Eleutherococcus: medicinal properties and contraindications

Eleutherococcus is a compact shrub that grows up to 4 m. In September, a plant stands out in any forest with its weighty clusters of large black berries. However, in the wild it is usually found in coniferous thickets near firs and cedars. The bush received a lot of nicknames - wild pepper, bloody bush, blackberries.

In folk medicine, eleutherococcus is compared with ginseng. The spectrum of useful and tonic properties is similar. But this plant is universal, it helps both men and women, tones with active sports. Cosmetology and traditional medicine uses the leaf and root of Eleutherococcus.

Chemical composition

Bark, wood and roots are rich in plant glycosides. A stable presence of the eleutheroside groups A, B, C, D, E was noted. These substances tone the nervous system, improve the processes of cellular respiration.

The composition can vary greatly depending on the variety and place of growth. Also, a lot depends on the condition of the base bush, its age and mineral composition in the soil. In eleutherococcus are present:

• essential oils;
• polysaccharides;
• wax;
• gum;
• resins;
• vitamins of various groups (leaves are rich in C and carotene);
• coumarin;
• aramine - a special alkaloid, which is rich in eleutherococcus;
• starch;
• trace elements, especially magnesium and zinc;
• tannins.

How it looks and where it grows

Eleutherococcus grows separately from other species. The bush is solid and strong, often contains 25-30 trunks. You can determine the plant by branched rhizomes that run horizontally on the ground. Typically, a system covers up to 20 m² around a bush.

The leaf is deep green, having a regular oval shape with a sharp point at the end. From above it is easy to confuse it with cherry, but on the reverse side you can find many veins of a slightly brownish hue.

The plant blooms with lush umbrellas by July, while each individual flower is small. Berries ripen in August-September, they also grow in clusters, each individual fruit from 8 to 10 mm in diameter. They can be eaten, however, they are not used in medicine. Inside each berry from 5 to 7 large seeds.

The plant is called Siberian ginseng, since most wild bushes in the world grow in eastern Siberia, Primorye, Amur Region and Sakhalin. In addition to Russia, Eleutherococcus took root well in North Korea, where it is cultivated on special farms, in Hokkaido and in northeast China.

Views

There are two main types - eleutherococcus prickly and sitting-flowered. Outwardly, they are quite different. Bushes of Eleutherococcus sessile flower significantly higher, reach more than 3 m. Fruits are slightly less. There are almost no thorns on the stems of the bush.

Traditional medicine uses prickly Eleutherococcus, but partial substitution by another species is allowed. They are similar in composition of active substances, and when it comes to leaves, they are identical.

Eleutherococcus sedentiflora is widely used in horticulture and landscaping.He grows faster, he can set the desired shape. The branches of the bush are practically not prickly.

Collection and storage

The optimal time for collecting leaves is the period of active flowering of the bush. It is during these weeks that the leaves concentrate the most nutrients and vitamins. They must be torn off under a twig and dried in a well-ventilated area. The dried leaf should be stored in a closed container or ground into powder. Moisture is not allowed in the already dried raw materials, this will lead to quick spoilage and the danger of internal use of Eleutherococcus.

Rhizomes should be harvested in early spring before the leaves bloom. An alternative is late autumn, when the leaf from Eleutherococcus has already fallen. Only healthy bushes tall in human height are suitable. Thorny stems need to be gently chopped off or cut down.

The roots must be dug up and gently twisted. It is better to immediately cut them into small pieces for convenience. Before drying, rinse the material with cold water from earth and dirt. Then put everything in a dryer with a temperature of 80 degrees for one hour. Do the drying in a ventilated, dry room, it will take a few more days. Store dry rhizomes in breathable boxes or tissue bags, preventing moisture from entering.

The healing properties of Eleutherococcus

The active substances of the plant stimulate and tone the body. Prickly Eleutherococcus reduces blood sugar, increases appetite, improves mental performance.

Medications based on rhizome extracts are used to increase red blood cell and hemoglobin levels. Official medicine prescribes funds based on eleutherococcus in asthenia, neurosis, arterial hypotension, and the initial stages of atherosclerosis.

The drug was widely used as part of complex therapy to combat depression, loss of strength. Trainers prescribe tincture of Eleutherococcus to improve sports readings, a comfortable exit to peak form.

For women

Doctors prescribe drugs based on rhizomes of prickly Eleutherococcus in case of menstrual disorders, heavy bleeding or increased soreness. The positive effect of active substances during menopause was noted.

