Eucalyptus tincture
Eucalyptus tincture: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application 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
- 16. Price rack
Latin name: Eucalypti tinctura
ATX code: J01XX
Active ingredient: eucalyptus rod-shaped leaves (eucalupti viminalis folia)
Producer: Moscow Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), Kirov Pharmaceutical Factory OJSC (Russia), Tver Pharmaceutical Factory OJSC (Russia), Yaroslavl Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), etc.
Description and photo updated: 2018-23-11
Prices in pharmacies: from 8 rubles.
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Eucalyptus tincture is a herbal remedy with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory action.
Release form and composition
The drug is produced in the form of a tincture: a clear greenish-brown liquid, with a peculiar odor (25, 30, 40, 50, 80 or 100 ml each in an orange / colorless glass bottle; 15, 25, 30, 40, 50, 80 each), 90 or 100 ml in a dark glass bottle; 20, 25, 40 or 50 ml in an orange glass dropper bottle; 25 or 100 ml in a dark glass jar; in a cardboard box 1 bottle / can or dropper bottle.: in a cardboard box 154 bottles or 120 cans of 25 ml, or 40 bottles of 40 ml; in shrink film 130, 154 bottles / cans or 108 cans of 25 ml; in a plastic canister or glass bottle of 1, 5, 10 or 20 liters, or 18 kg; in a polyethylene canister - 4; 4.5 or 8 kg).
To prepare 1000 ml of tincture you need:
- active substance: eucalyptus root leaves - 200 g;
- auxiliary substance (extractant): ethanol 70% - a sufficient amount to obtain 1000 ml of tincture.
Pharmacological properties
The phytopreparation has a local anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, Eucalyptus tincture is recommended for use as part of the combined treatment of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity (stomatitis, gingivitis), pharynx and upper respiratory tract (laryngitis, pharyngitis, tracheitis).
Contraindications
- whooping cough, bronchospasm and bronchial asthma - during inhalation of Eucalyptus tincture;
- age up to 3 or 12 years (depending on the manufacturer);
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
Instructions for the use of Eucalyptus tincture: method and dosage
Eucalyptus tincture is intended for topical use and oral administration (depending on the manufacturer).
Means for taking orally 3 times daily for 15-30 drops dissolved in 1 / 4 cups of water.
For rinsing and steam inhalation Eucalyptus tincture is used in 10-15 drops, diluted in 1 glass of water. Rinsing should be carried out 3-4 times a day, inhalations - 1-2 times. The duration of treatment on average can be 10 days. If necessary, after consulting a doctor, it is possible to carry out repeated courses (with or without two-week intervals).
Side effects
During drug therapy, allergic reactions may occur.
Overdose
Cases of overdose of herbal remedies with topical application have not been reported to date.
special instructions
There is no data.
Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms
When used locally, the drug does not adversely affect the ability to drive motor vehicles or other mechanisms.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the drug can be used only after agreement with the attending physician, in the case when the intended benefits of treatment for the mother significantly exceed the possible threat to the health of the fetus / child
Pediatric use
The phytopreparation is contraindicated for children under 3 or 12 years old (depending on the manufacturer).
Drug interactions
There is no data.
Analogs
The analogs of Eucalyptus tincture are Galenophillipt, Chlorophyllipt, Chlorophyllin-Oz, Eucalyptus leaf, Eucalyminum, Eucalyptus leaf, etc.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a dark place out of reach of children at a temperature of 15-25 ° C.
The shelf life is 3 or 5 years (depending on the manufacturer).
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Eucalyptus tincture
According to many reviews, Eucalyptus tincture is an effective antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agent used for gargling with colds - the drug relieves perspiration, relieves pain, and facilitates the swallowing process. Also, rinsing, according to patients, helps to get rid of many inflammatory processes in the oral cavity, is useful in treating stomatitis and strengthens the gums well. In addition, it is noted that the tincture demonstrates a good result when conducting inhalations as part of the complex therapy for rhinitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis. The advantages of a herbal remedy include its natural base, pleasant taste, availability and low cost.
The disadvantages of the drug are considered a significant amount of alcohol in its composition, the presence of contraindications. In some reviews, a very weak effect of the phytopreparation is noted.
Price for Eucalyptus tincture
The price of Eucalyptus tincture is approximately 10–20 rubles per 25 ml bottle.
Eucalyptus tincture: prices in online pharmacies
Drug name Price Pharmacy |
Eucalyptus tincture tincture 25 ml 1 pc. RUB 8 Buy |
Eucalyptus tincture tincture 25 ml 1 pc. RUB 11 Buy |
Eucalyptus tincture tincture 25 ml 1 pc. RUB 16 Buy |
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Eucalyptus tincture tincture 25 ml 1 pc. 22 RUB Buy |
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!