With the special extract from the pelargonium root
Colds and respiratory infections are caused by viruses in 90-95% of cases. About 200 different variants are known, they can lead to a respiratory infection such. B. lead to acute bronchitis. Therefore, it usually makes sense to use a preparation that fights viruses: umckaloabo.
With a special extract from Pelargonium roots, Umckaloabo works against viruses, loosens tough mucus and can thus reduce the duration of the disease.
Good to know: Bacteria only trigger a respiratory infection in 5-10% of cases. In these cases, taking an antibiotic (doctor's prescription required) may be necessary.
Persistent complaints with a cold of the bronchi
A cold is not always just a cold. In some cases, it's just a slight sore throat and a little runny nose. However, when the cold viruses reach the bronchi, there is usually a strong cough. Then a relatively harmless infection turns into acute bronchitis, which can persist. In the case of a respiratory infection, a dry cough and a productive cough are common. The body tries to loosen tough mucus.
The triple action of Pelargonium root
The special extract EPs 7630 in Umckaloabo is obtained from Pelargonium roots from South Africa. This extract has antiviral properties, can also alleviate the symptoms of acute bronchitis and shorten the duration of the disease. These are the most important effects at a glance:
- fights the infectious pathogens
- loosens tough mucus
- shortens the duration of the disease
- Bronchitis, in the acute phase
Consult your doctor if additional symptoms such as shortness of breath, fever, purulent or bloody sputum occur.
The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.
Type of application?
Take the medicine. You can dilute the medicine with water or tea.
Duration of use?
You should not use the drug for longer than 1 week without medical advice if your symptoms have not improved after this time. You should see your doctor if you have persistent or recurring symptoms.
The application should be continued for several days after the symptoms have disappeared. Maximum duration of treatment: 3 weeks.
overdose?
There are no known overdose symptoms. If in doubt consult your doctor.
Forgot to take?
Continue taking it as normal (i.e. not double the amount) at the next prescribed time.
In general, pay attention to a conscientious dosage, especially for babies, small children and the elderly. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.
A dosage prescribed by the doctor may deviate from the information on the package leaflet. Therefore, since the doctor adjusts them individually, you should use the medicine according to his instructions.
dosage:
| group of people | single dose | total dose | time |
| Children from 1-5 years | 10 drops | 3 times a day | regardless of the meal |
| Children from 6-12 years | 20 drops | 3 times a day | regardless of the meal |
| Adolescents from 12 years and adults | 30 drops | 3 times a day | regardless of the meal |
What speaks against an application?
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- Liver disease
- Kidney disease
- Increased tendency to bleed
Which age group should be considered?
- Babies under the age of 1 year: The medicine should not normally be used in this age group.
- Children under 6 years of age: The medicine may only be used after consulting a doctor or under medical supervision.
What about pregnancy and lactation?
- Pregnancy: consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in whether and how the drug can be used during pregnancy.
- Breast-feeding: According to current knowledge, it is not recommended to use it. You may be to consider a weaning.
If you have been prescribed the drug despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit can be higher than the risk that the use entails in the event of a contraindication.
What adverse effects may occur?
- Gastrointestinal complaints, such as:
- Nausea
- Heartburn
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Increase in liver values
If you notice any changes in your condition or changes during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
For the information at this point, side effects are primarily taken into account that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
Storage
Storage before opening
The medicinal product must be stored away from heat.
Storage after opening or preparation
The medicinal product may be used for a maximum of 6 months after opening/preparation!
The medicinal product must be stored at room temperature after opening/preparation!
What should you consider?
- The drug contains small amounts of alcohol and should therefore be avoided by alcoholics.
- There may be medicines with which interactions occur. You should therefore generally tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicine you are already using before starting treatment with a new medicine. This also applies to medicines that you buy yourself, use only occasionally or have been using for some time.
How does the ingredient of the medicine work?
The ingredients come from the pelargonium plant and act as a natural mixture. About the plant itself:
- Appearance: perennial, approx. 50cm high plant with small, heart-shaped leaves, resembles a small balcony geranium
- Occurrence: South Africa
- Main ingredients: coumarins (umckalin), tanning agents, essential oils
- Plant parts and preparations used: root extracts
An extract from pelargonium prevents bacteria and viruses from attaching themselves to the human host cell and from being able to penetrate them. This antimicrobial effect is supported by the protein-precipitating properties of the tannins and essential oils also contained, which ultimately lead to the bacteria being destroyed.
What is included in medicines?
| The amounts given are based on 1 g drop. |
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| Alcohol: 12% by volume | |
| Active ingredient Pelargonium sidoides root extract (1:8-10); Extraction agent: ethanol 11% (m/m) | 800mg |
| Excipient glycerol 85% | + |
| excipient ethanol | + |
Manufacture: Dr. Willmar Schwabe GmbH & Co. KG
