We hear the word "immunity" all the time, especially when it comes to seasonal illnesses. What is the human immune system and how does it work?
This is one of the systems of the human body that regulates the body's defense response to the penetration of viruses, microbes and other infectious agents into it. It is believed that immunity needs proper correction. Immunity decreases in the autumn-winter period, especially in big cities where not everything is in order with the environment. Reduced production immunocompetent cells manifested by frequent morbidity. We are talking about the immunodeficiency state of a person.
Accordingly, to correct this condition, there are drugs such as immunostimulants and immunomodulators.
What is the difference between immunomodulators and immunostimulants?
Immunostimulants, stimulate the production of certain cellular links, force immune system work more efficiently. With the correct prescription and administration, the drug helps to cope with the disease, the treatment is faster, without complications. In some, especially severe cases, even babies and pregnant women cannot do without them. But it should be remembered that for some diseases, immunostimulating drugs cannot be used. These are disorders of the immune system and exacerbations chronic pathologies... Also, immunostimulant drugs can cause an allergic reaction, intolerance to any substances.
In what cases are immunostimulant drugs prescribed?
The list of indications for admission is quite extensive, here is some of them:
But, there is back side medals: immunity cannot be stimulated indefinitely... You cannot force the body to give up the last reserves of immunity that exist "in reserve", this is dangerous. Self-medication can lead to the opposite effect - weakening of immunity, the emergence of dependence on drugs immunostimulants, the inability to cope with the disease without them. Therefore, these drugs should be used as indicated and as directed by a physician. This is especially true for children whose immunity is just being formed.
Immunomodulating drugs- they balance the work of the entire immune system, change its work depending on which of its components should be strengthened and which should be lowered. In some cases, when a person's immunity works against the person himself (these diseases are called autoimmune), they are prescribed to reduce immunity.
Who is prescribed immunomodulators?
Immunomodulators are often prescribed for the treatment of indolent diseases such as chronic rhinitis, complex forms of flu in the composition complex therapy.
- children with fragile immunity,
- elderly people with a weakened immune system,
- people with a busy rhythm of life.
The list of immunomodulators is quite large, they can be classified according to origin:
There is a large number of natural immunomodulators
natural origin. Since ancient times, people have used them in recipes. traditional medicine, and quite successfully. These are well-known products: honey, cranberries, onions, garlic, ginger. Herbs: echinacea, lemongrass, nettle. The list is very long, each locality grows its own immunomodulators. The most delicious and sweet natural immunomodulator is honey. It is a natural storehouse of trace elements and minerals that can be consumed by everyone, both children and adults. The only contraindication may be an allergy to a sweet treat.
There is one significant difference from dosage forms: herbal preparations are less effective than industrially produced ones, as a rule, have a cumulative effect. But they also act softly, without harm to health.
The prophylactic use of herbal immunomodulators helps the body resist ARVI, influenza, and strengthens the body's defenses. Echinacea and eleutheraccoc deserve special attention.
On the basis of echinacea, the drugs Immunal, Immunorm are produced. It is taken in courses lasting one month three times a year. Can be given to children.
Eleutherococcus tincture is a unique natural immunostimulating drug. In addition to stimulating immunity, it restores nervous system, physical and mental activity.
In addition, there is a group herbal preparations, a narrow spectrum of action, possessing both powerful immunostimulating and immunosuppressive effects. These are herbs like a yellow pod, licorice, milky white iris, licorice and others. They can be used only under the strict supervision of an immunologist and according to his prescription.
There is also a classification of immunomodulators by the time of their creation: drugs of the first, second, third, fourth generations. Drugs last generation: "Kagocel", "Polyoxidonium", "Immunomax", "Sellecept", "Sandimmun", "Transfer Factor". All of them, with the exception of Transfer Factor, are used only as prescribed by a doctor, since they have a narrow spectrum of action.
Transfer Factor drug does not have side effects and contraindications, is the most modern immunomodulator. It is made from bovine colostrum. It is used both for preventive purposes and in the treatment of all kinds of diseases. Can be used by both adults and children.
