Propolis tincture, Lviv region.

Clear liquid dark brown in color, with a specific smell and bitter taste, when tested on the tongue it has an anesthetic effect, during storage, precipitation may occur.
Preparation: add 100 g of medical alcohol 96% or 70% and crushed propolis to a glass container made of dark glass. The amount of propolis is determined depending on what kind of tincture we want to get. Usually, in practice, a 5% to 30% solution is used, depending on the nature of the pathology and individual characteristics of the body. Most often, a 10%-15% tincture is used. So, there should be 10-15 g per 100 g of solution. propolis Put the jar in a dark place for 2 weeks at room temperature. After the expiration date, filter and store in a dark place. The main properties of propolis. Its bacteriostatic properties are comparable to those of the strongest antibiotics. Numerous flavonoids (contained in propolis) and a high concentration of aromatic molecules in it ensure its antibacterial activity and form the main group of compounds that determine its therapeutic effects. The composition of propolis includes: more than 300 different organic and mineral substances (especially effective flavonoids and all vital amino acids, aromatic components (caffeic, salicylic and benzoic acids), essential oils, tannins, vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, C and E) and trace elements (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, aluminum, selenium, silicon, iron...), as well as plant resinous substances,pollen, perga
Properties :
Antimicrobial;
Anti-inflammatory;
Normalizes metabolism;
Accelerates the process of tissue regeneration;
Early healing;
Deodorizing;
Antitoxic;
Stimulates exchange processes;
Reduces blood clotting;
Removes vascular spasm;
Antioxidant;
Increases the body's protective reactions.
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Contraindications:
Individual intolerance to any of the components of the drug;
Allergic reactions toproducts of beekeeping (reactions in the form of burning, itching, swelling, as well as headache, weakness, increase in temperature.). There are cases of severe allergic manifestations that require urgent medical attention;
It is contraindicated for people suffering from acute eczema, pollinosis, atonic bronchial asthma, urticaria, allergic rhinitis, dermatitis, diathesis;
Bleeding from affected areas of the skin or mucous membranes;
Propolis does not interfere with taking medication, unless, of course, the medication and tincture are not combined. At least two hours should pass between taking the medicine and propolis;
Usage :
Propolis tincture is intended exclusively for local use.
Not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Exception: do not apply to the breast area during breastfeeding.
It does not affect the reaction speed when driving a motor vehicle or working with other mechanisms.
Locally for wounds, skin burns and inflammatory processes of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, gums (stomatitis, gingivitis, periodontitis); throat (pharyngitis); tonsils (tonsillitis); ear (otitis) and paranasal sinuses (sinusitis).
In case of injuries, the affected areas of the skin are lubricated with tincture 2-3 times a day.
In case of otitis, after cleansing, a soaked cotton swab is inserted into the external auditory canal or 1-2 drops of the drug are instilled 3-4 times/day.
With pharyngitis or tonsillitis, the mucous membranes of the pharynx and tonsils are lubricated with propolis tincture 2-3 times a day or irrigation is carried out with an aqueous solution of the drug (the tincture is diluted with warm water in a ratio of 1:20).
Paranasal sinuses are washed with a mixture of tincture and physiological solution (0.9% sodium chloride solution) in a ratio of 1:10, the duration of the treatment course is usually 4 days.
In case of periodontal disease, soaked cotton swabs are inserted into the periodontal cavities.
When rinsing the oral cavity with injuries and damage to the mucous membrane, dissolve 30-40 drops of propolis tincture in 100 ml of warm water.