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Umkalor

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Last reviewed: 09.08.2022
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Infectious diseases cause a lot of inconvenience to a person. They lead to the appearance of negative symptoms and prevent normal functioning. Cope with the hardships of existence, will allow a special drug Umkalor. 

Indications Umkalor

Umcalor is widely used to eliminate acute infectious diseases. The main indication for use Umkalor - removal of chronic diseases, the causative agent of which were microorganisms.

The drug helps to cope with the lesions of the upper respiratory tract. Umcalor actively fights against bronchitis of any type, eliminates pharyngitis and tracheitis. It is recommended to use the medication for diseases of the ENT - organs, different course. He can cope with the symptoms of chronic and acute forms of the disease. The remedy eliminates the frontal, angina, otitis and sinusitis.

Umkalor is famous for its efficiency. Despite this, you can not use it all. This question should be discussed with the attending physician individually. The active components of the drug can not only have a positive effect, but also harm. 

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Release form

The agent is released solely in the form of a solution. It is intended for oral use. The form of release - vials of various volume, with a solution. The bottle can contain 20 or 50 ml of the drug. The bottle is in a cardboard box.

One gram of the solution contains: an extract from the root of Pelargonium reniforme / sidoides and auxiliary components, in the form of ethyl alcohol. The remedy is perfectly safe, in view of its natural composition. One gram of the drug is 20 drops, this volume contains 800 grams of extract from the root of Pelargonium reniforme / sidoides. Ethyl alcohol is added in 11% concentration.

Other components of the drug is not. A vegetable extract flavored with alcohol is enough to eliminate many diseases. The main thing is not to overdo it with dosage and not to go beyond the acceptable limits. 

Pharmacodynamics

The remedy is one of the antiviral. It has antimicrobial and immunomodulating action. Umkalor is based on plant components. Pharmacodynamics of the drug - a pronounced effect on the immune system.

The root extract of Pelargonium reniforme / sidoides has a broad spectrum of action. It is able to protect cells and tissues it has the negative impact of infection. The component restores functions in the period after the elimination of the disease. The active substances of the main constituent are coumarins, flavonols and organic acids. They perfectly cope with strains of many diseases.

Active substances have a pronounced effect on the immune system. They activate the mechanisms of specific and nonspecific immunity. Umcalor is able to increase the phagocytic activity of macrophages. This is due to the induction of interleukin synthesis.

The composition of the drug is Umkalin and gallic acid, they are able to induce NO synthesis for the activation of macrophages. This allows them to intensify their activity and leads to the inactivation of phagocytosed pathogens. Umcalor is able to exert a cytoprotective effect. This process is an important link in the therapy of infectious diseases. The action of gallic acid is aimed at the synthesis and release of interferon.

Quercetin regulates oxidation-reduction processes. It is able to exert an antioxidant effect and stimulate the processes of tissue respiration. The component removes radionuclides and metabolic products from the body.

In addition to all the above, the agent has a pronounced mucous effect. It can increase the amount of mucous secretion of the bronchi, which allows mucus to easily separate and exit the respiratory tract.

Pharmacokinetics

The drug is based on the extract from the roots of Pelargonium sidoides. During the research it was proved that the component perfectly influences the disease and leads to its inhibition. The pharmacokinetics of the medicament also includes antioxidant properties. Conducted additional studies have proved the effectiveness of Umkalor.

The agent is able to stimulate nonspecific defense mechanisms, the frequency of contraction of the ciliated epithelium and the activity of NK cells. In addition, the root extract of Pelargonium sidoides modulates the synthesis of interferon and has antimicrobial effects.

Umcalor has antibacterial and antiviral effects. It affects the growth and inhibition of adhesion of A-streptococci. The agent inhibits beta-lactamase and has cytoprotective properties. It is impossible to underestimate its effectiveness. Umkalor has repeatedly proved his competence in the treatment of acute infectious diseases. 

Dosing and administration

The dosage of the drug depends on the patient's condition. In the acute stage of the manifestation of the disease, the method of administration and dose of the drug Umkalor is appointed by the attending physician. So, adults and children have enough 30 drops up to 3 times a day. This will reduce negative symptoms and ease the overall condition. Children aged 6 to 12 years are recommended to use 20 drops 3 times a day. If the baby is small and he is not 6 years old, enough for a minimum dose of 10 drops to 3 times a day.

Umcalor is actively used as a preventive agent. In this case, it should be consumed 10-20 drops 3 times a day. The length of the course of therapy depends on the symptomatology displayed. Usually this period does not exceed 10 days. The drug should be consumed half an hour before meals. Drops are not used in pure form, they are bred in a small amount of liquid. 