Conclusion
In the medical community today there is no consensus about what is more harm or benefit from immunomodulators and immunostimulants. They can be bought abroad only with a doctor's prescription, in our country they are sold freely in any pharmacy.
Thus, the difference between immunostimulants and immunomodulators exists, but not so great. The main thing to remember is that most of them can be use only as directed and under the supervision of a physician. The intake of natural immunomodulators and immunostimulants does not need strict control.
There are a number of drugs ( immunomodulators ) containing both synthesized and natural natural substances that increase the strength of the immune system. Herbal preparations are beneficial in that they are capable of producing quite significant effects and, when used correctly, are completely safe. In addition, the dosage of many herbal preparations can be easily adjusted according to how you feel. And you should not unnecessarily spur immunity.
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus).
This wild variety asparagusa is considered the feminine equivalent of ashwagandha in the sense that it supports the nourishing, receptive, creative, feminine energy that both women and men possess. Shatavari in translation means "able to keep a hundred husbands." It is a classic tonic with a number of indications including relieving premenstrual symptoms in women, increasing milk production in nursing mothers, and smoothing the transition through menopause. Scientific data on this herb are very limited, with attention focused mainly on its traditional role in the regulation stomach disorders and improving lactation. Although shatavari is most commonly recommended for women, the herb is also a good tonic for men. Like ahwagandha, it is usually taken with hot milk, sweetened honey, or unrefined sugar.
If you add a mixture of these two herbs, a teaspoon each, a pinch of saffron and a little honey to hot milk, you get a wonderful tonic drink for both men and women. traditional remedy to strengthen the immune system and restore ojas. It is a part of "CHAVANPRASH".
Aloe vera. 
Evergreen, relative of lilies and onions. Use interior thick leaves, which are composed of rind, juice and pulp. Bio complex active substances contained in aloe, promotes cell renewal and rejuvenation. The rejuvenating effect is also associated with the plant's ability to stimulate the immune system. Aloe also increases cardiac output, provides anti-inflammatory, light bactericidal, laxative and choleretic effect.
The ancient Egyptians called this plant “the plant of immortality”. The active ingredients of aloe vera are able to sufficiently strengthen the immune system. Some of the recent research on aloe vera points to medicinal properties this plant against viral infections and cancer. Aloe vera supplements are often prescribed for intestinal toxicity, and research shows they may help treat ulcers, asthma and diabetes.
Thyme (thyme, or Bogorodskaya herb). 
It grows (depending on the type and variety) on dry slopes, pine forests or in the steppes, on sandy soils, in dry pine forests, on the borders, hills, forest glades. Distributed everywhere. The plant is very popular among the people, especially among the Slavs. Thyme - immunomodulator, shortens the time and effectiveness of treatment serious illnesses(tuberculosis, hepatitis, etc.), reduces painful symptoms for infectious diseases gastrointestinal tract and other systems, normalizes stool, relieves diarrhea, is effective in diseases accompanied by bleeding, normalizes blood pressure with hypertension, normalizes the tone of the vascular wall.
Hawthorn flowers.
The flowers of this plant have a number of unique properties... The most important of them is the ability to rejuvenate the brain (the content of acetylcholine increases, the absorption of glucose, oxygen, etc. by the brain improves). Since it is the brain that regulates the basic metabolic processes in human body, then by rejuvenating our brain, we rejuvenate the whole body.
Hawthorn flower extract, in addition, activates peripheral blood circulation, increases the supply of oxygen to tissues and organs (brain, heart, etc.), has an antioxidant effect, helps to maintain normal pressure blood, helps to improve memory, thinking and mood.
Navar of 3 tablespoons of flowers for 3 cups of boiling water, 1 glass three times a day is taken for heart disease, especially during a cold or severe nervous shocks(given to children in correspondingly reduced doses), with dizziness and “shock” (rush of blood to the head, with the so-called “freezing” of the head), with suffocation caused by heart ailments, with neurosis of the heart, with the onset of menopause.
