Alcohol Tincture Of Wormwood - Instructions For Use, Indications, Reviews

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Wormwood tincture

Latin name: Absinthii tinctura

ATX code: A15

Active ingredient: wormwood herb (artemisiae absinthii herba)

Producer: Yaroslavl Pharmaceutical Factory, CJSC (Russia), Tver Pharmaceutical Factory, JSC (Russia), Tula Pharmaceutical Factory, LLC (Russia)

Description and photo updated: 2018-23-02

Wormwood tincture is a herbal preparation that stimulates the motor and secretory functions of the gastrointestinal tract.

Release form and composition

The dosage form is a transparent brownish-green liquid with a characteristic odor (25, 40 or 50 ml each in dark glass bottles or orange glass dropper bottles, 1 bottle or dropper bottle in a cardboard box).

The composition of 1 ml of tincture includes:

• active substance: bitter wormwood (herb) - 200 mg;
• auxiliary component: 70% ethanol - in an amount sufficient to obtain 1 ml of tincture.

Pharmacological properties

According to the instructions, wormwood tincture has a choleretic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effect.

The main biologically active substances are absintin and arsumin (individual lactone and the sum of lactones). The mechanism of action is based on irritation of the taste buds of the mucous membranes of the mouth and tongue, resulting in increased secretion of gastric juice, increased appetite and improved digestion.

Indications for use

The indications for Wormwood Tincture are the following diseases / conditions:

• Biliary dyskinesia;
• Hypo- and anacid gastritis;
• Poor appetite;
• Chronic cholecystitis.

Contraindications

Absolute:

• increased gastric secretion;
• peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum;
• hyperacid gastritis;
• acute cholecystitis;
• reflux esophagitis;
• pregnancy and lactation;
• age up to 12 years;
• individual intolerance to the components of the drug.

Relative (the remedy is prescribed under medical supervision):

• diseases of the brain;
• alcoholism;
• liver disease;
• traumatic brain injury;
• age from 12 years.

Instructions for use of Wormwood tincture: method and dosage

Wormwood tincture is taken orally, preferably 15-30 minutes before meals.

Single dose - 15-20 drops, frequency rate - 3 times a day.

The course of treatment is 20-25 days.

Side effects

During therapy, the development of such side effects as: nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, gastralgia, allergic reactions; with prolonged use - vomiting.

Overdose

The main symptoms (with a long course in doses exceeding the recommended ones): dizziness, headache, tremors, convulsions.

Therapy: symptomatic.

special instructions

Before using the drug, as well as in cases of the development of atypical symptoms, you should consult a doctor.

Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms

During the period of therapy, care must be taken when driving.

Application during pregnancy and lactation

Alcohol tincture of wormwood during pregnancy / lactation is not prescribed.

Pediatric use

• up to 12 years: therapy is contraindicated;
• over 12 years of age: the product must be used under medical supervision.

For violations of liver function

The drug should be used with caution in patients with liver disease.

Drug interactions

There are no data on the interaction of wormwood tincture with other drugs.

Analogs

An analogue of Wormwood tincture is Wormwood bitter herb.

Terms and conditions of storage

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

The shelf life is 10 years.

Terms of dispensing from pharmacies

Available without a prescription.

Reviews of Wormwood tincture

According to reviews, Wormwood Tincture is an inexpensive, natural and safe appetite-enhancing drug. Also note the effectiveness of the drug in the treatment of other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and gallbladder. Disadvantages indicate a bitter taste.

Price for Tincture of wormwood in pharmacies

The approximate price for Wormwood Tincture (1 bottle of 25 ml) is 12–25 rubles.

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!