For many centuries, herbal tinctures have remained in the arsenal of medicines that can provide a significant therapeutic effect without harming health. Bittner's balm is one of these proven remedies. It harmoniously combines many extracts that have a complex therapeutic and restorative effect when taken orally, as well as disinfectant and healing when taken externally. And to learn more about the Bittner balm, about its beneficial properties, what is in its composition and how many degrees it contains, as well as for what diseases it is indicated and how to use it, it is worth reading the question in more detail.
What it is
Bittner Balm is a medicinal tincture based on alcohol with a strength of 40% with the addition of extracts of 27 plants. Depending on the severity of the disease, the drug can be used both as a primary and an auxiliary drug.
There are a lot of possible applications and it is difficult to list them, but we can outline the main directions. These are inflammatory and infectious diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract, oral cavity, gastrointestinal tract, liver, kidneys, pancreas and gall bladder, dermatology and healing of skin lesions.
Description of the drug
Bittner's balm can be purchased at almost any pharmacy. It doesn't cost very much. Moreover, it is much more effective than most modern medications. You can recognize it among other herbal medicines by the inscription on the packaging.
It should also be noted that this medication is a liquid (transparent) intended for oral administration as well as for external use. This product has a yellowish-brown color and a pleasant herbal aroma.
Beneficial features
They are determined by the active substances included in the composition. The following positive effects can be identified from the use of Bittner balm:
- Has a general strengthening effect on the body.
- Stimulates the functioning of the immune system.
- It has an antiviral and pronounced antimicrobial effect.
- Has an anti-inflammatory effect.
- Improves the tone of the central nervous system.
- Cleanses body tissues of accumulated toxins and radionuclides and has an antioxidant effect.
- Normalizes digestion and secretion of gastric juice, thereby increasing appetite. Strengthens and restores the tissues of the gastrointestinal tract and improves the flow of bile. Has an antiemetic effect.
- Normalizes the functioning of the genitourinary system.
- Normalizes the functioning of the cardiovascular system and has a cardiac stimulating effect.
- Improves the functioning of the respiratory system, stimulates expectoration and facilitates breathing during inflammatory processes.
- Improves metabolism, which helps normalize weight.
- Has an anthelmintic effect.
- It has an astringent and enveloping effect.
- Slightly tones and improves mood.
- It has an antiallergic and mild analgesic effect.
- Improves the regenerative abilities of the body and has a hemostatic effect.
Side effects and reviews about the drug
We suggest finding out what side effects Bittner's balm can cause. Reviews about this product are mostly positive. Patients claim that the mentioned drug helps improve immunity and improves well-being. As for local use, there are a lot of positive reviews that the medicinal balm quickly relieves existing itching and helps eliminate pain.
This product has virtually no side effects. However, some patients sometimes complain of minor allergic reactions.
Indications for use
27 The plants at its base determine a very wide range of diseases for which it can be used either as a primary therapeutic agent or as an auxiliary. The following specific cases of internal and external use of this drug can be identified:
- For complex therapy of diseases of the cardiovascular system, including atherosclerosis and neurocirculatory dystonia.
- For diseases of the digestive system: gastroduodenitis, chronic gastritis, hypokinetic biliary dyskinesia, cholecystocholangitis, chronic colitis, dysbacteriosis, flatulence and atonic constipation.
- For neurasthenia, stress, sleep disorders, conditions associated with physical or psycho-emotional overload.
- In case of secondary immune deficiency, including those developed as a result of radiotherapy.
- For rehabilitation in the postoperative period, after suffering infectious, colds and other diseases and injuries.
- For diseases of the respiratory system: bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and others.
- For type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- For dermatological diseases of an infectious or allergic nature.
- For open wounds and insect bites.
- For post-traumatic soft tissue pain, chronic inflammatory or degenerative joint diseases and osteochondrosis.
- To maintain health when living in places with increased background radiation or man-made environmental pollution.
- As a prophylactic against occupational diseases of employees of nuclear power plants or those associated with increased x-ray radiation.
Compound
The standard 40-degree Bittner balm, which can be bought in pharmacies, has a very complex composition, which contains extracts of plants such as:
- White ash sap.
- Rhizomes of Curcuma longa.
- Angelica officinalis roots.
- Yellow gentian roots.
- Nutmeg fruit.
- Roots of the stemless thorny plant.
- Licorice roots are naked.
- Rhizomes and roots of tall elecampane.
- Common centaury herb.
- Clove tree flowers.
- Rhizomes of real galangal.
- Curly thistle grass.
- Mace yarrow herb.
