Hereafter, the herb

The grass of a succession is a representative of an annual herbaceous plant, belongs to the family of composites. The succession can be found practically throughout the territory of Europe, in the Central Asian countries, in Siberia. For the production of medicinal products, the upper part of the plant - the grass - is usually used.

Indications succession

It has long been used in folk medicine recipes to treat many painful conditions. In ancient times, it was widely used to treat scrofula, boils, skin irritations, etc., or as a diuretic and diaphoretic herb. The plant was also used for baths, especially for treating children.

It has been noted that the herb improves metabolic processes. In modern folk recipes, it is used to treat diathesis, urticaria, neurodermatitis, seborrhea, scrofula. External preparations based on the herb perfectly dry superficial wounds and promote rapid healing of skin damage. The herb in the form of mixtures with other herbs is used to accelerate metabolic processes in eczematous and furuncular lesions.

A more thorough study of the properties of the herb of the succession plant revealed its ability to relieve inflammation and activate the adrenal cortex. Due to these properties, the plant is successfully used to treat psoriasis, as well as a multivitamin preparation for pulmonary diseases, external ulcers and ulcerative lesions of the digestive system.

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Release form

Available in the form of:

• crushed dry plant materials in cardboard packages of 100 g;
• briquettes in the form of rectangular tiles weighing 75 g, consisting of 10 slices;
• packaged herbal teas and medicinal infusions.

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Pharmacodynamics

The herb of succession is distinguished, first of all, by its excellent diuretic and diaphoretic effect, it is able to improve digestive processes, and stabilize disturbed metabolic reactions.

When studying the qualitative properties of the plant, specialists found more than 65% polyphenols in it, which have a pronounced tanning effect. These substances kill pathogenic bacteria much more effectively than tannin.

The medicinal properties of the herb are largely explained by the presence of vitamin C and manganese, which play an important role in the physiology of metabolism. The presence of manganese causes a positive effect on hematopoiesis, blood clotting, and the function of the endocrine system.

Extracts from the plant, due to the content of carotene, demonstrate their anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.

Animal experiments have proven the sedative properties of the drugs from the succession plant, as well as their hypotensive effect.

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Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetic properties have not been studied.

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Dosing and administration

Herbal preparations from the succession herb can be used externally and internally.

Orally, half an hour after eating (infusion), take 20-25 ml up to 3 times a day. The maximum single dose is 60 ml of infusion. Duration of therapy is from 20 to 25 days.

To prepare the infusion, pour 2 full tablespoons of raw material into a cup of boiling water and cover tightly with a lid. Infuse for 15 minutes, wrapping it in a towel, then cool for 45 minutes. Filter, squeeze, throw away the pulp. Drink the infusion warm.

For external use in the form of compresses, use a ready-made infusion of the herb of the succession, which is used to moisten gauze and linen napkins. For baths, use a diluted infusion, for baths add up to 2 glasses of infusion per bath. Duration of therapy is up to 1 month. The course can be repeated after a two-week break (no more than 4 times a year).

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Use succession during pregnancy

External use during pregnancy is not prohibited: the plant is used for baths, applications or compresses to treat diathesis, dermatoses and other skin lesions.

The use of succession herb internally during pregnancy is not recommended, since succession preparations somewhat increase the contraction of smooth muscle organs, including the uterus, which theoretically can provoke a spontaneous abortion.

There have been no special studies on the use of succession herb during pregnancy.

Contraindications

When used in recommended dosages, no contraindications were identified.

The only contraindications may be pregnancy and allergic reactions to herbal preparations, in particular, to the herb celandine.

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Side effects succession

Side effects are extremely rare and may manifest as:

• allergic reaction;
• tachycardia;
• increased diuresis;
• pressure reduction.

After discontinuing the drug, all of the listed symptoms disappear.

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Overdose

In case of an overdose of the herb of the succession, the side effects may increase. In case of symptoms of an overdose, it is necessary to stop taking the medicine and conduct symptomatic treatment. There is no special means to neutralize the herbal preparation.

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Interactions with other drugs

There is no reliable data on the drug interactions of the herb Chereda with other drugs.

Diuretic drugs should be prescribed with caution simultaneously with internal use of succession infusion.

When using the herb Chereda externally and other external preparations on the same area of skin, at least 2 hours should pass between applications.

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Storage conditions

Dried succession grass is stored in dry, cool places, with an optimal storage temperature of up to +20°C. Freshly prepared infusion is stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, shaking before use.

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Special instructions

Instructions for use of the herb Chereda are provided for informational purposes. Use of the herbal remedy should be approved by your attending physician. Avoid self-prescribing any medications, including herbal ones.

Shelf life

The shelf life of dry raw materials is up to 2 years.

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