhodiola extract liquid

According to reviews, Rhodiola extract liquid, when taken in recommended doses according to indications, has a good tonic effect, gives strength and vigor, increases energy, improves immunity, and promotes concentration. Patients love the combination of the low cost of the drug with its high efficacy.

As disadvantages, they note the absence of a measuring pipette with bottles without droppers, the presence of ethyl alcohol in the composition, and a possible increase in heartbeat.

Price for Rhodiola extract liquid in pharmacies

The approximate price of Rhodiola extract liquid per bottle of 30 ml is 40 rubles.

Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author

Education: Rostov State Medical University, 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!