Traditional medicine uses infusions on the roots of plants with hormonal disorders. It is also believed that the systematic use of broths based on Eleutherococcus promotes conception.

For men

Official medicine notes the beneficial effects of the extract on male potency. The tonic effect on the body as a whole is proved, which gives strength. At the same time, Eleutherococcus in moderate dosage does not give pronounced side effects. There will be no headache, loss of strength, and blood pressure rises insignificantly and quickly returns to normal. Doctors prescribe Eleutherococcus with chronic fatigue syndrome, physical or emotional overwork.

Many students use drops the night before an important exam. This allows you to concentrate, learn more material, think and read without being distracted.

Traditional healers prescribe eleutherococcus with low blood pressure, general fatigue. Wounds, including purulent ones, need to be treated with infusion of dried leaves.

During pregnancy

The plant is not recommended for use at any time, as active substances can adversely affect the development of the child. However, sometimes it is prescribed as part of complex therapy for chronic headaches, which are accompanied by low blood pressure. Other drugs with sufficient effectiveness will be even more dangerous for the child.

When breastfeeding

Official medicine does not recommend the use of eleutherococcus during lactation. Active substances get into milk, and the child’s body is not ready to properly absorb them. This leads to fairly serious poisoning in children.

Limited external use is allowed for wound healing or for seborrhea.You can also gargle, use a decoction of Eleutherococcus to relieve inflammation from the gums.

For children

It is allowed to apply drops or decoctions from 12 years old. The child’s body simply can’t absorb essential oils, alkaloids and the active elements of the plant. Only negative manifestations such as symptoms of poisoning will be noted. Moreover, for children under 3 years of age, even a few drops of Eleutherococcus can end in a hospital.

When losing weight

Decoctions and drops alone will not help to lose extra pounds. On the contrary, they stimulate appetite, therefore, with a sedentary lifestyle, weight gain will go.

However, Eleutherococcus is actively used to shape and achieve high athletic performance. Drops tone the body, give strength and reduce the risk of scrapping, that is, skipping a workout. In this status, nutritionists and trainers prescribe Eleutherococcus for weight loss. The main goal of the drug is to stimulate a person, not to let him abandon the process in the second or third training.

The benefits of Eleutherococcus in bodybuilding

Scientific data have confirmed the beneficial effects on the body during active training. European scientists conducted a large statistical study, which assessed the number of workouts per week, omissions, refusals from further studies and overall results. People who took drops of Eleutherococcus missed workouts 65% less. In the group that did not use the drug, over the observed time, 21% of the athletes stopped exercising. Receiving eleutherococcus almost completely passed the observed period, only 8% of participants discontinued classes.

The next proven factor is improving your workout performance. Active substances stimulate the body, facilitate a negative reaction to the load and soften fatigue. There was an increase in lung volume in subjects who took the drug.

Trainers and experts classifies the drug as an effective energotonic, without any special side effects. Special capsules are available with a sports dosage of Eleutherococcus. However, you can drink and medical drops. The initial period is 2 days, 15 drops at bedtime. Further, the dosage is adjusted to 40 drops twice a day. A monthly course is best combined with an active training period, where growth is planned.

Eleutherococcus in folk medicine

Modern traditional medicine actively uses drugs based on prickly eleutherococcus. Often this is tincture on the roots. Leaves are used to make tea, ointments or shampoos.

Elderly people with memory problems are advised to drink a decoction of the roots twice a day.

In case of physical or mental overwork, tea from Eleutherococcus is prescribed. It can also be used for weakness or low blood pressure. However, it is easier to comply with the desired dosage using drops.

Chinese traditional medicine makes extensive use of powdered, dried roots. They are prescribed for the treatment of nephritis, added to complex therapy for heart diseases and as a supportive tool for nervous shocks.

Wounds are sprinkled with crushed leaves in the form of a powder. Good results have been noted in the healing of weeping and festering lesions. Lotions and masks with Eleutherococcus positively affect the condition of the skin, relieve rashes, acne and inflammation.

With diabetes

Official medicine allows drops of Eleutherococcus in the form of maintenance therapy for any type of diabetes. Strengthen the effect will help an old folk recipe, it will require:

• 200 g of milled dry roots;
• 1000 g of vodka.

There will be a slightly higher concentration than pharmacy drops, therefore, better efficiency. Insist on the product for 14 days in a cool, dark place. Shake the bottle every 2-3 days. Enough 3-4 drops per glass of water, half an hour before a meal.

