Homeopathic remedies have both their supporters and opponents in the treatment of various diseases. Someone experienced their effectiveness first hand, but for someone else, the next medicine of this group has become a waste of time and money. One of the homeopathic preparations, which is quite widely used in the treatment of not only adults, but also children, is Engystol. Reviews of specialists and parents about this medicine are mostly positive, which indicates the beneficial effect of the medicine on the he alth of patients.
Composition of the drug
The drug contains two main components and several auxiliary components necessary to obtain a particular dosage form. The active ingredients include sulfur (Sulfur) and common gooseberry (Vincetoxicum hirundinaria), that is, two types of components are combined - mineral and vegetable. Auxiliary elements that are part of the drug "Engistol", produced in tablets, include magnesium stearate and lactose. In addition to the main active ingredients, ampoules with a solution for injection contain isotonic sodium chloride solution.
Common gully
Common gully (Vincetoxicum hirundinaria) is a herbal component of Engystol for children. Reviews of homeopathic experts about this component testify to its effectiveness in relation to the normalization of the work of the autonomic vascular system. The action of the common gostin is based on the action of its two elements: vincetoxin and asclepiic acid. They strengthen blood vessels, restoring the process of metabolism in tissues that was disturbed during the period of illness. In homeopathy, gospel is prescribed for infectious mononucleosis, viral infections, lymphadenitis.
Sulfur
Sulfur (Sulfur) - an element of the mineral component of the drug "Engystol". Reviews of patients about the positive effect on the human body are based on personal experience of its use. Sulfur is used to treat both chronic forms of diseases and acute ones. Its action is based on the enhancement of enzyme functions that contribute to the detoxification of the body. The deceleration of the processes of cleansing the body occurs due to the pathological influence of toxins secreted by viruses and bacteria, and chemotherapy drugs. Sulfur neutralizes this harmful effect by enhancing the body's ability to cleanse itself.
Drug action
Widespread in homeopathic practice received the drug "Engistol". Reviews of experts in this field testify to its simultaneous action inmultiple directions:
- detox;
- antiviral (non-specific);
- immunomodulatory.
Without having a direct effect on the development of viruses, Engystol activates the body's own nonspecific defenses. At the same time, their pathological effect on the human body is reduced. There is also an acceleration in the production of antibodies that can destroy a specific type of virus. The detoxifying effect of the drug "Engistol" is manifested both in the improvement of the patient's condition during viral infections, and during allergic reactions. This is due to the acceleration of the removal of histamine from cells. Unlike many medicines that have a toxic effect on the liver, this homeopathic remedy does not harm the liver in any way. Means "Engystol" can also improve the drainage function of the lymphatic system of the body, connective tissue.
Indications for use
This homeopathic preparation is intended for the treatment of diseases that require, among other things, the activation of non-specific defenses of the human immune system. The drug "Engistol" is also intended for children. Reviews indicate the appointment of this remedy for the following diseases:
- different types of viral hepatitis (acute, chronic);
- heart diseases of an infectious nature (myocarditis, pericarditis and others);
- respiratory viral infections, including influenza;
- complications of respiratory viral infections –bronchitis, pneumonia;
- prevention of viral diseases;
- bronchial asthma;
- herpes, diseases of the genital area;
- diseases of the central nervous system of an infectious nature;
- skin diseases (urticaria, eczema, various dermatitis);
- allergic diseases of various origins (for example, allergic rhinitis).
Use: tablets
One of the forms of release of the drug is Engystol tablets. Patient reviews indicate that this is the most preferred option for using a homeopathic remedy. Patients are prescribed 1 tablet 3 times a day. They must be kept under the tongue until completely absorbed. During the acute phase of the disease, it is possible to use the drug every 15 minutes (1 tablet) for a period of no more than two hours. The duration of the course of treatment and the final dosage are determined by the attending physician.
Method of application: injection solution
Injectable solution in ampoules is another dosage form of Engystol. The instruction, reviews on the availability for understanding which are positive, recommends using it in the acute course of the disease. To achieve a quick effect, the drug is administered 1 time per day, 1 ampoule. In other cases, injections must be done 1-3 times a week, 1 ampoule. When prescribing the drug "Engystol" (instruction for children) to babies, the reviews of homeopaths are positive, but exclude intravenous administration.
Contraindications and side effects
When prescribing any medication, contraindications to it and the risk of side effects are of particular importance. One of the advantages of the drug "Engistol" (instructions for use, reviews of this tool confirm this) is the minimum number of reasons that prevent its appointment. Contraindications include hypersensitivity to any components of the drug, as well as the child's age up to 3 years. For the dosage form in the form of tablets, there is another limitation - intolerance to lactose, which is an auxiliary component.
During the use of this homeopathic remedy, no serious side effects have been identified, since its active substances do not have a toxic effect. In this regard, it is possible to use the drug "Engistol" during pregnancy. Reviews of such treatment indicate the safety of the drug. It must be remembered that before starting therapy, a consultation with a doctor is required. In some cases, allergic reactions may occur.
The drug "Engystol" is perfectly combined with other medicines. Its use does not exclude therapy with various drugs, but can only supplement it. When using the drug "Engistol" for the treatment of viral diseases, a primary deterioration in the patient's condition is possible, when some symptoms of the disease suddenly become more pronounced. In this case, it is necessary to consult a specialist who will decide whether to stop the medicine or continue taking it.
Drug effectiveness
There are both positive and negative opinions about the effectiveness of Engystol. Homeopathy for many patients remains not yet fully understood, and the principle of action of this group of drugs continues to be incomprehensible. At the same time, quite a lot of specialists, not only homeopaths, but also doctors of traditional medicine, use the drug "Engistol" in their practice. This is due to the absence of side effects observed in connection with taking other medications, and the effectiveness of the drug. This tool is especially popular as a method of preventing all kinds of respiratory viral infections that children so often suffer from. The drug "Engystol" does not have a toxic effect on the baby's body, is easily tolerated, and rarely causes allergic reactions. It is enough to simply persuade a child to take the drug, because the tablets do not have any pronounced specific taste or smell. They are small and do not require long resorption.
In any case, the patient should not self-administer treatment using the drug "Engistol". Reviews of such experiments are deplorable, because it is very often impossible to replace a full-fledged therapy with traditional medicines with a homeopathic remedy. In this case, the condition of a person worsens, the disease progresses. Also, under the guise of mild viral infections, more formidable diseases caused by a bacterial infection and requiringantibiotic treatment. In the treatment of such ailments, the drug "Engistol" can only perform an auxiliary function aimed at detoxifying the body and activating its protective properties. The agent cannot have a serious effect on bacteria. Thus, any medicine, including the drug "Engystol", should be prescribed by a doctor, taking into account the course of the disease and its characteristics.
