The KRKA company produces a whole line of herbal cough remedies. The preparations include extracts from herbs that have been tested by time, the experience of traditional and official medicine. Herbion (with primrose syrup) treats wet cough. Doctors emphasize the effectiveness of the drug for difficult sputum discharge. However, the medicine is used in the complex treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract. This is facilitated by the peculiarities of the drug’s action. It improves the health of the lungs, bronchi, and mucous membranes of the pharynx.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
This combined antitussive remedy is created on a plant basis, the predominant effect of which is exhibited by primrose root extract. As you know, primrose root contains many useful substances, namely: saponins, vitamin C and triterpene glycosides. The antitussive effect of this drug is provided by saponins, which enhance bronchopulmonary secretion, dilute and increase the volume of sputum, facilitating its elimination. They also help in the formation of a protective film on the mucous membranes of the respiratory organs and tracts, reducing the irritation of cough receptors and eliminating the cough reflex.
In addition, the drug is effective against senile cough, which occurs due to a decrease in the contractility of the heart. As a result, the blood supply to the lungs deteriorates and an obsessive, unproductive cough appears. Therefore, this drug and the saponins it contains help solve a double problem: to facilitate coughing and affect blood circulation, increasing the volume of fluid removed from the body.
Thyme extract contains thymol , a unique essential oil. This substance is removed from the body through the bronchial mucosa, exhibiting a local antiseptic effect. At the same time, the viscosity of sputum decreases, the likelihood of developing bronchospasm decreases, and the muscles of the bronchi relax. Thanks to the use of thyme extract, the ciliated epithelium that covers the bronchi is activated, and the discharge of mucus is improved and facilitated. Moreover, thyme extract is characterized by diuretic, antispasmodic, analgesic and anthelmintic effects.
Menthol, which is part of the drug, exhibits an anti-inflammatory effect, having a beneficial effect on the mucous membranes of the respiratory system, facilitating breathing and enhancing the effect of thymol and the drug as a whole.
Indications for use
This drug is prescribed as an expectorant as part of the complex treatment of inflammatory diseases of the respiratory system, when difficult sputum separation is noted, for example, with:
- bronchitis;
- tracheitis;
- tracheobronchitis.
And also during the treatment of acute respiratory diseases, which may be accompanied by a “dry” cough and other breathing disorders.
Interaction
The manufacturer does not provide information about possible reactions of the body when taking primrose and other medications in parallel. If we take into account the phytotherapeutic group of the drug, it can be freely used in complex treatment in parallel with antibiotics, immunomodulators, and antiviral medications. There were no reports of interactions with essential drugs.
Since Herbion Primrose is used for wet coughs, it should not be combined with antitussive drugs (for example, codeine or dextromethorphan). An increase in mucus secretion and simultaneous suppression of the cough reflex can lead to serious congestion in the lungs and provoke serious complications.
Contraindications
The drug is not prescribed for:
- hypersensitivity to its components;
- treatment of young patients who have suffered acute obstructive laryngitis or croup;
- bronchial asthma, diabetes mellitus;
- lactation, pregnancy;
- hereditary fructose intolerance;
- glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome, congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency;
- children under 2 years of age.
special instructions
Children from 2 to 4 years old are given Herbion based on primrose only as prescribed by a doctor after consultation and a full examination. Independent use for the treatment of adults is acceptable for mild respiratory diseases (without signs of complications).
During therapy you should consult a doctor if:
- after 5 days of taking the condition did not improve;
- the patient’s health has deteriorated sharply;
- the temperature has risen (from 38 ℃);
- sputum contains impurities of pus (viscous, yellow, greenish);
- there are traces of blood in the mucus (brown color, red streaks);
- shortness of breath appeared;
- breathing became difficult.
There is no alcohol in the preparation. Primrose and thyme cannot change the speed of a person’s reaction, so Herbion is allowed for drivers. It is suitable for people whose professional employment involves working with dangerous mechanisms or the need for high-quality psychomotor reactions.
Herbion primrose syrup, instructions for use (Method and dosage)
The syrup is taken orally with warm water.
For adult patients, a daily dosage is established - 3 measuring spoons or 15 ml taken 3-4 times, preferably after meals.