There is also a traditional Chinese diabetic soup recipe. Such products will be required:

• 300 g of mutton;
• 2 carrots;
• 3 onions;
• 10 bay leaves;
• 15 g of prickly Eleutherococcus root;
• 1 celery root;
• 1 liter of water.

Dip vegetables and celery in a pot with boiled water, cook until half cooked. Then add the portioned mutton, salt, bay leaf and cook for another 20 minutes. Rub or grind the eleutherococcus root in a blender and add to the pan, mixing everything. After 10 minutes, the Chinese-made diabetic healing soup will be ready.

With pancreatitis

In a chronic course, tincture of eleutherococcus and echinacea will alleviate seizures and reduce their frequency. It is permissible to use a pharmacy tincture in drops. It is enough to take 3-4 drops twice a day. You can make your own at the rate of 200-250 g of crushed root per 1 liter of vodka.

Traditional medicine considers the best solution for chronic pancreatitis is a decoction of burdock with Eleutherococcus. Required:

• 3 tbsp burdock root;
• 1 tbsp ground prickly eleutherococcus root;
• 1 liter of boiled water.

Initially add burdock roots to almost boiling water, cover everything with a lid and insist for about 2 hours. Then put the Eleutherococcus powder, mix and leave for another hour. Now boil the liquid over low heat for 10 minutes, then strain through cheesecloth and drink chilled. Healers recommend drinking 100 ml before each meal.

With gastritis

Official medicine has proven the harm from consuming eleutherococcus in gastritis associated with high acidity. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct research and establish the nature of the disease before using decoctions or teas from a medicinal plant.

The best recipe for gastritis is honey tea. It envelops the stomach, relieves negative symptoms. To prepare you will need:

• 4 tbsp honey;
• 1 tbsp crushed eleutherococcus root;
• 500 ml of water.

Grated rhizomes must be poured with boiling water and insisted for 15 minutes under the lid. Then dissolve the honey and mix everything thoroughly. After straining, drink 250 ml twice a day before main meals.

For the liver

A beneficial effect on the functions and metabolism in the liver is noted. The activation of regenerative processes in the body is proved against the background of receiving infusions or teas based on Eleutherococcus. However, with an already progressive disease, cirrhosis in the active phase, taking infusions based on this plant is harmful.

Traditional medicine recommends teas in a standard ratio of 1 tsp. shredded roots in a glass of boiling water.

There is also a combined infusion with rose hips. It has a pronounced choleretic effect, therefore it is contraindicated with developed cholelithiasis. To prepare you will need:

• 40 g rose hips;
• 1 tsp crushed roots of eleutherococcus;
• 1 liter of boiling water.

Rosehips are best crushed in a mortar or blender, so they will give away all the nutrients. Mix them with the crushed roots of Eleutherococcus, and then pour boiling water over it. Insist 10-12 hours, avoiding temperature loss. It is best to use a thermos or wrap the container in blankets. Before use, strain, take 100 ml in the morning and evening before meals.

Under pressure

Infusions, decoctions and teas can be used only for hypotension - low blood pressure. This is an effective drug with virtually no side effects. However, it is better to purchase a pharmacy form in drops or tablets. There the dosage is maintained, you can quickly normalize and maintain the necessary pressure, without the risk of overdoing it.

It is the alcohol infusion that is effective, it is made from the following components:

• 500 ml of vodka;
• 25 g of dry crushed eleutherococcus root.

In the vodka place the powdered root of the plant and shake everything thoroughly. Insist capacity in a dark, cool room. Shake the bottle thoroughly daily or every 2 days. The infusion reaches readiness on day 20. Take 1 dessert spoon three times a day.

With a hangover

The tonic effect of eleutherococcus on the central nervous system leads to an overall improvement in a hangover. The main thing is to withstand the dose, so it is better to use pharmacy drugs. It is recommended to take 20-40 drops. The effect will appear after 45–70 minutes.If you sort through the dosage, there will be aches in the body and the general condition as a whole will worsen. Like other tonic drugs, eleutherococcus, in case of excessive dosage, depresses the central nervous system, which is extremely dangerous for a hangover.

Making tincture yourself is unjustified. You can make a mistake with the dosage and make it worse. Decoction or tea will not help, and alcoholic infusion will require at least 20 days to prepare.

In oncology

A significant tonic and condition-improving effect of drugs based on Eleutherococcus was noted. He is not directly involved in the treatment of oncology, but seriously mitigates the side effects of chemo and radiotherapy.

