Medicinal properties, use and contraindications of wormwood

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

the bitter it contains on the receptor complexes of the tongue and oral mucosa, which leads to reflex stimulation of the food center and, as a result, an increase in appetite .

For this reason, during meals, the secretory function of the stomach and the main glands of the digestive system increases. The drug promotes the absorption of gases in the intestines, and also activates the production of pancreatic juice and bile .

The drug includes absinthine and anabsintin (glucosides); thujol , phellandrene , thujone (essential oils); tannins , which are quickly absorbed into the gastrointestinal tract and subsequently excreted by the kidneys.

Contraindications

The use of wormwood preparations orally is strictly contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation.

It must be remembered that wormwood is a poisonous plant, so it should be used for treatment with great caution and strict adherence to the dosage regimen. Due to exceeding recommended doses, poisoning is possible, which has the following manifestations: nervous system disorder, hallucinations, convulsions, seizures, renal failure and even death.

special instructions

Along with the use of the drug in traditional medicine, wormwood is quite common in folk recipes .

A decoction of 50 g of wormwood herb is used as a bath to prevent fungal diseases of the feet.

Compresses with fresh wormwood herb and 500 ml of curdled milk are used for varicose veins .

A tincture of wormwood against parasites, including wormwood , buckthorn , gentian tansy flowers in equal parts, is effective against parasites ( worms ) roundworms and pinworms , and to get rid of roundworms enemas from a decoction of wormwood are used.

These and other recipes for using this plant in folk medicine have found quite wide application and are approved by many patients.

Indications for use

In medicine in many countries around the world, wormwood is used in the form of a liquid extract, tinctures and infusions as a bitter-spicy stomach remedy and a drug that stimulates appetite and improves digestion.

Wormwood is part of gastric, appetizing and choleretic preparations. This plant is included in the pharmacopoeias of more than 20 countries.

Wormwood is widely used in homeopathy:

• Orally: as an anthelmintic, astringent, antispasmodic and expectorant, as an appetizing bitter, for diseases such as gastritis, dysentery, flatulence, heartburn, gastric ulcer, ulcerative colitis, hemorrhoids, bad breath, obesity, cholera, jaundice, anemia, rheumatism, hypertension, edema, migraine, epilepsy, edema, pulmonary tuberculosis, ozena, neurasthenia, alcoholism;
• Externally: as an analgesic, hemostatic, wound-healing, anti-inflammatory agent, for compresses and lotions for bruises, sprains, ulcers, purulent wounds, dislocations, allergic diseases.

In Russian folk medicine, the herb is used in the following cases:

• Lack of appetite;
• Heartburn;
• Flatulence;
• Reduced function of the gastrointestinal tract;
• Gastritis;
• Colitis;
• Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum;
• Enterocolitis;
• Bad breath, including those caused by gingivitis and periodontal disease;
• Dyspeptic disorders;
• Inflammatory processes in the area of ​​the cecum;
• Obesity;
• Haemorrhoids;
• Diseases of the liver, kidneys, spleen and gall bladder;
• Dropsy;
• Edema;
• Ascariasis;
• Anemia;
• Rheumatism;
• Fever;
• Hypertension;
• Epilepsy;
• Cholera;
• Malaria;
• Qatar of the upper respiratory tract;
• Flu;
• Pulmonary tuberculosis;
• Bronchial asthma;
• Migraine, insomnia, neurasthenia;
• Beli;
• Gout;
• Paralysis;
• Alcoholism;
• Frostbite, burns (including X-rays), non-healing wounds and ulcers, eczema, fistulas;
• Insect bites.

Wormwood Tincture price, where to buy

The average price of the drug, depending on the manufacturer and the volume of the bottle, varies between 40-70 rubles.

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How to prepare a healing decoction

It is prepared using different raw materials, for this they use:

• dried grass;
• fresh stems and leaves;
• wormwood roots.

To prepare a basic decoction, take half a spoonful of dried herbs or a full spoonful of fresh herbs. The raw materials are poured with a glass of boiling water, placed on the stove and simmered over low heat for 20 minutes.

A decoction for enemas is made in a similar way, only the number of ingredients changes - 4 tablespoons of raw materials are taken per liter of water.

To make a decoction from the root, take 2 tablespoons of the crushed dry underground part, pour a glass of boiling water and cook over low heat for 10-15 minutes with the lid closed (so that most of the healing esters do not evaporate). Strain the cooled broth and it is ready for use.

The herb tarragon, another name for tarragon, has some similar properties . The medicinal plant increases urine flow, expels worms, relieves inflammation, relieves pain, and improves food digestion. This type of herb can be used in combination with wormwood to relieve painful symptoms.

