The medicine "Befungin", reviews of which are mostly positive, is a natural remedy obtained from chaga - growths formed on birches as a result of exposure to the parasite fungus. Biologically active ingredients included in the composition of the drug provide its analgesic, general tonic, restorative effect. The medicine "Befungin" (patient reviews confirm the effectiveness of the drug) has a good effect on hematopoiesis, increases immune defense, and regulates metabolism.
Indications for appointment
With gastrointestinal pathologies, the drug is used as a symptomatic remedy. Prescribe medication "Befungin" for chronic gastritis, peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal dyskinesia with manifestations of atony. In diseases of an oncological nature (in the case of malignant tumors of the fourth stage), the medicine is used to eliminate intoxication, improve the general well-being of patients. In the treatment of psoriasis, the drug is used as a prophylactic, effective anti-relapse agent.
Release form, composition
The production of the drug is carried out in the form of a thick brown mass of concentrate intended for the manufacture of a solution that should be taken orally. The product is available in bottles of 100, 150, 200 milliliters. They are placed in cardboard bundles. In the composition of the drug, the active ingredient, as already noted, is chaga mushroom (chopped). Minor ingredients are ethyl 95% alcohol, cobalt salts, and purified water.
Mode of application
Use the medicine "Befungin" (reviews report that the product has a bitter taste) should be taken only inside. Previously, the drug must be specially diluted with water. A bottle with a concentrate for liquefaction is lowered into water heated to 60-70 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Then 2-3 small spoons of the product are diluted in one hundred and fifty milliliters of boiled warm water. The resulting solution should be taken one tablespoon three times a day before meals (half an hour). The optimal dose per day is 3.3-3.5 grams. Usually, treatment lasts a long time - three to five months. If necessary, the course can be repeated (between courses the break should be seven to ten days). In some situations, symptomatic therapy is carried out for years.
Contraindications to taking "Befungin"
Reviews indicate that the medicine is well tolerated. However, with long-term use, dyspeptic phenomena may occur.
Medication "Befungin." Contraindications
Do not use the drug with hypersensitivity to the components that are in its composition.
additional information
The question of the advisability of taking the medicine during pregnancy, lactation should be decided by the doctor in private. There is no information about the experience of using the medication in the treatment of children. Cases of overdose during therapy with Befungin have not been identified. The medicine is suitable for use within three years from the date of manufacture.