Healers recommend consuming one-time 2 ml of alcohol infusion daily. It is better to cook it yourself, since a slightly less concentrated substance is required than pharmacy drops. You can take as a basis a Chinese recipe that contains:

• 1 tsp a spoonful of honey;
• 20 g of crushed eleutherococcus root;
• 1 tsp shredded plant leaves;
• 500 ml baiju, this is Chinese 50-degree vodka, it can be replaced with domestic counterparts.

Pour dry ingredients into the container for sealing, add honey and alcohol base. Now close tightly and shake well. Keep in a cool place for 25 days, occasionally shaking. Take 1 tsp. 2 times a day.

With a cold

A decoction of the leaves will help to get rid of the disease as soon as possible. They have special substances that stimulate and support the body's immune response. The recipe is quite simple, you will need:

• 6 g of crushed dry leaves of Eleutherococcus;
• 200 ml of water;
• a little sugar.

Pour the chopped leaves into a bowl and pour it with almost boiling water. Next, place the container in a water bath or in a slow cooker with the desired mode for 10 minutes. Before use, add a little sugar and add boiled water to the original 200 ml. After cooling and filtering, drink 1 tbsp. thrice a day. Shelf life in the refrigerator is 2 days.

You can also make healing tea from chopped rhizomes, you will need:

• 1 tsp shredded roots;
• 250 ml of boiling water;
• a little sugar;
• slice of lemon.

Pour crushed rhizomes with boiling water and leave for 15 minutes. Then add sugar and a slice of lemon or squeeze a little juice. Drink a tonic drink on an empty stomach in the morning and before dinner.

With menopause

Taking tincture of Eleutherococcus spiny significantly improves the quality of life with menopause, relieves negative symptoms. Pharmacy tincture should be taken in the amount of 20 drops in the morning before meals. If the manifestations are serious, then the dose can be increased to 40 drops. The course of treatment is 30 days.

For mild manifestations or in the form of additional therapy, special tea can be used. It is brewed based on:

• 25 g of eleutherococcus leaves;
• 20 g of dry grass motherwort;
• 25 g of blackberry leaves;
• honey.

Mix the crushed ingredients until smooth, and then divide into 10 equal parts. Pour 250 ml of boiling water into each part, add 1 tsp. honey and brew 30 minutes. Drink like tea daily.

For headache

Eleutherococcus shows good efficacy in the fight against some types of headaches, especially those associated with hypotension. You can use a pharmacy tincture from 7 to 14 drops 2 times a day.

In folk medicine, there are effective teas that can be quickly prepared, this will require:

• 1 tsp dried or fresh mint;
• 0.5 tsp eleutherococcus leaves;
• honey or sugar syrup.

It is necessary to brew mint leaves and Eleutherococcus with boiling water, leave to infuse for 20 minutes. Then add sugar and drink. The proportions are calculated for 350 ml of boiling water. Headache begins to subside after 10 minutes. Another recipe includes:

• 1 tbsp non-lingual chamomile flowers;
• 0.5 tsp prickly Eleutherococcus root;
• 300 ml of water.

Place the necessary ingredients in a boiling container, pour 300 ml of water and heat under the lid. Keep on the verge of boiling for 5 minutes, then strain. Take 80-100 ml before meals three times a day.This recipe is calculated under the daily norm.

With depression

The active substances of Eleutherococcus not only tone the body, but also improve the mental state, raise the mood. It is recommended to take alcohol tincture in a ratio of 1 to 10. Symptomatically, you can increase the first dose to 30 drops, and then go out to 15 drops 3 times a day.

Severe depression will help overcome herbal decoction, which contains:

• 5 g of dried marigold flowers;
• 5 g of chamomile flowers;
• 10 g of dry rose hips;
• 5 g of eleutherococcus leaves;
• 5 g of dry chokeberry.

The mixture must be filled with 500 ml of boiling water, leave for 15 minutes. Then mix, put on fire and bring to a boil. Cooled broth to use 150-200 ml twice a day, having previously filtered. There is alcohol tincture, it will require:

• 5 g of leaves or shredded roots of Eleutherococcus;
• 10 g of dry lemon balm medicinal;
• zest of half a lemon;
• coriander and nutmeg on the tip of a knife;
• 1 ml angelica;
• good vodka.

All ingredients are thoroughly mixed and added to a container with 1 liter of vodka. Cork and shake bottle tightly. Insist for at least 2 weeks in a dark place, periodically mixing the contents. Consume 1 tsp., Adding to tea or another drink without pronounced properties.