Chemical composition

Why are tinctures, decoctions, and extracts of wormwood so valued? It's all about the unique chemical composition of the plant:

1. Tannins. They have an antibacterial, strengthening and restorative effect.
2. Resinous substances. Designed to strengthen the structure of the cell mass.
3. Slime. They have both anti-inflammatory and healing effects.
4. Palmitic, malic, succinic, isovaleric acid. By their nature they are natural antioxidants. Therefore, wormwood extract improves digestion and helps eliminate heavy salts and toxins from the body.
5. Bitterness. Stimulates peristalsis of the digestive tract, improves appetite. Therefore, we can say that wormwood extract improves the secretory activity of the pancreas, stimulates the detoxification activity of the liver, and the filtration work of the kidneys. Bitters are also known for their anabolic, tonic, restorative effects on the human body. Note that they strengthen the immune system, help the body successfully adapt to new conditions, and normalize the activity of the central nervous system. Because of all this, wormwood extract is often indicated for food, alcohol and other types of poisoning.
6. Flavonoids. They are a powerful antioxidant that even helps mitigate the effects of radiation exposure on the body. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is often made a component of antihistamines.
7. Phytoncides. These components in the extract of wormwood annua help the body recover after heavy physical activity. They are also valued for their antibacterial effects and calming effect on the nervous system.
8. Lignans. This is the name of phytoestrogens that normalize hormonal levels.
9. Saponins. They have an anabolic effect and promote adaptation of the body.
10. Alkaloids. Natural antispasmodics, valued for their analgesic and sedative effect. At the same time, they have an expectorant and choleretic effect.
11. Coumarins. These substances in the thick extract of wormwood reduce blood clotting.
12. Carotene. The element is a powerful antioxidant.
13. Vitamins A, B, C, PP.
14. Micro- and macroelements. Calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, magnesium, sodium, manganese, selenium, copper, zinc.

Natural medicines from Chernobyl

To improve appetite three times a day, half an hour before meals, it is useful to drink a teaspoon of wormwood wine. Medicinal wine is prepared from 3-5 tablespoons of chopped herbs and half a glass of 40% alcohol. The ingredients are mixed and left for 24 hours. Then add 1 liter of white wine and leave overnight. In the morning, strain and can be consumed.

Wormwood tincture retains all the healing properties of the herb. But most often this medicine is used for diseases of the digestive system. In particular, with diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion. Prepare the tincture as follows. Fill the bottle with young leaves of grass and add alcohol. Leave in a warm place for a week, then strain. The strength of the finished tincture can be reduced by adding water to it. For severe diarrhea, take this medicine one tablespoon every 3 hours. In other cases, it is enough to consume 1 tablespoon per day.

And here is another popular recipe for Chernobyl tincture, which herbalists advise drinking a tablespoon 2-3 times a day to cleanse the blood and for stomach upsets. In a vessel put 3 dry branches of wormwood, 5 St. John's wort inflorescences with leaves, 1 geranium leaf, 8 black pepper grains, 10 raisins, 10 g of green tea, 1 tablespoon of honey and a liter of vodka. Close the vessel, wrap it in cloth and place in a pan of hot water for 2 hours. Then the mixture is infused for a week, after which it is filtered through several layers of gauze.

Relief of menstrual pain

Wormwood helps to relax the uterus and relieve any cramping associated with it. There is also limited evidence that moxibustion can reduce both the frequency and severity of hot flashes associated with menopause.

Application in oncology

There is limited evidence that some types of mugwort may be effective in treating cancer. However, the results of a 2013 study show that California mugwort's cell-killing ability extends to both normal human cells and cancer cells. A 2021 review of numerous studies on moxibustion concluded that the technique helps reduce chemotherapy symptoms and improve quality of life. The study authors concluded that until more is known about the safety of this product, people should exercise while consuming California mugwort extracts, whether in tincture or tea form.

Cosmetology

Wormwood has also found a strong place in the cosmetic field (to support hair growth and skin rejuvenation).

Let's consider several use cases:

1. Lotion . Mix 1 tsp. tinctures with 300 ml of mineral water and 20 ml of almond oil. Strain and pour into a glass bottle. Wipe the skin of the face and neck with the composition in the morning and evening immediately after washing. The lotion moisturizes the skin, promotes deep cleansing of pores and prevents the appearance of wrinkles.
2. Ice cubes . The broth can be poured into ice molds and placed in the freezer for 3-4 hours. Wipe the skin of the face (especially around the eyes) with the resulting cubes every morning. The method effectively trains blood vessels, reduces swelling, and prevents the appearance of acne.
3. Cosmetic oil . 1 tbsp. l. ground fresh leaves pour 100 ml of linseed or olive oil. Leave for about 72 hours in a glass container at room temperature and out of sunlight. Strain. Add the product to creams (2-3 drops) for morning facial skin care. The oil allows you to rejuvenate and soften the skin, making it elastic and smooth.
4. Scrub mask . The method requires dried and crushed wormwood herb. First, you need to steam your face with a hot towel: moisten it in hot water and apply it to the skin of your forehead, cheeks and chin for 2-3 minutes. Wait 5 minutes and repeat the procedure. Then apply the herb to the skin with massage movements. Wormwood acts as a feeding abrasive. This type of cleansing removes dead cells and stimulates the renewal process.

When used correctly, the described cosmetics will help get rid of wrinkles and transform the skin.

Reviews

Recently I was diagnosed with worms, the doctor advised me to take a decoction of wormwood with cloves. I took this decoction for 14 days, then took repeated tests. It turned out that there were several times fewer parasites in the body. I will take a break of 2 weeks and again be treated with a herbal decoction.

Anna, 45 years old, St. Petersburg

I faced the problem of papillomas. A friend advised me to take wormwood tincture in cognac. After consulting with a doctor, I decided to experiment. The tincture tastes bitter, so I washed it down with water. After a week, the tumors became noticeably lighter and then disappeared completely.

Marina, 30 years old, Tula