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Use Umkalor during pregnancy

Umcalor should not be taken during the period of bearing a child. This is due to the fact that its active components are able to penetrate the placenta into the baby's body. Use of the drug Umcalor during pregnancy can lead to the development of serious consequences. Umkalor is especially at risk for the first months of pregnancy. During this period, the likelihood of improper development of the baby increases. There is a risk of endangering and complete termination of pregnancy.

In the last months, the remedy is taken with extreme caution. This process should be controlled by a competent specialist. During breastfeeding, Umcalor is not recommended for use. This is due to the lack of experience in its application during this period. Data on its effect on the baby's body there. Therefore, it is worth to abandon it, in order to avoid serious consequences.

Contraindications

Use Umcalor is not recommended for individual intolerance of the main components that make up its composition. In this case, we are talking about the extract of the root of Pelargonium sidoides. When using Umcalor in this case, the development of adverse reactions from the body. Therefore, hypersensitivity is the main contraindication to use.

Umkalor should not be used in children under 1 year of age. How it can affect the baby's body is not known. Particular care should be taken during the period of bearing and breastfeeding. The agent may adversely affect the developing fetus and lead to pathological processes.

With caution to take Umcalor is necessary for people suffering from serious diseases of the liver and kidneys. Umcalor has some influence on the work of these organs. Under the guidance of a doctor, the remedy is used with a tendency to bleed. 

Side effects Umkalor

Cases, the detection of adverse reactions from the drug was not recorded. Usually, it is perfectly tolerated by patients. Eliminate the likelihood of side effects from Umkalor not worth it. Each organism is an individual mechanism, and it can react to the drug in its own way.

In rare cases, the drug can lead to the development of allergic reactions. They do not pose a threat to human health. There is symptomatology in the form of skin itching and urticaria. When you change the dosage of the medication or completely eliminate it, the well-being improves. Sometimes, Umcalor can cause nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. This is due to improper use of the drug or with an independent increase in the given dose.

Adverse reactions are poorly expressed and do not require withdrawal of the drug. The body will get used to the effects of the medicinal root and will automatically return to normal. If the symptoms are pronounced, you should seek help from a doctor. 

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Overdose

Cases of development of negative reaction from the body were not recorded. But this does not exclude the possibility of developing an overdose. It can arise with an independent increase in the dose consumed. The desire to ease your own condition and eliminate the disease as quickly as possible - is present for every person. That is why many people take the drug without the knowledge of the doctor and independently increase the dose. This can lead to the development of allergic reactions.

When there is nausea, vomiting and pain in the abdomen, you should immediately rinse the stomach. This will neutralize the drug and avoid its negative effect on the body. There is no specific antidote. If necessary, symptomatic treatment is performed. This will normalize a person's condition. Cope with the symptoms of overdose can be either alone or by applying for help in the hospital. 

Interactions with other drugs

It is not recommended for use with anticoagulants. Such interaction with other drugs can lead to the development of bleeding. There are no other restrictions on admission. Naturally, using the drug with other drugs based on the same content is fraught with consequences. This can provoke excessive accumulation of active components in the body and lead to the development of an overdose.

At the same time, you can not use drugs with the same effect. They are able to strengthen the "work" of each other and lead to a deterioration of the human condition. Therefore, before using Umkalor, the treating doctor needs to be told about all the drugs that are used by the person in addition. This will reduce the risk of adverse reactions. In no case can you make independent adjustments to the treatment plan. This will not achieve a positive result. 

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Storage conditions

For any medication, special conditions must be observed. Long-term service of the drug is a guarantee of compliance with storage conditions. So, for Umkalor a certain temperature regime must be observed. The optimum temperature is 25 degrees. Other wishes regarding storage are not available. Despite this, the drug should be in certain conditions.

The absence of moisture and direct sunlight is a must. This will preserve the positive properties of the drug and prevent it from deteriorating ahead of time. Optimal storage - first aid kit. The main thing is that the child did not have access to it. By their ignorance, children can do themselves harm by using the contents of the bottle.

Do not send the product to the refrigerator, it does not require cooling or freezing. Such conditions will lead to a rapid deterioration of the medication. 

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Shelf life

Observance of storage conditions is an important criterion for each drug. But you need to pay attention to the expiration date. Umcalor retains its positive properties for 4 years. But provided that all this time it will be in a closed state. If the vial is opened, it can be used no more than 3 months. The lack of tightness will allow all positive properties to escape. As a result, the medication will not be able to have a therapeutic effect.

For 4 years, you need to monitor the appearance of the drug. It should not change the consistency, color and smell. Pay attention to the integrity of the bottle. Otherwise, this indicates that there are no optimal storage conditions. It is necessary to get rid of the drug, a similar requirement is put forward and at the end of the expiration date. How the medication behaves is unknown, the consequences can be severe. 

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Attention!

To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Umkalor" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.

Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.

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