Cardiac motherwort - a medicinal species belonging to the genus Motherwort of the family Lamiaceae, a perennial herb. It is widely distributed in Europe, Siberia, Western Asia and the Caucasus. This plant usually grows in open places: along roads, on pastures, river banks and wastelands. For medical use, cut the tops of motherwort stems about 30 cm long. They are dried in the shade and stored for no more than three years, using as necessary.
Motherwort herb purchased at a pharmacy or independently collected, like all drugs based on it, is used for neurosis, increased irritability, and hypertension. Traditional healers with a long-standing cough and inflammatory diseases of the respiratory system also recommend taking motherwort: reviews say that it alleviates the symptoms of these diseases. Finally, traditional medicine prescribes taking decoction of motherwort and with menstrual irregularities. Prepare it as follows: 4 tbsp. l herbs pour a glass of boiling water and insist 15 minutes. After straining, add up to 200 ml with water. Recommended dose: for adults and adolescents - 1 tbsp. l., children - 1 tsp., three times a day, a quarter of an hour before meals.
The motherwort decoction has a bitter taste - this is due to the presence of glycosides in it, which have a positive effect on the nervous system. In addition to them, the therapeutic effect of motherwort is due to the presence in its juice of essential oils, alkaloids, saponins, vitamins and minerals. Its effect on the body is almost the same as that of drugs based on valerian, but it is much stronger.
In addition to motherwort herb, the domestic pharmaceutical industry has produced alcohol tincture based on the extract of this plant for many years. Indications for its use are similar, as well as the effect on the body. Adults take motherwort tincture 30-50 drops 3-4 times a day, children - only on the recommendation of a doctor.
The Russian company Evalar, which produces natural medicines, produces tablets (dietary supplements) based on motherwort - Motherwort Forte. Reviews available on the Internet confirm the effectiveness of this drug: it effectively resists neurosis, improves sleep, and helps maintain calm in stressful situations. In addition to motherwort extract, it contains vitamin B6 and magnesium - this complex is indispensable for problems with the nervous system.
Many take this drug from case to case, as stressful situations arise. However, in order to achieve a stable, balanced state of the nervous system, doctors recommend a certain course of taking Motherwort Forte. Reviews say: the effect of its use in this case is noticeable and quite resistant. A specialist can prescribe several courses of this drug for 2-4 weeks each. Between them is supposed to take a break of several days.
Many people find taking pills more convenient than drinking alcohol tinctures containing motherwort. Evalar also produces other sedatives with this plant extract. For example, the Milona-8 complex, in addition to it, contains valerian, peppermint, oregano and lemon balm, as well as hap fruit.
Motherwort Forte, reviews of which fully reflect its medicinal properties, should be used with caution in allergy sufferers. It is not allowed to take it during pregnancy and lactation. Thrombosis and thrombophlebitis, as well as bradycardia (low heart rate) and low blood pressure can be contraindications to the use of any motherwort-based drugs, including Motherwort Forte (warnings about this). In these cases, you should first consult your doctor.