Children's dosage and frequency of administration depends on the age of the child. Therefore, children 2-5 years old can be given half a scoop of syrup 3 times daily after meals. When treating children 5-14 years old, the daily dose is increased to one measuring spoon or 5 ml for 3 times a day. Children over 14 years of age are prescribed 10 ml or 2 measuring spoons of the drug to be taken 3-4 times a day.
The duration of treatment can be 2-3 weeks. If necessary, the duration of therapy can be extended, but only on the recommendation of a doctor.
Compound
Unlike other drugs in the line, the Gerbion under discussion has a combined composition. It contains 2 plant components - a liquid extract from the roots of spring primrose, as well as from the herb common thyme (thyme). To obtain extracts, an absolutely neutral extractant is used - water, so there is no alcohol in the syrup.
5 ml of mixture contains 3.08 g of plant extracts. Compared to other herbal medicines, it has a large amount of active ingredients.
The excipients are:
- sucrose;
- levomenthol;
- methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218).
These compounds provide a sweet taste, stability of the drug in the external environment, as well as additional pharmacological effects.
Analogs
Level 4 ATX code matches:
Cashnol
Anise oil
Bronchophyte
Pine buds
Pertussin
Bronchosan
Gedelix
Mixture for inhalation
Herbion ivy syrup
Herbion plantain syrup
Mukaltin
Sinupret Forte
Dr. Theiss syrup with plantain
Bronchosept
Joset
Thermopsol
Tussamag
Marshmallow syrup
Dry cough syrup
Ammonia-Anise Drops
The main analogues are represented by the drugs Bronchicum and Bronchipret.
Also similar effects have: Ascoril, Licorice root, Pectolvan C and Alteyka.
Reviews of Herbion primrose syrup
This drug is one of the most popular cough medicines. And if someone has not used it during treatment, then they have definitely seen or heard about it in advertising. Quite often, reviews of Herbion primrose syrup are found on various medical forums and websites.
At the same time, some patients report that the medicine helped them quickly overcome their cough, while others spoke about the uselessness of this remedy. However, among the wide variety of Herbion preparations, you can choose the appropriate form for yourself. Also, this medicine is often compared with other well-known antitussives, for example, Ambrobene , Bronchicum, and so on. Among these drugs, it is not easy to determine the best antitussive drug, since each of them has an individual effect on each individual patient.
In addition, the effect of this drug is often discussed by pregnant women. However, despite the fact that this is a herbal natural remedy, it is contraindicated to take it during lactation and pregnancy. Moreover, many women prefer to use the advice of traditional medicine and are treated with herbal decoctions, inhalations, and so on.
In any case, patients need to remember that self-treatment of respiratory system disorders may result in an even greater complication of the disease.
For example, when a wet cough is treated with medications that dilute sputum and increase its production, it is possible to increase the period of coughing or cause stagnation of secretions in the bronchi. Therefore, you need to know exactly when and what medications should be taken, and only a competent therapist can help with this.
Side effects
According to the manufacturer, the frequency of adverse effects cannot be calculated with the available information about Herbion.
However, there are warnings regarding:
- allergic reactions - manifested by skin rash, itching, urticaria, angioedema or anaphylactic shock;
- dyspeptic disorders - there may be nausea, stool disorders (diarrhea), vomiting, a feeling of heaviness in the abdomen.
It is known that one of the excipients can cause delayed manifestations of allergies. This indicates the need for vigilance at the beginning and during treatment with Herbion.
At the first sign of any adverse reactions, you should stop taking the syrup. To change the drug, you should consult a doctor. The specialist should be told in detail why the primrose was not suitable.
Price for Herbion primrose syrup, where to buy
You can buy Gerbion primrose syrup in Russian pharmacies at a price of 200-250 rubles.
- Online pharmacies in RussiaRussia
- Online pharmacies in UkraineUkraine
ZdravCity
- Herbion primrose syrup 150ml JSC KRKA, d.d., Novo mesto
293 rub. order
Pharmacy Dialogue
- Herbion primrose syrup (bottle 150ml)KPKA
RUR 326 order
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Release form
Gerbion syrup is a viscous transparent substance of yellow-brown color with a specific taste and smell. The product is poured into 150 ml dark glass bottles. Each bottle is equipped with a protective plastic stopper, screw cap and first-opening control.
Bottles with syrup are equipped with an insert with detailed instructions for use, as well as a measuring spoon. It is provided for precise dosing of the drug. The bottles are packed in a cardboard box with information about the medicine and an image of a primrose. In this form, the product is stored on pharmacy shelves.