Rose hip. 
The fruit pulp accumulates 1.4 - 5.5 (up to 14)% of vitamin C, which has an important physiological significance for the body, in particular, strengthening the immune system and increasing its resistance to infectious diseases. In terms of vitamin C content, rose hips are unmatched in nature. They also contain a lot of vitamin P (up to 2.5%) and provitamin A (up to 0.17%), slightly less vitamins B, B, E, K. In seed oil (nuts) - about 0.3% of vitamin E. At home, vitamin infusions and decoctions are prepared from the fruits.
Ginseng. 
Perennial herbaceous plant of the Araliev family. Usually roots are used, which contain a whole complex of biologically active substances. Like all adaptogens, ginseng helps the body adapt to all adverse environmental influences. It enhances immunity, stimulates the production of hormones, activates respiration and heart function, relieves fatigue, increases efficiency, harmonizes metabolism in the body, increases the activity of macrophages and leukocytes.
However, when using ginseng, keep in mind that its tonic effect can create problems with falling asleep in the evenings. Possible contraindication for the use of ginseng, severe hypertension, epilepsy can serve.
Immunomodulators - group pharmacological preparations, activating the body's immunological defense at the cellular or humoral level. These medicines stimulate the immune system and increase nonspecific resistance organism.
major organs of the human immune system
Immunity is a unique system of the human body, capable of destroying foreign substances and in need of correct correction. Normally, immunocompetent cells are produced in response to the introduction of pathogenic biological agents into the body - viruses, microbes and other infectious agents. Immunodeficiency states are characterized by a reduced production of these cells and are manifested by frequent morbidity. Immunomodulators - special drugs, united by a common name and a similar mechanism of action, used to prevent various ailments and strengthening the immune system.
Currently, the pharmaceutical industry produces great amount agents that have an immunostimulating, immunomodulatory, immunocorrective and immunosuppressive effect. They are freely sold in the pharmacy chain. Most of them have side effects and negative effects on the body. Before purchasing such medicines, you should consult with your doctor.
- Immunostimulants strengthen human immunity, ensure a more efficient functioning of the immune system and provoke the production of protective cellular links. Immunostimulants are harmless for people without immune system disorders and exacerbations of chronic pathologies.
- Immunomodulators correct the balance of immunocompetent cells when autoimmune diseases and balance all components of the immune system, suppressing or increasing their activity.
- Immunocorrectors affect only certain structures of the immune system, normalizing their activity.
- Immunosuppressants suppress the production of links of immunity in cases where its hyperactivity harms the human body.
Self-medication and inadequate medication can lead to the development of autoimmune pathology, at the same time, the body begins to perceive its own cells as strangers and fight with them. Immunostimulants should be taken according to strict indications and as directed by the attending physician. This is especially true for children, because their immune system is fully formed only by the age of 14.
But in some cases, you simply cannot do without taking drugs of this group. At serious illnesses with high risk development serious complications taking immunostimulants is justified even in babies and pregnant women. Most immunomodulators are low-toxic and quite effective.
The use of immunostimulants
Preliminary immunocorrection is aimed at eliminating the underlying pathology without the use of basic therapy drugs. It is prescribed for people with kidney disease, digestive system, rheumatism, in preparation for surgical interventions.
Diseases for which immunostimulants are used:
- Congenital immunodeficiency
- Malignant neoplasms
- Inflammations of viral and bacterial etiology,
- Mycoses and protozoses,
- Helminthiasis,
- Renal and hepatic pathology,
- Endocrinopathology - diabetes and other metabolic disorders,
- Immunosuppression while taking some medicines- cytostatics, glucorticosteroids, NSAIDs, antibiotics, antidepressants, anticoagulants,
- Immunodeficiency due to ionizing radiation, excessive alcohol intake, severe stress,
- Allergy,
- Conditions after transplantation,
- Secondary post-traumatic and post-intoxication immunodeficiency states.
Signs of immune deficiency - absolute reading to the use of immunostimulants in children. The best immunomodulator for children can only be found by a pediatrician.