With prostatitis

The tonic properties of the plant have a beneficial effect on the prostate, slow down destructive changes, normalize blood flow in the organ. Eleutherococcus will not replace a full-fledged treatment, but it will seriously alleviate negative symptoms and slow down the deterioration. Traditional medicine offers a comprehensive infusion, which includes:

• pink radiola root;
• crushed dry root eleutherococcus prickly;
• boiling water.

It is necessary to grate the radiola root on a fine grater. Add dry eleutherococcus and mix everything until smooth. Store the resulting composition in a tightly closed container, at a temperature of -10 ° C or more. In the infusion, 1 tablespoon is used. mixture, it is necessary to fill it with a glass of boiling water and place in a water bath. Insist for about an hour, and then strain and drink. With exacerbation, you can increase the dose to 2 procedures per day. A popular and effective recipe will allow you to create a delicious and healing snack, you will need:

• 500 g of raw pumpkin seeds;
• 250 g of honey;
• 20 g of leaves or roots of Eleutherococcus.

Raw seeds must be twisted in a meat grinder, add to the resulting dry composition of Eleutherococcus and knead on honey. Then fashion the balls the size of a hazelnut or just portionwise separate the pieces. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Eat one serving the size of a hazelnut before eating, chewing thoroughly. The course of treatment is 20-30 days. Usually the effect lasts up to six months.

With epilepsy

The disease is included in the list of absolute contraindications for the use of eleutherococcus in any form. Active substances and a tonic effect can provoke severe attacks or increase their frequency.

At a temperature

A temperature of 39 ° C and above requires urgent medical measures. Decoctions and teas based on Eleutherococcus improve the condition, accelerate recovery in various colds. Doctors recommend it at 37–38.6 ° C. You can use pharmacy drugs - 25-30 drops three times a day. A classic easy temperature tea recipe includes:

• 10 g of dried chamomile flowers;
• 10 g of prickly Eleutherococcus root;
• 20 g of dried rose hips;
• 10 g of dried leaves of coltsfoot.

All must be thoroughly mixed and pour 250 ml of boiling water. Insist 15 minutes, and then strain and drink. To achieve a uniform effect, take this tea three times a day.

With psoriasis

The active substances of Eleutherococcus effectively affect the focus of psoriasis. A good cosmetological effect is achieved. However, it is more important to use combination therapy, then the disease recedes not only visually, but also really. The first stage is to create an ointment, this will require:

• 75 g of solidol;
• 5 g of honey;
• 5 g of baby cream;
• 5 g of egg white;
• 5 g of crushed leaf Eleutherococcus (it is better to use fresh);
• 5 g of ground root eleutherococcus prickly.

Mix all ingredients until smooth and grease psoriatic plaques. At the same time take infusions of Aralia Manchurian and Eleutherococcus 0.5 tsp.

For immunity

Eleutherococcus activates and stimulates the immune system. This contributes to the accelerated healing of wounds, recovery after surgery, recovery from various diseases. The optimal dosage is 20-25 drops three times a day before meals. The course lasts 28-30 days, supportive therapy of 12-15 drops daily is possible unlimited in time. This can significantly reduce the risks of respiratory and other transmitted diseases.

Dry leaves or crushed eleutherococcus roots can be added to teas. It is especially effective to combine them with an infusion of rose hips, it is very useful and quite tasty. Among the infusions should be highlighted mountain ash:

• 2 tbsp dried rowan berries;
• 1 tsp crushed roots of prickly Eleutherococcus;
• 3 tbsp honey;
• 500 ml of boiling water.

Pour boiling water into the mountain ash and Eleutherococcus, cover and leave to infuse for 20 minutes. Add honey, stir everything thoroughly, you can strain it as desired. Drink 100-150 ml before meals three times a day. You can also cook an extremely healthy treat, this will require:

• 100 g of pulp of sweet apples;
• 100 g peeled walnuts;
• 1 tbsp honey;
• 1 dess. prickly roots of Eleutherococcus;
• juice of one lemon.

Grind apples or nuts in a blender, add eleutherococcus, honey and squeeze lemon juice. Knead the resulting composition thoroughly and keep in the refrigerator, in a closed container. Consume 1 tbsp. before meals three times a day.

Types of healing compounds

In folk medicine, Eleutherococcus is widely used. It is well combined with water, fat and alcohol base, stored in dried form for more than a year. It combines well with other medicinal herbs, supplementing them with its tonic and firming properties.

Infusion

The product is prepared on a water basis. Significantly vary in concentration based on the application - external or internal. Cooking does not require prolonged boiling or evaporation. It is enough to pour boiling water with boiling water and leave to infuse in a closed container. Classic universal infusion contains:

• 15 g of crushed or ground eleutherococcus root;
• 300 ml of boiling water.

