Means “Umkalor” is a natural-based medicinal cold medicine manufactured by a well-known German company. It is effective and safe to eliminate the symptoms of various colds and support the body in case of any ailments of this type.
General information about the drug
The action of the drug “Umkalor” is based on the medicinal property of a plant called Pelargonium sidiform, which grows only in the east of South Africa, which determines the special value of this drug. The healing qualities of pelargonium are simply unique. According to the results of studies by scientists from the Munich Center, the extract from this medicinal plant is even able to inactivate HIV-1.
Medicinal properties of Pelargonium sidiform
What are the properties of this drug based on, because most people who use this drug leave only positive reviews? "Umkalor" is a preparation that contains in liquid form an extract from the roots of pelargonium sidiform. Its valuable property consists, first of all, in the presence of a high concentration of active active ingredients - phenolic compounds, which include coumarins, flavonoids, phenolic acids and tannins.
- Coumarins are biologically active compounds that have good antibacterial properties that affect both gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms. Coumarins have also been shown to have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. It is in the pelargonium sidoid contains a very large number of coumarins. Their high activity can be explained by climatic conditions in which pelargonium grows. At high temperatures, enzymes are most fully activated, which enhance the synthesis of coumarin in the plant. As a result, polyhydroxylated coumarins and their derivatives (sulfates, C-glycosides, etc.) with unique properties are formed in pelargonium.
- Flavonoids are biologically active substances with antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and antioxidant effects. Of particular value is the bacteriostatic activity of flavonoids in relation to antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
- Phenolic acids have the ability to destroy numerous pathogenic microorganisms, and by immunomodulating properties they are able to surpass all other components. Phenolic acids help to produce interferon in the body, and as a result, uninfected cells will be protected from the virus.
- Tannins, like coumarins, have an antibacterial focus and can bind bacterial toxins in the body.
The harmonious combination of all these substances in the extract from the roots of pelargonium helps to mutually enhance their pharmacological properties. In combination, they are able to effectively affect virtually any viral respiratory infection.
Indications for use of the drug
The effectiveness of this drug is confirmed by positive reviews. Umkalor is a medicine that can help with various health problems. He is able to help in cases:
- Infectious and inflammatory acute and chronic diseases of the upper respiratory tract (acute, recurrent and chronic bronchitis in the acute stage).
- Diseases of the ENT organs (sinusitis - frontal sinusitis, sinusitis, sphenoiditis, ethmoiditis; catarrhal angina ; otitis media; tonsillitis; rhinopharyngitis).
- After the use of synthetic antibiotics, when the need for the use of antibacterial agents remains, but their further use may prove hazardous to health and is fraught with complications and side effects.
The drug "Umkalor": instructions for children
Reviews of parents who treated children with this medication confirm the effectiveness of its use for babies older than 1 year. The natural basis provides the necessary safety for the health of your child, unlike chemical medicines, which have many contraindications. Means "Umkalor" can be used for various manifestations of acute respiratory diseases, as well as in case of exacerbation of chronic infections. The drug can be used for any symptoms of a cold: a runny nose or nasal congestion, tickling, sore throat, cough, headache, general malaise, and weakness.
In what cases is the drug contraindicated
People with various diseases and taking this drug only once again confirm its safety, leaving good reviews. Umkalor, however, contains ethyl alcohol of 12% concentration. Basically, because of this, its use is not recommended for:
- breastfeeding;
- pregnancy
- serious kidney and liver diseases;
- excessive sensitivity to the components of the drug;
- a predisposition to bleeding;
- the simultaneous use of drugs that inhibit coagulation;
- under the age of 1 year.
Side effects and overdose when taking the drug
Side effects are practically absent if you use Umkalor drops. The treatment reviews for this drug are as follows: extremely rarely, patients complain of allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea. However, this drug is usually very well tolerated - this is evidenced by reviews. Umkalor is suitable for almost everyone. Cases of overdose are unknown and have not yet occurred.
Means "Umkalor": instructions for use
Reviews of medical workers and numerous studies in practice have shown that the optimal therapeutic effect is achieved with the following application: half an hour before a meal with a small amount of water. For children from 1 year to 6 years, the prescribed dose is 5-10 drops 3 times a day; for children 6-12 years old - 10-20 drops 3 times a day; for adults and children over 12 years old - 20-30 drops also several times a day. The drug is taken in a course with an average duration of 10 days. After the symptoms of the disease disappear, pediatricians recommend taking the drug for several more days in order to avoid relapse of the disease.
Drug price
The cost of the main component - Pelargonium sidiform - determines, respectively, the cost of the drug "Umkalor". The price of this drug ranges from 10-15 US dollars. You pay it for a bottle of 50 ml. This is the usual cost of Umkalor, the price may vary depending on the course and the packaging in which the product is sold (bottles with a dropper dispenser have a higher cost).
Be sure to consult your healthcare provider first if you decide to use Umkalor for treatment. The doctors' reviews about this drug are positive, but special care should be taken when it comes to the health of the child. The drug "Umkalor" is a natural and high-quality phytobiotic and has a minimal negative effect on the human body compared to many other medications, but there is always a risk of allergy to its main active substance or its individual intolerance. It should also be borne in mind that the effectiveness of plant elements is not as strong as chemicals, so adhere to the dosage and treatment time specified in the instructions.