Persons who are most often prescribed immunomodulators:
- Children with fragile immunity,
- Elderly people with a weakened immune system
- People with a busy pace of life.
Treatment with immunomodulators should be under the supervision of a physician and immunological research blood.
Classification
The list of modern immunomodulators today is very large. Depending on the origin, immunostimulants are isolated:
Self-administration of immunostimulants is rarely justified. Usually they are used as an adjunct to the main treatment of pathology. The choice of the drug is determined by the characteristics of the immunological disorders in the patient's body. The effectiveness of drugs is considered to be maximum during an exacerbation of pathology. The duration of therapy usually ranges from 1 to 9 months. The use of adequate doses of the drug and the correct adherence to the treatment regimen allows immunostimulants to fully realize their therapeutic effects.
Some probiotics, cytostatics, hormones, vitamins, antibacterial drugs, immunoglobulins.
Synthetic immunostimulants
Synthetic adaptogens have an immunostimulating effect on the body and increase its resistance to adverse factors. The main representatives of this group are "Dibazol" and "Bemitil". Due to the pronounced immunostimulating activity, the drugs have an antiasthenic effect and help the body to quickly recover after a long stay in extreme conditions.
For frequent and protracted infections with prophylactic and therapeutic purpose combine the reception of "Dibazol" with "Levamisole" or "Dekamevit".
Endogenous immunostimulants
This group includes preparations of thymus, red bone marrow and placenta.
Thymic peptides are produced by thymic cells and regulate the immune system. They alter the function of T-lymphocytes and restore the balance of their subpopulations. After the use of endogenous immunostimulants, the number of cells in the blood is normalized, which indicates their pronounced immunomodulatory effect. Endogenous immunostimulants enhance the production of interferons and increase the activity of immunocompetent cells.
- Timalin has an immunomodulatory effect, activates regeneration and repair processes. It stimulates cellular immunity and phagocytosis, normalizes the number of lymphocytes, increases the secretion of interferons, restores immunological reactivity. This drug is used to treat immunodeficiency conditions that have developed against the background of acute and chronic infections, destructive processes.
- "Imunofan"- a drug widely used in cases where the human immune system cannot independently resist the disease and requires pharmacological support. It stimulates the immune system, removes toxins and free radicals from the body, and has a hepatoprotective effect.
Interferons
Interferons increase the nonspecific resistance of the human body and protect it from viral, bacterial or other antigenic attacks. Most effective drugs that have a similar effect are Cycloferon, Viferon, Anaferon, Arbidol... They contain synthesized proteins that push the body to produce its own interferons.
Naturally occurring drugs include leukocyte human interferon.
Long-term use of drugs of this group minimizes their effectiveness, inhibits a person's own immunity, which ceases to function actively. Inadequate and too long use of them has Negative influence on the immunity of adults and children.
In combination with other drugs, interferons are prescribed to patients with viral infections, papillomatosis of the larynx, cancer. They are used intranasally, orally, intramuscularly and intravenously.
Microbial preparations
Medicines of this group have a direct effect on the monocytic-macrophage system. The activated blood cells begin to produce cytokines that trigger innate and acquired immune responses. The main task of these drugs is to remove pathogenic microbes from the body.
Plant adaptogens
Herbal adaptogens include extracts of Echinacea, Eleutherococcus, Ginseng, Schizandra. These are "mild" immunostimulants widely used in clinical practice... Drugs from this group are prescribed to patients with immunodeficiency without preliminary immunological examination. Adaptogens start the work of enzyme systems and biosynthetic processes, activate the nonspecific resistance of the organism.
The use of plant adapagens with preventive purpose reduces the incidence of acute respiratory viral infections and, resists the development of radiation sickness, weakens the toxic effect of cytostatics.
For the prevention of a number of diseases, as well as for a speedy recovery, patients are recommended to drink daily ginger tea or cinnamon tea, take black peppercorns.