- Rhizomes of German iris.
- Common mullein flowers.
- Peel of bitter orange fruit.
- Rhizomes of calamus.
- Wormwood herb.
- Curacao orange fruit peel.
- Cubeba pepper fruits.
- The fruits of true star anise.
- Peel of sweet orange fruit.
- Leaves of watch trifoliate.
- Dried resinous myrrh gum.
- Theriac.
- Racemic camphor.
- Ethanol.
- Food coloring.
- Purified water.
Instructions for use
Depending on the specifics of the problem, there are several methods for taking Bittner's balm. In addition, if you have serious illnesses, you should consult your doctor, especially if you are already taking other medications. The following application options can be distinguished:
- As a preventative measure to strengthen the cardiovascular system, it is recommended to take the drug for 30 days, 2 teaspoons twice a day before eating.
- To stimulate the immune system, it is recommended to take Bittner balm for 21 days, 2 dessert spoons four times a day before meals.
- To regenerate the body after radiotherapy, the tincture is taken for 90 days, 2 teaspoons diluted in 100 ml of tea, three times a day.
- To relieve pain and relieve inflammation in joint diseases, the liquid is rubbed in a circular massage motion into the painful area. To enhance the therapeutic effect over rubbing, it is advisable to apply a warm compress or bandage.
- To relieve the inflammatory process after an insect bite, wipe the inflamed area and the area around it with a cotton swab dipped in the tincture.
- A solution is prepared for rinsing the mouth for diseases localized in it. Three teaspoons of medicine are added to a glass filled with water. Rinsing must be done three times a day for 5 days.
These instructions for using the Bittner balm are not exhaustive, but only show possible options for use. In total, the drug is used to treat many ailments, and to find out the correct method of administration, in a particular case it is worth consulting with a doctor.
Contraindications
The active substances included in the Bittner balm, including alcohol, in addition to a wide range of positive effects, also impose their own restrictions on its use. The following features can be identified in which it is prohibited to use this medicine:
- Diseases of the gallbladder and obstructive diseases of the biliary tract.
- Liver diseases such as cirrhosis or kidney failure.
- Kidney disease, such as kidney failure.
- Pancreatitis.
- Brain diseases and traumatic brain injuries.
- The period of gestation and breastfeeding.
- Children's age up to 12 years.
- Alcoholism.
- Individual intolerance to the components included in the composition.
- For external use: Skin diseases, open wounds and other injuries, skin irritations, such as urticaria.
Warning
Bittner's balm, the price of which varies between 450 rubles per 250 ml, taken on an empty stomach, can cause mild heartburn or discomfort in the stomach and esophagus. If this phenomenon occurs, then it is better to use the drug 60 minutes after eating.
It should also be noted that it is highly not recommended to apply undiluted product to open wounds. This is due to the fact that alcohol can cauterize them, as a result of which the patient will experience very strong discomfort.
Can it be consumed internally as alcohol?
Due to the huge amount of active substances, taking the tincture in dosages exceeding therapeutic ones - one or two teaspoons at a time - can lead to problems with the kidneys. Therefore, it is strictly not recommended to use it as table alcohol . However, no cases of direct overdose – intoxication – have been identified to date.
Similar products
In addition to Bittner balm, there are analogues on sale that also contain various plant extracts diluted in ethyl alcohol.
- “Riga Balsam” is an alcohol tincture from Latvia, which includes 24 natural ingredients. It can be used as a preventive or therapeutic agent; due to its excellent organoleptic qualities, it is often used as an additive to tea, coffee or cocktails.
- —Balm “Bugulma”— is an alcohol tincture containing 30 ingredients, 24 of which are medicinal. It is the hallmark of Tatarstan, has a pleasant taste and can be used as an additive to various drinks.
- Other domestic products with similar qualities are “Karelian” and “Ussuriysky” balms.
Bittner balm is a proven and effective therapeutic and preventive remedy. Its high popularity is associated both with a wide range of positive effects on various body systems, and with the complete harmlessness of its use. Herbal tinctures have been and remain a good addition in the treatment of serious illnesses, and can also act as the main remedy for minor ailments.
special instructions
The drug in undiluted form should not be applied to open wounds, since there is a possibility of a local cauterizing effect of alcohol.
The use of Bittner on an empty stomach with a high level of basal secretion of gastric juice can cause discomfort and heartburn. In this case, it is recommended to take the drug 1 hour after eating.
You cannot combine the balm with medications that do not require the use of alcoholic beverages.
Bittner is available from pharmacies without a doctor's prescription.
