VIOLET HERB

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT VIOLET HERB (VIOLAE HERBA)

Composition:

Active substance: violet herb (Violae herba);

One pack contains: violet herb (Violae herba) 50 g or 60 g;

One filter bag contains: violet herb (Violae herba) 1.5 g.

Pharmaceutical form. Herb.

Main physicochemical characteristics:

Powdered raw material: fragments of stems (green, light green or yellowish-green in color), leaves (green), fruits, flowers (violet, blue, dark blue, yellow, light yellow, pale violet in color) of various shapes, and separate light-brown seeds;

Coarse powder: fragments of stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits in green, light green or yellowish-green color with violet, blue, dark blue, yellow, light yellow, pale violet specks, and separate light-brown seeds.

Pharmacotherapeutic group. Expectorants.

ATC code: R05CA.

Pharmacological properties.

Pharmacodynamics.

The biologically active substances of the drug exert antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, bronchodilating, expectorant, mild diuretic, choleretic, and spasmolytic effects.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications.

Respiratory tract diseases accompanied by cough with difficult expectoration of sputum (acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchopneumonia, pertussis), inflammatory diseases of kidneys and urinary bladder, urolithiasis – as part of complex therapy.

Contraindications.

Hypersensitivity to active biological substances of the drug or to salicylates. Glomerulonephritis, hepatitis.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other types of interactions.

Unknown.

Usage characteristics.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

By prescription of a physician in cases where the benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus/child.

Ability to affect reaction speed when driving vehicles or operating other machinery.

No effect.

Method of Administration and Dosage.

Place 1 tablespoon of the herb in an enameled container, pour 200 ml of hot boiled water, cover and steep in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes. Cool at room temperature for 45 minutes, strain, squeeze the residue into the strained infusion. Adjust the volume of the infusion to 200 ml with boiled water.

Take warm, 3–4 times daily after meals: for adults and children aged 14 years and older – ⅓–½ cup; for children aged 12–14 years – ⅓ cup; for children aged 7–12 years – 2 tablespoons; for children aged 3–7 years – 1 tablespoon. Shake the infusion before use.

Place 2 filter packets into a glass or enameled container, pour 200 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 15 minutes. Take warm, 3–4 times daily after meals: for adults and children aged 14 years and older – ½–1 cup; for children aged 12–14 years – ½ cup; for children aged 7–12 years – ⅓ cup; for children aged 3–7 years – 2 tablespoons.

Store the prepared infusion at a temperature of 8–15 °C for no more than 2 days.

The duration of treatment is determined individually by a physician.

Children.

The drug should be used in children aged 3 years and older.

Overdose.

Overdose or prolonged use of the drug may sometimes cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin allergic rashes.

Side effects.

In case of hypersensitivity to the drug, allergic reactions may occur, including skin rash, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

If side effects occur, discontinue use of the drug and consult a physician.

Shelf life. 3 years.

Do not use after the expiry date stated on the packaging.

Storage conditions. Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, in a place inaccessible to children.

Packaging. 50 g or 60 g in packs with an inner pouch; 1.5 g in filter bags, 20 pcs per pack, or in a pack with an inner pouch.

Availability. Over-the-counter.

Manufacturer. JSC "Liktravy".

Address of manufacturer and location of business activity / location of applicant and/or applicant's representative.

Ukraine, 10001, Zhytomyr region, city of Zhytomyr, Kyivske highway, building 21.