Video: about immunity - School of Doctor Komarovsky
Immunostimulating agents are designed to regulate the body's defenses. Due to a number of diseases, human immunity does not work properly and does not fulfill all its functions.
To help the self-healing of the body's immune system, these drugs have been invented. Many of the immunomodulatory agents have an antiviral effect, and most often they are prescribed when a person is sick with ARVI several times a year.
It should be noted that medical practitioners treat immunomodulators differently. Some see a lot in them, while others consider their use useless. There are also different opinions among patients. To evaluate these drugs, let's look at the most popular immunomodulatory drugs today.
Effective immunomodulatory agents
Likopid
The drug is used in complex treatment regimens for patients. The main indications for its use are: viral hepatitis, herpes, various secondary immunodeficiencies, purulent-inflammatory processes, tuberculosis, psoriasis and others.
The medicine has a powerful effect, therefore it is indicated for both treatment and prevention. Likopid has cytotoxic activity, exhibits bactericidal properties, promotes resorption of small neoplasms.
- The drug is available in tablets. The course of treatment depends on the severity of the course of the disease.
- In pediatric practice, lycopid is recommended for use from the age of three. In some cases, under the supervision of a physician, the drug can be used for a child from one year of age.
- In pediatrics, only one dose is allowed - 1 mg per day. For adults, the dose of the drug can vary, reaching up to 20 mg per day.
Pregnancy and lactation are contraindications for use.
The price of lycopid (tablets 1mg No. 10) is within 230 rubles. For a dosage of 10 mg No. 10, you will have to fork out more, the cost for such a lycopid will be about 1,700 rubles.
Immunal
Echinacea is a part of the immunal. The plant has antiviral, antibacterial, regenerating and anti-inflammatory effects.
Immunal is prescribed for influenza, ARVI, herpes, gynecological problems, secondary immunodeficiencies... In minimal doses, it is used to maintain normal work immunity.
Contraindications to the use of immunal are:
- tubinfection,
- rheumatoid arthritis,
- leukemia,
- allergic reactions,
- various systemic pathologies.
During gestation and lactation, the drug is permissible in extreme cases.
Immunal is released in tablets, drops, powder, solution. The required form for treatment or prevention, a doctor selects.
The price for immunal (Slovenia) in tablets (No. 20) is 300-350 rubles.
For the smallest patients, drops are offered (from 12 months). Tablets are recommended no earlier than 4 years of age. Some pediatricians believe that it is preferable to use tablets of immunostimulants only after 12 years of age. Dosing of the drug is performed according to the instructions.
Kagocel
The drug has antiviral and immunomodulatory effects. Kagocel resembles interferon in its action. It is used to treat ARVI and herpes. Recommended for use from the age of three. Plus Kagocel - the lowest possible side effects (individual intolerance and allergic reactions).
Depending on age and disease, the dose of the drug varies.
Kagocel (Russia) is available in tablets. The price per package (No. 10) is 260 rubles on average. The course of treatment usually requires 10-18 tablets. Herpes treatment will cost more, about 780 rubles.
Viferon
This drug works in a complex manner. Active substance- human recombinant interferon alpha-2. The tool has following properties: immunomodulatory, protective, antiviral, antiproliferative.
The range of application for Viferon is quite diverse. These are ARVI, viral lesions of mucous and skin surfaces, stenosing laryngotracheobronchitis (in complex therapy), herpes, viral hepatitis, HIV, bronchial asthma, other.
Viferon has also found wide application in pediatrics. It is used even in newborns and premature babies.
Depending on the form of the drug, the dose of Viferon has its own characteristics. For example, suppositories are used 1-2 times a day, and the gel up to 5 times a day.
The price for Viferon is as follows:
- gel 36000ME / ml 10ml costs about 180 rubles;
- suppositories 1000000ME (No. 10) - 520 rubles;
- ointment 40000ME / g 12g - 180 rubles.
In principle, Viferon can be attributed to inexpensive drugs making it popular with patients.
