Cough is essentially a protective reaction of the body to certain irritants that are in the respiratory tract. Such agents include a foreign body, mucus, pus and sputum. In many cases, a cough is a symptom of a cold. A similar phenomenon may be accompanied by mild acute respiratory infections and severe pneumonia. Symptom indicates the development of oncological, infectious or viral diseases of the respiratory system, as well as the mediastinum. Very often, in the treatment of certain diseases, plantain cough syrup “Herbion” is prescribed.
The composition of the drug
"Herbion: Plantain", cough syrup, as a rule, has a natural composition. It is often prescribed for colds to adults and children. The composition of the syrup includes:
- Ascorbic acid.
- A mixture of aqueous liquid extracts of mallow flowers and lanceolate plantain leaves .
- Auxiliary components, including orange oil, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, sucrose.
What is "Herbion: Plantain", cough syrup
This drug is available in glass containers made of dark glass. This material allows you to save the medicinal properties of the composition. Plantain cough syrup, the instructions for which are always attached, is a liquid that has a reddish-brown tint.
The drug has a rather specific aroma and taste. Children are happy to take such a medicine. After all, plantain syrup "Herbion" has a sweet aftertaste.
If a slight precipitate has formed at the bottom of the container with the drug, then do not worry. Similar processes are allowed in medicines made from components of natural origin.
How does plantain syrup work?
The drug "Herbion" allows you to reduce cough in some diseases of the respiratory system, which are accompanied by an inflammatory process. In addition, the drug protects the mucous membranes. Plantain syrup is recommended to be used with a dry cough to soften it. This drug can be given to children, but only after consulting a doctor.
The mucous components of plant extracts form a very thin film. It is she who protects against all kinds of irritants the mucous membranes of the upper respiratory tract. As a result, the urge to cough becomes much less. “Herbion: Plantain” (cough syrup) has a moderate antibacterial effect. The extract of this plant can significantly reduce the inflammation localized in the upper respiratory tract.
Ascorbic acid, which is part of the drug, takes an active part in almost all metabolic processes that occur in the human body. This includes the formation of hemoglobin, the collagen synthesis reaction, redox processes, as well as the stimulation of cellular regeneration and an increase in the immune response.
When should you take syrup?
The Herbion drug is essentially a phytopreparation. Therefore, it is very often prescribed for the complex treatment of many diseases caused by the inflammatory process of the respiratory tract, which are often accompanied by a strong cough.
In addition, plantain syrup can be taken in other cases. The drug copes with dry cough, which often affects smokers. Of course, plantain syrup is not able to completely eliminate the symptom, but it improves the general condition.
Drug dosage
Psyllium syrup for cough, the price of which is from 280 to 320 rubles, should be taken orally. You can drink the drug not only with clean water, but also with tea. The dosage of the drug depends on the severity of the disease, as well as on the age of the patient. As a rule, the required amount of syrup is determined by your doctor. Typically, the drug is prescribed:
- Children's age 4–7 years: one dosing spoon three times a day.
- Children's age 7-14 years: 1-2 dosing spoons three times a day.
- Children over 14 years of age, as well as adults: 2 dosing spoons 3-5 times a day.
If the child is 4 years old, then “Herbion: Plantain” (cough syrup) should be used with extreme caution and only after consultation with specialists.
Who should not take plantain syrup
Although the Herbion preparation is a herbal preparation, it is in some cases not recommended. Do not use the drug for those who:
- Sucrose isomaltase deficiency.
- Malabsorption syndrome of substances such as galactose and glucose.
- Congenital individual intolerance to fructose.
During lactation and pregnancy, it is also not recommended to take plantain syrup for cough, since there is only limited information about the safety of this drug. Do not forget that the drug has side effects. As a rule, such phenomena manifest themselves in the form of an allergic reaction. If any side effect occurs, you should consult a doctor.