Eucalyptus leaf extract - instructions for use, dose, side effects, contraindications

Means of plant origin. Water and alcohol extracts from eucalyptus leaves show bactericidal, antiviral, fungicidal, antiprotozoal and anti-inflammatory effects. The degree of their expression depends on the content of essential oil (0.3-4.5%).

The activity of the main component of the essential oil of cineol (65-85%) potentiates pinenes, myrtenol, tannins (up to 6%). When ingested and inhaled eucalyptus preparations cause expectorant, mucolytic and bronchodilator effects, and when applied to the skin - astringent, antiexudative, antipruritic, anesthetic, and in higher concentrations - local irritating effect. Infusion of eucalyptus leaves, due to essential oil and a small amount of bitterness, increases the secretion of digestive glands, improves digestion.When used in the form of a tincture, a sedative effect due to the aldehyde of isovaleric acid is manifested.

The drug, containing a mixture of chlorophylls from eucalyptus leaves, has antimicrobial, especially antistaphylococcal activity, stimulates regeneration processes. Components of essential oil, together with organic acids, tannins and trace elements, manganese, zinc, selenium increase the resistance of tissues to hypoxia of various genesis.

Pharmacokinetics:

Not described.

Indications:

It is recommended mainly in the combination therapy for acute and chronic infectious and inflammatory diseases of various locations: rhinitis, stomatitis, gingivitis, laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, hypoxecretory gastritis, enterocolitis, dysbacteriosis, cholecystitis, pyelonephritis, vaginitis, colpitis, cervical erosion, burns, dermatitis, sciatica, neuritis, myositis, trophic ulcers, neurosis, mild insomnia, osteochondrosis.

ICD-10

XIV.N10-N16.N11 Chronic tubulointerstitial nephritis

XIV.N10-N16.N10 Acute tubulointerstitial nephritis

XI.K80-K87.K81.1 Chronic cholecystitis

XI.K80-K87.K81.0 Acute cholecystitis

X.J20-J22.J20 Acute bronchitis

X.J00-J06.J04 Acute laryngitis and tracheitis

X.J00-J06.J03 Acute tonsillitis

X.J00-J06.J02 Acute pharyngitis

X.J00-J06.J00 Acute nasopharyngitis (runny nose)

V.F40-F48.F48.0 Neurasthenia

V.F50-F59.F51.2 Sleep and wakefulness disorder inorganic etiology

X.J40-J47.J42 Chronic bronchitis, unspecified

X.J30-J39.J37 Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

X.J30-J39.J35.0 Chronic tonsillitis

X.J30-J39.J31 Chronic rhinitis, nasopharyngitis and pharyngitis

X.J10-J18.J15 Bacterial pneumonia, not elsewhere classified

IX.I80-I89.I83.0 Varicose veins of the lower extremities with ulcer

XI.K00-K14.K05 Gingivitis and periodontal disease

XI.K00-K14.K12 Stomatitis and related lesions

XI.K20-K31.K29 Gastritis and duodenitis

XIII.M40-M43.M42 Osteocondritis of the spine

XIII.M60-M63.M60 Myositis

XIII.M70-M79.M79.2 Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to components. Atrophy of the mucous membranes of the upper respiratory tract. Pregnancy, lactation (ingestion).

Carefully:

Inside with caution apply with increased secretion of digestive glands and during lactation.

Pregnancy and lactation:

Category by FDA not determined. The use of the inside during pregnancy is contraindicated. Pregnancy is not a contraindication for topical application.

Application of the drug during breastfeeding as agreed with the doctor.

Dosing and Administration:

Adults and children over 12 years of age, the drug is administered orally, topically, inhalation, in enemas.

Inside apply for the carriage of staphylococci in the intestine and for the prevention of postoperative complications. Adults and children over 12 years old take 5 ml of 1% alcohol solution diluted with 30 ml of water 3 times a day for 40 minutes before meals every day. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor depending on the effectiveness of therapy and the severity of the disease.

In the treatment of carriage of staphylococci in the intestine is also prescribed in enema (20 ml of 1% alcohol solution is diluted in 1 liter of water - this is the dose for a single enema). The procedure is carried out once a day. The enema with the drug is put every two days. The course of treatment consists of 10 procedures.

For topical application (treatment of burns and trophic ulcers) 1% alcohol solution is diluted with 0.25% solution of novocaine in a ratio of 1: 5. The procedure can be alternated with applying to the wounds impregnated with oil solution of gauze wipes.

In the treatment of cervical erosion, all the folds of the vaginal mucosa and the vaginal part of the cervix are previously drained and lubricated with a 1% alcohol solution of the cervical canal.For syringing the vagina, 15 ml of 1% alcohol solution is diluted in 1 liter of water. The length of the course of treatment depends on the course of the disease and is determined by the doctor.

To prevent cracks in the nipples, nursing mothers lubricate the nipples after each feeding of the baby. Before the beginning of the next feeding, rinse thoroughly the remnants of the drug from the nipples with boiled water.

Side effects:

Possible: allergic reactions to essential oil components and chlorophyllipt; when ingested in high doses - nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle spasms; with frequent and / or prolonged inhalation use - dryness of the mucous membranes of the respiratory system.

Overdose:

If the recommended dosages are exceeded, the side effects may increase. There have been no cases of overdose.

Interaction:

If there are residues of hydrogen peroxide in the wound, precipitation of chlorophyllins may occur. After washing the wound with hydrogen peroxide, it is necessary to remove its residues with a sterile isotonic sodium chloride solution.

Special instructions:

Do not let eucalyptus (especially tincture, eucalyptus oil, chlorophyllipt) enter the eyes.

Before the start of treatment, it is necessary to check the sensitivity of the patient to the plant. To do this, give the patient to drink a tablespoon of infusion, 10 drops of tincture or 25 drops of 1% alcohol solution of chlorophyllipt in 1 tablespoon of water. If there are no allergic reactions in 6-8 hours, you can prescribe course treatment. Intolerance can indicate a negative attitude of the patient to the smell of eucalyptus.

When applied in the form of alcohol solutions, it is recommended to refrain from driving vehicles and practicing potentially dangerous activities that require an increased concentration of attention and speed of psychomotor reactions.

Instructions

Eucalyptus leaf extract (Extractum foliorum Eucalypti)