Homeopathic remedies have both their supporters and opponents in the treatment of various diseases. Someone experienced their effectiveness on their own experience, but for someone the next medicine of this group was a waste of time and money. One of the homeopathic remedies, which is widely used in the treatment of not only adults, but also children, is the Engistol remedy. The opinions of experts and parents about this medicine are mostly positive, which indicates the beneficial effect of the medicine on the health of patients.
The composition of the drug
The composition of the drug has two main components and several auxiliary components necessary to obtain a particular dosage form. The active substances include sulfur (Sulfur) and common crotch (Vincetoxicum hirundinaria), that is, two types of components are combined - mineral and vegetable. Auxiliary elements that are part of the drug "Engistol", produced in tablets, include magnesium stearate and lactose. Ampoules with a solution for injection in addition to the main active substances contain a solution of sodium chloride isotonic.
Ordinary gusset
Ordinarium vulgaris (Vincetoxicum hirundinaria) is a plant component of the drug Engistol for children. The reviews of homeopathy specialists about this component indicate its effectiveness in relation to the normalization of the autonomic vascular system. The action of the crotch is based on the action of its two elements: vincetoxin and asclepic acid. They strengthen the blood vessels, restoring the metabolic process in the tissues that is disturbed during the period of the disease. In homeopathy, the gusset is prescribed for infectious mononucleosis, viral infections, lymphadenitis.
Sulfur
Sulfur (Sulfur) - an element of the mineral component of the drug "Engistol". Patient reviews on the positive effects on the human body are based on personal experience with its use. Sulfur is used to treat both chronic and acute forms of the disease. Its action is based on the enhancement of enzyme functions that contribute to detoxification of the body. The slowdown of the body's cleansing processes occurs due to the pathological effect of toxins secreted by viruses and bacteria, and chemotherapeutic agents. Sulfur neutralizes this harmful effect by enhancing the body's ability to cleanse itself.
Drug action
Widespread in homeopathic practice was the drug "Engistol". The reviews of specialists in this field testify to its simultaneous action in several directions:
- detoxification;
- antiviral (non-specific);
- immunomodulatory.
Without directly affecting the development of viruses, Engistol activates its own nonspecific defenses of the body. At the same time, their pathological effect on the human body is reduced. There is also an acceleration in the production of antibodies that can destroy a specific type of virus. The detoxifying effect of the drug "Engystol" is manifested both in improving the patient's condition with viral infections, and during allergic reactions. This is due to the accelerated removal of histamine from the cells. Unlike many medicines that have a toxic effect on the liver, this homeopathic medicine does not do any harm to it. Means "Engystol" is also able to improve the drainage functions of the lymphatic system of the body, connective tissue.
Indications for use
This homeopathic preparation is intended for the treatment of diseases that require, among other things, activation of non-specific protective forces of the human immune system. The drug “Engistol” is also intended for children. Reviews indicate the appointment of this remedy for the following diseases:
- various types of viral hepatitis (acute, chronic);
- heart diseases of an infectious nature (myocarditis, pericarditis and others);
- respiratory viral infections, including influenza;
- complications of respiratory viral infections - bronchitis, pneumonia;
- prevention of viral diseases;
- bronchial asthma;
- herpes, genital diseases ;
- diseases of the central nervous system of an infectious nature;
- skin diseases (urticaria, eczema, various dermatitis);
- allergic diseases of various origins (for example, allergic rhinitis).
Method of application: tablets
One of the forms of release of the drug is Engistol tablets. Patient reviews indicate that this is the most preferred option for using a homeopathic remedy. Patients are prescribed 1 tablet 3 times a day. They must be kept under the tongue until completely resorbed. During the acute phase of the disease, it is possible to use the drug every 15 minutes (1 tablet) for a period of not more than two hours. The duration of the course of treatment and the final dosage are determined by the attending physician.
Method of application: injection
The solution for injection in ampoules is another dosage form of the drug “Engistol”. The instruction, reviews on the availability for understanding which is positive, recommends using it in the acute course of the disease. To achieve a quick effect, the drug is administered 1 ampoule once a day. In other cases, injections should be done 1-3 times a week for 1 ampoule. When prescribing the drug “Engistol” for children (instructions for children), the reviews of homeopaths are positive, but exclude intravenous administration.
Contraindications and side effects
When prescribing any medication, contraindications to it and the risk of side effects are of particular importance. One of the advantages of the drug "Engistol" (instructions for use, reviews of this tool confirm this) is the minimum number of reasons that prevent its appointment. Contraindications include hypersensitivity to any components of the drug, as well as the age of the child up to 3 years. For the dosage form in the form of tablets, there is another limitation - lactose intolerance, which is an auxiliary component.
In the process of using this homeopathic remedy, serious side effects have not been identified, since its active substances do not have a toxic effect. In this regard, it is possible to use the drug "Engistol" during pregnancy. Reviews of such treatment indicate the safety of the drug. It should be remembered that before starting therapy, a consultation with a doctor is mandatory. In some cases, allergic reactions may occur.
The drug "Engistol" is perfectly combined with other medicines. Its use does not exclude therapy with various drugs, but can only complement it. When using the drug “Engistol” for the treatment of viral diseases, a primary deterioration of the patient's condition is possible when some symptoms of the disease suddenly become more pronounced. In this case, it is necessary to consult a specialist who will decide whether to cancel the medicine or continue taking it.
Drug effectiveness
There are both positive and negative opinions about the effectiveness of the drug “Engistol”. Homeopathy for many patients is still not fully understood, and the principle of action of the funds in this group continues to be incomprehensible. At the same time, quite a lot of specialists, not only homeopaths, but also doctors of traditional medicine, use the drug “Engistol” in their practice. This is due to the lack of side effects observed in connection with the use of other medicines, and the effectiveness of the drug. This remedy is especially popular as a method of preventing all kinds of respiratory viral infections that children suffer so often. The drug “Engistol” does not have a toxic effect on the baby’s body, is easily tolerated, and rarely causes allergic reactions. It is enough for a child to simply persuade him to take the drug, because the tablets do not have any pronounced specific taste or smell. They are small and do not require prolonged resorption.
In any case, the patient should not independently prescribe treatment with the use of the drug “Engistol”. Reviews of such experiments are deplorable, because it is often impossible to replace a full-fledged therapy with traditional medicines with a homeopathic remedy. In this case, a person worsens, the disease progresses. Also, under the mask of mild viral infections , more formidable diseases caused by a bacterial infection and requiring antibiotic treatment may be hidden. In the treatment of such ailments, the drug Engistol can only perform an auxiliary function aimed at detoxifying the body and activating its protective properties. The drug can not have a serious effect on bacteria. Thus, any medicine, including the Engistol drug, should be prescribed by a doctor, taking into account the course of the disease and its features.