The “Plantaglucid” remedy describes the instructions for use as a herbal preparation based on an extract obtained from plantain leaves. In addition, this medicine contains a mixture of polysaccharides. The use of the Plantaglucid preparation (the instructions for use confirms this) has a pronounced anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and astringent effect on the human body. As a result of using this medicine, the swelling of the folds of the gastric mucosa is significantly reduced, and the tone of the intestinal muscles is also reduced. In general, this herbal remedy belongs to the pharmacological group of medicines, the main action of which is aimed at normalizing the metabolism and digestive system.
The drug Plantaglucid is produced, the price of which is (on average) two hundred and fifty - three hundred rubles, in the form of granules of dark brown, light brown or dark gray, with a sweet taste and a specific smell.
The composition of the drug as a main active element includes such a substance as plantaglucid. Refined sugar acts as an additional component.
Take Plantaglucid granules; the instructions for use recommend that people who suffer from various diseases of the intestines and stomach, accompanied by a low acidity of gastric juice. In addition, this herbal remedy should be used as part of the treatment and prevention of the development of hypoacid gastritis.
As for the regimen for taking the drug in question, as a rule, doctors advise taking it twenty to thirty minutes before a meal, after diluting it in a small amount of warm water. At the same time, adults and children over the age of twelve are recommended to use one whole package of Plantaglucid several times a day.
Younger patients should take ½ - ¼ of the medicine also two to three times a day. To use the herbal preparation Plantaglucid, the instructions for use advise for three to four weeks (during an exacerbation of the disease). To prevent relapse, this medicine is recommended to be taken in the same doses for one to two months.
This herbal remedy is usually transferred by well different groups of patients, and only in exceptional cases may heartburn occur, as well as various allergic reactions. For example, skin rashes and hives may occur as a result of taking Plantaglucid granules. Doctors' reviews also indicate a slight risk of angioedema or hyperemia.
The manufacturer categorically prohibits prescribing the Plantaglucid preparation if the patient has an individual sensitivity to the main active substance, a stomach ulcer or duodenal ulcer. In addition, the list of direct contraindications includes hyperacid gastritis and age up to six years.