Amiksin
This drug, like many drugs with antiviral and immunomodulatory properties, is an inducer of interferon synthesis. It is used for liver diseases, acute respiratory viral infections, tuberculosis and other diseases. It is noticed that amiksin is useful for urological, gynecological and neuroinfections.
The dosage of the drug is determined only by the doctor, because amiksin, depending on the day of therapy, is prescribed in different ways.
Amiksin has few side effects: allergic reactions, chills, diarrhea.
In pediatrics, the drug is used only from the age of seven. Pregnant women and persons with individual intolerance to the composition of amiksin are not prescribed the drug.
Available in 60 or 125 mg tablets. The price of tablets (60 mg, No. 10) is 550 rubles.
Cycloferon
The drug is an inducer of endogenous interferon. Shows antiviral, immunomodulatory, antitumor, anti-inflammatory effect. Cycloferon reduces the content of carcinogens in the blood, and also helps to slow down metastatic processes with malignant neoplasms.
The effectiveness of cycloferon has been proven for hepatitis, HIV, ARVI, herpes, enteroviruses, chlamydia, tick-borne encephalitis and other infections. At systemic diseases cycloferon exhibits a moderate analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.
The method of application depends on the severity infectious process(you should follow the instructions for use).
Contraindications - individual intolerance, allergies, pregnancy, lactation and liver cirrhosis. In pediatrics, the drug is used from 4 years old.
Cycloferon is available in tablets, liniment and injection. The price, respectively, is 190 rubles (10 tablets), liniment - 105 rubles, ampoules (5 pieces) - 330 rubles.
Timogen
The drug belongs to the means, correcting and stimulating the immune system.
The basis of thymogen is glutamine tryptophan. Immunodeficiency states - indications for appointment this tool. Special contraindications and no side effects were found.
Thymogen has three dosage forms: aerosol, solution for injection, cream for external use.
The price of the drug depends on dosage form... Solution for injection 0.01% 1ml No. 5 costs about 330 rubles. The price of a cream for external use 0.05% 30g ranges from 270 to 330 rubles. An aerosol of 0.025% 10 ml costs about 310 rubles.
Derinat
This drug has established itself as a powerful immunomodulator. The range of its application is huge. These are oncological processes chronic diseases Gastrointestinal tract, cardiac pathologies, tubinfection, gynecological and urological infections.
Derinat activates all links of immunity, and also stimulates regenerative processes. Thanks to derinat, tissue regeneration proceeds faster, therefore, the agent in question is prescribed for the treatment of burns and ulcerative processes on the skin.
Against the background of taking Derinat, dystrophic problems with eye diseases are quickly eliminated.
A big plus of this remedy is the possibility of its use from the first days of a child's life, when many drugs are contraindicated.
Derinat is available in solution for injection or solution for local and external use.
The course of treatment depends on the disease and can range from 5 to 45 days. In any case, treatment with Derinat is not independently carried out.
Solution 0.25% 10ml for topical application costs about 300 rubles, solution for injections 1.5% 5ml No. 5 - 2000 rubles.
Anaferon
The effectiveness of anaferon is seen in ARVI, bronchopulmonary pathologies, herpes infection, as well as other diseases caused by viral agents. Anaferon is safe homeopathic medicine with high antiviral protection. Bacteria, like viruses, also lose their strength due to the "work" of anaferon. Diseases with chronic immunodeficiency are a direct prescription for this drug.
Like another immunomodulator, anaferon should not be used during gestation, but if necessary, it can be used in the second and third trimester of pregnancy. This is due to the fact that after the 12th week of pregnancy, the fetus is already more protected. The embryonic period has passed, the placenta has become thicker, and future baby began to gain more body weight.
In pediatrics, anaferon is used once a day. Typically, the course of treatment lasts a week. The pharmacy chain sells children's anaferon(in drops and tablets). The form of the drug for the therapy is selected by the doctor.
The price of anaferon for children and adults in lozenges (20 pieces) is about 200 rubles, in drops (25 ml) a little more expensive - 250-300 rubles.
Cheap analogues of Anaferon - a list.
