Dr. Theiss plantain syrup
Dr. Theiss plantain syrup: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Instructions for use of Dr. Theiss syrup with plantain: method and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Use in childhood
- 11. Drug interactions
- 12. Analogs
- 13. Terms and conditions of storage
- 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 15. Reviews of Dr. Theiss plantain syrup
- 16. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Dr. Theiss syrup with Plantaginae
ATX code: R05CA10
Active ingredient: plantain extract
Manufacturer: Dr. Theiss Naturvaren GmbH (Germany)
Description and photo update: 2018-21-11
Prices in pharmacies: from 130 rubles.
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Dr. Theiss plantain syrup is an expectorant herbal medicine.
Release form and composition
It is produced in the form of a syrup: a brown viscous opaque solution with a specific odor (50, 100 or 250 ml in a brown glass bottle with a plastic screw cap, 1 bottle in a cardboard box).
Composition of 100 g syrup:
- active substance: liquid extract of plantain lanceolate (1: 1) - 5 g (extractant - ethanol 20%);
- additional components: peppermint oil, honey, sugar beet syrup, water, potassium sorbate, invert sugar syrup (dextrose, sucrose, fructose).
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
The drug has an expectorant, anti-inflammatory and mucolytic effect.
Indications for use
The phytopreparation is recommended for use for the treatment of inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract, accompanied by a cough with difficult sputum (as part of complex therapy).
Contraindications
- age up to 1 year;
- glucose-galactose malabsorption, fructose intolerance, sucrase / isomaltase deficiency;
- hypersensitivity to the constituents of the product (including bee products).
Instructions for use Dr. Theiss syrup with plantain: method and dosage
The drug is taken orally with a small amount of water.
Recommended dosage regimen depending on the patient's age:
- adults: 15 ml (1 tbsp. l.) every 2-3 hours;
- adolescents and children over 6 years old: 5 ml (1 tsp) every 2-3 hours, but not more than 4 times a day;
- children 1–6 years old: 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) every 3-4 hours, but not more than 4 times a day.
The duration of therapy is 2-3 weeks, after consultation with a doctor, it is possible to increase the duration of the course or, if necessary, to repeat it.
Side effects
Allergic reactions may develop during therapy.
Overdose
There is no data.
special instructions
Patients with diabetes mellitus, as well as those following a hypocaloric diet, need to take into account that sucrose is included in the syrup.
5 ml of the drug contains 1.81 g of carbohydrates, for 1 dose the patient can receive from 0.9 to 5.43 g of carbohydrates (from 0.075 to 0.45 XE, respectively).
Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms
The drug does not adversely affect the ability to drive vehicles and other moving and complex mechanisms.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
On the recommendation of the attending physician, the phytopreparation can be used during pregnancy and lactation.
Pediatric use
According to the instructions, Dr. Theiss plantain cough syrup is contraindicated for the treatment of children under 1 year of age.
Drug interactions
The phytopreparation is not recommended to be used simultaneously with antitussives, as well as drugs that reduce sputum production, since this combination can prevent the coughing up of liquefied sputum.
Analogs
The analogues of Doctor Theiss syrup with plantain are Herbion, Gedelix, Bronchipret, Bronchicum, Stopussin-Fito, Althea roots, Breast collection, Doctor Mom, Licorice extract.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store out of reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C, in a bottle with a tightly closed cap.
The shelf life is 3 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews of Dr. Theiss plantain syrup
Reviews about Dr. Theiss syrup with plantain cough are almost all positive. According to reviews, the drug effectively liquefies viscous phlegm and promotes its removal, relieves inflammation of the mucous membranes of the throat and larynx in case of colds. Patients note the pleasant sweet taste of the syrup, and also speak positively about its natural plant base.
The disadvantages of the drug include the risk of developing allergies when using it (mainly due to the honey included in the composition), as well as the presence of ethanol in the syrup.
Price for Dr. Theiss plantain syrup in pharmacies
The price of Dr. Theiss plantain syrup can be:
- a bottle containing 100 ml - 210–270 rubles;
- a bottle containing 250 ml - 200-400 rubles.
Dr. Theiss plantain syrup: prices in online pharmacies
Drug name Price Pharmacy |
Dr. Theiss plantain syrup night syrup 100 ml 1 pc. 130 RUB Buy |
Dr. Theiss plantain syrup sugar free syrup 100 ml 1 pc. 155 RUB Buy |
Dr. Theiss plantain syrup 100 ml 1 pc. 202 RUB Buy |
Dr. Theiss plantain syrup 250 ml syrup 1 pc. 385 r Buy |
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!