Senna leaves (Sennae folia)

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Dosage form: & nbspleaves crushed
Composition:
Senna leaves.
Characteristic
Senna leaves contain anthraglikozidy (sennidin A and B, rhein, aloe-emodin),organic acids (palmitic, linoleic, stearic, etc.), glycosides - kempferol and kempferin, alkaloids, sterols and other biologically active substances.
Description:

Pieces of leaves of various shapes, as well as stems and fruits, passing through a sieve with holes of 7 mm. Color grayish green. The taste of the water extract is slightly bitter, with a sensation of mucus.

Pharmacotherapeutic group:laxative herbal remedy
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    • Pharmacodynamics:

    Decoction of senna leaves has a laxative effect. The drug causes chemical irritation of the receptors of the intestinal mucosa, reflexively enhances its peristalsis. The therapeutic effect develops through 8-12 hours after taking the drug.

    Indications:

    Chronic constipation (hypo-, atony of the large intestine), regulation of stool with hemorrhoids, proctitis (outside exacerbation), anal fissures.

    Contraindications:

    Hypersensitivity to the drug, perforated ulcer, intestinal obstruction, abdominal pain of unknown origin, disturbed water-electrolyte metabolism, acute inflammatory diseases of the abdominal cavity organs, proctitis and hemorrhoids in the acute stage,strangulated hernia, bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, uterine bleeding, cystitis, spastic colitis, spastic constipation, pregnancy, the period of breastfeeding, children under 12 years.

    Dosing and Administration:

    About 10 g (2 tablespoons) of crushed leaves are placed in enameled pots, pour 200 ml (1 glass) of hot boiled water, cover with a lid and heat in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes, then continue to infuse at room temperature until completely cooled, filter through a double layer of gauze, the remaining raw material is squeezed. The volume of the resulting broth is brought to 200 ml with boiled water.

    Take inside 1/2 glass in the evening after eating. The course of treatment is 2-3 weeks.

    It is recommended to stir the broth before use.

    Side effects:

    Allergic reactions are possible; abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence.

    With prolonged use - colitis.

    Overdose:

    Symptoms: diarrhea, disturbance of water-electrolyte metabolism.

    Treatment: symptomatic.

    Interaction:

    Senna preparations reduce the absorption of tetracycline.

    Special instructions:

    With long-term use of senna drugs, habituation can develop,so their use is advisable to alternate with other laxatives.

    Effect on the ability to drive transp. cf. and fur:

    The drug does not affect the ability to perform potentially dangerous activities requiring increased concentration of attention and speed of psychomotor reactions (including driving, working with moving mechanisms).

    Form release / dosage:The leaves are crushed.
    Packaging:

    For 50 g (at a humidity of 12%) in a pack of cardboard with an internal paper bag and instructions for use.

    Storage conditions:

    In a dry place protected from light.

    Ready to boil stored in a cool place for no more than 2 days.

    Keep out of the reach of children.

    Shelf life:

    3 years.

    Do not use after the expiration date.

    Terms of leave from pharmacies:Without recipe
    Registration number:LP-001053
    Date of registration:24.10.2011 / 08.05.2013
    The owner of the registration certificate:MICROGEN FGUP Scientific and Production Association MICROGEN FGUP Scientific and Production Association Russia
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    Representation: & nbspMICROGEN FGUP Scientific and Production Association MICROGEN FGUP Scientific and Production Association Russia
    Information update date: & nbsp15.03.2016
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