It is necessary to grind the raw materials, the smaller the fractions, the more active substances will pass into the water. Then pour the root of Eleutherococcus with boiling water, close the container. Infusion usually lasts from 30 minutes to an hour and a half. After it is enough to filter through cheesecloth and consume according to indications.

Infusion for external use is made slightly different, you will need:

• 20 g of crushed or ground eleutherococcus root;
• 250 ml of boiling water.

Similarly, grinding and brewing occurs. However, the remedy should be insisted 3-5 hours. Due to the greater base concentration, such a solution is really effective for external use, however, ingestion is not allowed.

Tincture

The drug is prepared on an alcohol basis. Vodka or other alcohol that does not have a special taste and smell is used. The tincture can be monocomponent, that is, consist only of eleutherococcus, or contain several medicinal ingredients. The traditional tincture is close to the pharmacy, it contains:

• 150 g of crushed dry prickly eleutherococcus root;
• 1000 ml of vodka.

Grind the medicinal component in a coffee grinder or blender and add to the vodka container. Shake the mixture regularly. Tincture takes 20-25 days. Then it can be filtered and drunk according to indications. The undoubted advantage of this form of a medicinal plant is its long shelf life. One bottle, even periodically opened, can easily stand a year.

Decoction

Digestion helps to release more beneficial and active substances from the plant. The basis is water. At the same time, decoctions for external and internal use are distinguished.It is also possible to add other medicinal herbs and plants that will form additional beneficial qualities. Decoction for internal use contains:

• 40 g of crushed roots;
• 1000 ml of water.

Ground or crushed roots put in boiling water, mix thoroughly. Cook under a closed lid in a state close to boiling for 15 minutes. Then strain and drink in a cooled form no more than 3 glasses per day. For external use are used:

• 30 g of crushed roots or leaves of Eleutherococcus;
• 500 ml of water.

Similarly, it is necessary to put the product in boiling water and leave to boil for 10 minutes. If hair water is needed, the boiling time can be doubled.

Tea

This is the easiest and most affordable way to use Eleutherococcus for prevention or for colds. It is recommended to add other medicinal herbs, rosehip, honey. So the tea will come out delicious and will have a beneficial effect on the body. Basic Recommended Recipe:

• 1 tsp crushed roots of eleutherococcus;
• 1 tsp honey or sugar;
• boiling water.

You need to brew the product like tea, and then just add honey or sugar. Drink about a glass in the morning and evening. This will strengthen the immune system, add strength and vitality. With a cold, heart disease, it is best to make such tea:

• 1 tbsp rose hips;
• 2 slices of lemon;
• 1 tsp prickly roots of Eleutherococcus;
• 2 tsp honey.

First, put the rose hips in the teapot, after 5 minutes the roots of Eleutherococcus. Just brew 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Already in a cup before drinking add honey, lemon and stir.

Ointment

Active substances have a beneficial effect on the skin. Wounds, various lesions, abscesses heal faster. Skin diseases, even the most serious ones, are on the decline. There are various forms of external use of eleutherococcus. A wound or a festering area can be removed with compresses with a decoction or infusion. A fat-based ointment is necessary to combat various diseases and manifestations on the skin. For example, from warts you can prepare such a composition:

• 50 g of roots of prickly Eleutherococcus;
• 50 g garlic cloves;
• 90 g of lard.

All ingredients must be crushed and mixed until smooth. Previously used meat grinders, now this work is excellently performed by a blender. Leave the resulting composition for 20-30 minutes at room temperature, and then you can smear the areas affected by warts. From psoriasis, an ointment with a different composition is used:

• 10 g of prickly Eleutherococcus root;
• 10 g of eleutherococcus leaves, possibly fresh;
• 10 g of baby cream;
• 10 g of protein;
• 10 g of natural honey;
• 150 g of solidol.

The root and leaf of Eleutherococcus must be crushed into dust. First, knead everything on a baby cream, and then add protein, honey and solid oil. The composition is brought to complete homogeneity, and then applied to the skin areas affected by psoriasis.

Butter

No oil is extracted from eleutherococcus. Fruits do not have a special healing function, they are edible, but have a small amount of active substances. Therefore, in medicine, mainly roots and leaves are used, where the concentration of vitamins, glycosides and beneficial elements is maximum.

How to take Eleutherococcus in tablets

Inside the tablet is a dry extract of Eleutherococcus root. It is important to look at the dosage. Standard is considered 100 mg per 1 tablet. However, there is a release form of 50 mg, it is suitable for children from 12 to 16 years. The maximum non-toxic daily dose is 800 mg.

