Birch buds, 50g

BIRCH KIDNEY (Betulae gemmae)

Dosage form: Whole buds

Characteristics:

Birch buds contain essential oil, the main components of which are sesquiterpene compounds (betulin, betulenol, betulenic acid, caryophyllene); resins, tannins , flavonoids, saponins, macro- and microelements and other biologically active substances.

Description:

The kidneys are elongated-conical, pointed or blunt, often sticky. The scales are arranged in a tiled manner, tightly pressed along the edges, slightly ciliate (the lower ones are shorter than the upper ones and sometimes with slightly lagging tips); kidney length 3-7 mm, in diameter - 1.5-3 mm. The color of the buds is brown, sometimes greenish at the base. The smell is balsamic, pleasant. The taste of aqueous extract is slightly astringent, resinous.

Pharmacotherapeutic group:

Herbal diuretic.

Pharmacological action:

Infusion of birch buds has a diuretic and anti-inflammatory effect.

Indications for use:

Edema of cardiac or renal origin of mild to moderate severity.

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to the drug, chronic renal failure, acute glomerulonephritis, pregnancy, lactation, childhood (up to 12 years).

Method of administration and dosage:

About 10 g (1 tablespoon) of birch buds are placed in an enamel bowl, pour 200 ml (1 glass) of hot boiled water, cover with a lid and insist on a boiling water bath for 15 minutes, cool at room temperature for 45 minutes, filter , the remaining raw materials are squeezed out. The volume of the resulting infusion is brought to 200 ml with boiled water.

Is taken orally 1-2 tablespoons 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals.

It is recommended to shake the infusion before use.

Side effect:

Allergic reactions are possible.

Release form

50 g of whole buds in cardboard boxes with an inner bag.