Lizobact
The drug is popular in otolaryngology and dentistry. It is based on two active ingredient- lysozyme and vitamin B6. The first fights infection, the second protects the mucous membrane. Despite the fact that lysobact is an antiseptic, its effectiveness in the fight against viruses has been confirmed more than once. The immunomodulatory effect of lysobact is weak, so it can be safely used during gestation and lactation.
Lizobact is prescribed for infections and inflammation of the pharyngeal space, stomatitis, gingivitis, aphthous ulceration, and herpes.
Side effects while taking lysobact are extremely rare. Only mild allergic reactions are possible.
The course of treatment lasts about 8 days. The tablets dissolve slowly under the tongue (sublingually). It is advisable to keep the dissolved mass under the tongue for as long as possible, and refrain from eating food and water for several hours.
Tablets are used from 3 to 8 pieces per day. Children from 3 to 7 years old are shown three times intake of 1 tablet. For adults, the following dosage is recommended - 2 tablets 4 times a day.
The price of lysobact (Bosnia and Herzegovina) No. 10 is 250-320 rubles.
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Conclusion
Analyzing our article, it is easy to see that many drugs have a lot in common. This is especially true for indications for use. To date, there is still a lot of controversy regarding the use of immunomodulators. There are opinions that the body itself is able to recover, and immunomodulators act only as a placebo.
Spring is the time when our immunity is especially vulnerable. The body is exhausted by the test of cold and colds, and there is still no sufficient support in the form of fresh herbs and vegetables. Support your immune system with natural immune stimulants and adaptogens: Eleutherococcus, Ginseng, Elecampane, Echinacea and Rhodiola Rosea.
In the spring, when everything is blooming and rampant, we often feel weak and powerless. During this period, the defenses of our body are exhausted to the limit. The body's immune system took care of us all winter and fought viruses during spring colds. Now it's time for us to take care of our own immunity. Wellness the immune system is worth supporting herbal remedies, which are natural immunostimulants and adaptogens. Ginseng, Eleutherococcus, elecampane, Rhodiola rosea and Echinacea have proven themselves as such. They are usually taken in the form alcohol tincture: 1 drop per 2 kg of body three times daily before meals. All these drugs, except for echinacea, are used for prophylaxis; during an exacerbation, they cannot be taken.
Natural Immunostimulants - Eleutherococcus
Eleutherococcus has a stimulating and restorative action... It increases the level of hemoglobin in the blood, physical and mental stability, improves the body's adaptation to life stress.
Ginseng
Ginseng improves performance and disease resistance and negative impacts environment... In a weakened body, it stimulates, tones and activates hidden reserves. It will be a good helper for hypotension and neurasthenia, vegetative neuroses and depressive conditions typical for the off-season.
Elecampane high
Elecampane high (root) strengthens the immune system, enhances metabolism and helps the body to resist negative external influences.
How to take: 2 tbsp. tablespoons of chopped elecampane root pour 1 cup boiling water, boil for 10 minutes and leave for 4 hours. Strain before use. Drink 1 tbsp. spoon 3-4 times a day for 30 minutes. before meals.
Rhodiola rosea
Natural immunostimulant Rhodiola rosea (golden root) is considered the best remedy from fatigue and exhaustion. Rhodiola literally brings a person back to life, stimulates his mental activity. It is an excellent tonic and natural energetic. Rhodiola is indispensable for vegetative-vascular dystonia: it returns pressure to normal, improves mood, relieves heaviness in the head, and restores strength. Also the golden root is excellent remedy prevention in cardiovascular diseases, lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, periodontal disease, tonsillitis, tonsillitis and other infections.
Echinacea
Echinacea purpurea is an excellent remedy for enhancing immunity and a natural antibiotic. Stimulates the immune system, has an antiseptic and diaphoretic effect, heals inflammatory and infectious diseases such as tonsillitis, flu, hepatitis, arthritis, prostatitis. Echinacea improves tissue repair, so it can treat wounds, boils and any skin inflammation - psoriasis, eczema and others. The power of echinacea will be effective even against depression.
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