Pills should be taken half an hour before meals based on indications and a specific disease. Preventive course - 100 mg per day, in one dose. Duration - up to 28 days, and then you need to take a break a week. For treatment, you should drink tablets 2 or 3 times a day, 100 mg each, and for children from 12 to 16 years, the dose is halved to 50 mg.

You should also consider the total amount of Eleutherococcus taken per day. If, in addition to tablets, decoctions or teas are used, then you can significantly exceed the therapeutic dose and get unpleasant side effects.

Is it possible to drink eleutherococcus while driving

The drug itself in a reasonable dosage only improves the quality of driving. Focused attention, the general increased tone of the body will allow you to get away from an emergency, it is wise to behave on the road, especially in conditions of fatigue. Sometimes you need to go, but you want to sleep or it is impossible to focus on the monotonous road. Reception of Eleutherococcus will boost the body, will allow you to complete the path safely for yourself and other participants in the movement.

However, you must be extremely careful with alcohol tinctures. This includes both homemade vodka infusions and pharmacy drops. For an adult, alcohol will not be enough to change the behavior or nature of driving. However, a breathalyzer, in case of verification, will show a small presence of alcohol. If you use 15-20 pharmacy drops, then the increase will be barely noticeable. This goes to the allowed rate. But with homemade tinctures, you must be extremely careful - 2 tbsp. and a can of non-alcoholic beer or another drink having a very low alcohol content, and the police will report the violation.

What happens if you drink a lot of Eleutherococcus

Any drug with an overdose becomes harmful and even dangerous. This is a consequence of beneficial effects on the body, active substances are taken only to a certain limit. Then they carry a destructive or poisonous effect.

Fortunately, Eleutherococcus has a rather large therapeutic window. Obvious symptoms of poisoning can only be obtained with a special dose of an excessively large dose.

There are two stages of drug overdose. The first is characterized by a significant increase in blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, which is clearly audible, irritability and increased excitability.

The second stage is the most dangerous, but this is observed with an extremely serious excess of the daily maximum. The reverse process takes place - the central nervous system is inhibited, sharp weakness and drowsiness appear. Against this background, the body’s attempts to get rid of an excess of eleutherococcus, namely vomiting and diarrhea, are especially dangerous. Asleep in the wrong position, you can die, choking on the vomit. Therefore, with symptoms of depression of the central nervous system, constant supervision of a person is extremely necessary.

Application in cosmetology

Eleutherococcus is widely used in cosmetology. It is used as a component in face and hair masks, in the form of decoctions and lotions for the skin. The beneficial effect of active substances on damaged curls is proved. The course of lotions or masks with Eleutherococcus will help get rid of acne, various other negative cosmetic manifestations. The tool strengthens the dermis, increases its elasticity, significantly accelerates the healing of any wounds and injuries.

For hair

Regular use of Eleutherococcus as a hair product helps get rid of dandruff, strengthen curls, give them volume. Oily hair shows especially good results - already in 2 weeks they become shiny, voluminous, fat content normalizes. When after combing you can collect a whole tuft of hair, you need to act. A simple but extremely effective mask will perfectly help, it contains:

• 1 tbsp pharmacy tincture of Eleutherococcus;
• 1 tbsp burdock oil;
• 1 tbsp hot pepper extract;
• 1 dess. natural honey.

It is necessary to mix all the ingredients until smooth and gently apply to the hair. A viscous concentration of honey will keep medicines on curls. It is necessary to slowly and thoroughly apply the mixture to each hair bundle, from roots to ends. Keep the mask for 20 minutes, and then rinse with cool water.

For people suffering from excessively oily hair, this mask is suitable:

• 1 tbsp peach oil;
• 1 tbsp. linseed oil;
• 1 dess.tinctures of eleutherococcus;
• 1 dess. lemon juice;
• 1.5 tbsp honey.

The ingredients must be mixed in a small bowl until smooth. The consistency will be such that it will be convenient to apply the mixture to the hair evenly and along the entire length. Hold the mask for 40 minutes, and then wash your hair with ordinary shampoo.

A mask will help get rid of dandruff or prevent its occurrence:

• 1 tbsp pharmacy tincture of Eleutherococcus;
• 1 tbsp tinctures of calendula;
• 1 tbsp. hop extract;
• 2 egg yolks in the form of a base.

It is necessary to mix everything thoroughly, breaking the yolks and turning the solution into a homogeneous mass. She will be quite viscous and hold on to the roots of her hair. The mask should be applied precisely to the roots and skin, rubbing a little. It is best to wash your hair first by eliminating a ball of dandruff and other contaminants. Then rub this mask over the entire surface of the hairy part of the head. After 40-50 minutes, you can rinse without using shampoos.

For skin

Many face wounds that heal poorly and for a long time. This can be a banal cut from a knife that happened in a moving place or in a bend. Problems for a few weeks are guaranteed. Accelerate healing even in the most inconvenient places will help tincture of Eleutherococcus. It can be drunk in a preventive dosage, and also applied to the wound as a lotion. The cooking process is quite simple, you will need:

• 1 tsp pharmacy tincture of Eleutherococcus;
• half a glass of warm water.

It is necessary to stir, and then dip a cotton swab and keep at the wound for at least 30 minutes. Such lotions can be done up to 4 pieces per day on one affected area.

People with oily skin who suffer from frequent rashes can use this composition:

• 5 drops of prickly Eleutherococcus extract;
• 1 tbsp strong, freshly brewed green tea.

Mix the composition and apply with a swab on the face instead of tonic. This will reduce skin irritability, reduce the number of rashes, and relieve local irritations.

Eleutherococcus also helps with wrinkles. A mask based on:

• 2 drops of prickly Eleutherococcus extract;
• 2 grapes;
• regular night or baby cream.

Squeeze enough cream, add squeezed juice and a little pulp from the grapes there. Then pour 2 drops of the extract. Mix everything and apply evenly on the face. Hold the mask for 30 minutes and then rinse off. The recommended frequency for the prevention of wrinkles is 2 times a week. The skin will be nourished with beneficial substances, will become more silky and elastic. The effect is already noticeable in 3-4 procedures.

A more effective composition is recommended to be used when visible changes have already appeared on the face. To prepare you will need:

• 2 dess. water extract of Eleutherococcus;
• 2 tbsp wheat germ oil.
• 2 tbsp carrot juice.

It is necessary to warm the wheat germ oil to a body temperature of 36–37 ° C. Better to use a water bath. Pour in the tincture of Eleutherococcus and carrot juice, mix until a homogeneous consistency is obtained. Then cool to room temperature and apply to clean, dry skin. It is better to use massage movements, as if rubbing the product into the skin. Particular attention should be paid to the area around the eyes, near the forehead and in places where wrinkles have already begun to appear. Hold the mask for 20 minutes, and then rinse with water. The procedure is carried out twice a week.

Contraindications

1. It is forbidden to take any drugs with Eleutherococcus with hypertension and high blood pressure. Serious complications or a local crisis are possible, since the drug steadily increases blood pressure.
2. You should refuse to take with a diagnosed violation of cardiac activity, developed atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease. A tonic effect can play poor service and worsen the general condition.
3. It is necessary to limit the intake of the drug in the afternoon if there is insomnia or other sleep disorders.Use with caution with increased nervous excitability.
4. Contraindication is cirrhosis and other serious liver damage. Eleutherococcus activates those mechanisms that, with such a clinical picture, will further reduce the effectiveness of the organ. You can not take the drug with the formed stones in the gall, as marked choleretic effect.
5. The entire period of pregnancy and lactation should refuse drugs based on Eleutherococcus. Active substances pass into the developing fetus or breast milk. The child is not able to absorb them, which causes poisoning, and sometimes severe.
6. Eleutherococcus should not be given to children under 12 years of age. The reason is similar, active substances and essential oils cannot be absorbed by the child's body. General poisoning of the body develops.

Can Eleutherococcus be given to animals?

Almost all animals tolerate the drug perfectly. Its effect is generally similar to that observed in humans. Differences only in dosages and duration of the treatment course.

Popular cat food brands produce a special food - with Eleutherococcus and other healthy herbs. He is good, but quite expensive. It will be cheaper to use regular pharmacy drops, which must be added to traditional food. For prevention, 2-3 drops once a day are enough. There is an improvement in appetite, increased activity and normalization of metabolic processes.

It is also good for dogs to add eleutherococcus to their food. In case of illness or low activity, the dose can be brought up to 6 drops twice a day. Ointments or lotions should be used, applying them to wounds. Even serious injuries will heal quickly, the pet will recover in a few days.

The bird perceives Eleutherococcus well. It is recommended to give parrots 2-3 drops in stressful situations, such as during transportation. The general strengthening effect, stimulation of the bird's body is achieved with a course of 1-2 drops twice a day, for 2-3 weeks.

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