✅ Hawthorn is famous not only for its super-hard wood, but also for its active use of fruits, flowers, leaves and branches of the plant in folk medicine.
❎ Moreover, hawthorn tincture is generally a medicinal product certified by the Ministry of Health, acceptable for use for therapeutic purposes.
In this article we will discuss the general effect of hawthorn on the cardiovascular system, as well as for which diseases it will be most effective.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
The fruits contain triterpene compounds, amino acids , carotene, flavonoids ( hyperoside , quercetin ), ascorbic acid , organic acids, microelements Cu , Mn , Fe , Zn , vitexin , fatty oil. The beneficial properties of hawthorn fruits include the ability to provide cardiotonic (toning the heart muscle and increasing its contractions, at the same time reducing excitability), sedative and antispasmodic effects, normalizing vascular tone and increasing blood circulation, which makes it possible to use it in the treatment of heart diseases. In addition, it exhibits a hypotensive effect and normalizes coagulation parameters. It was also found that hawthorn preparations improve the oxygen supply to brain neurons.
Cardiotonic and antispasmodic properties are due to the content of triterpene compounds and flavonoids . Triterpene compounds also have an antiatherosclerotic effect. Having high efficiency and low toxicity, the drugs are widely used in the treatment of many conditions, including in children. Indicated for vegetative neuroses, tachycardia , vascular atherosclerosis , high blood pressure, insomnia , and menopausal disorders. The drugs reduce the excitability of the central nervous system , but do not have a general inhibitory effect and increase the sensitivity of the heart muscle to cardiac glycosides.
Pharmacokinetics
No information available.
Is it possible to brew hawthorn?
When exposed to high temperatures, hawthorn does not lose its beneficial properties. Therefore, it is often used to make tea or infusion. The wide distribution of shrub fruits in alternative medicine is due to their rich composition. They contain large amounts of:
- vitamins;
- flavonoids;
- organic acids;
- tannins;
- fatty oils;
- minerals.
You can brew both hawthorn fruits and the leaf part. To get the maximum benefit from the decoction, you need to brew it correctly and prepare the raw materials.
It is important to pay special attention to picking and drying berries. Hawthorn is harvested from late September to early November. Experts recommend collecting immediately after the first frost. It is then that the concentration of nutrients in the berries increases. The collected fruits are dried in the oven at a temperature of 50-60°C. The berries are first laid out on a baking sheet in a thin layer. They are stirred periodically with a special spatula. Finished raw materials are stored in canvas bags or glass jars.
Attention! Hawthorn decoction should be brewed and consumed in accordance with the required dosage, having previously excluded the possibility of contraindications.
Hawthorn fruits, instructions for use (Method and dosage)
How to take hawthorn fruits? This depends on the form of release of the drug.
Ready-made hawthorn tincture is prescribed to adults, 20-30 drops up to 4 times a day. The drug is taken before meals. Treatment is prescribed for 25-30 days.
Children over 12 years old – 10 drops, diluted in 0.25 glasses of water, taken 3 times a day in the same course.
It must be remembered that the alcohol content in a single dose for adults is 0.45 g, and for children - 0.23 g. During treatment, you must be careful when driving.
Hawthorn fruit extract in tablets is used 1-2 tablets 3 times a day, dissolving in the mouth. The course of treatment is up to 1 month. A repeat course is prescribed by the doctor. For use in adults only.
An infusion of hawthorn fruits is prepared from packaged medicinal raw materials. To do this, take 1 tbsp. crushed fruits, pour a glass of boiling water. It is necessary to insist for 30-40 minutes. After filtering, take 30-50 ml 3 times a day before meals.
A decoction of hawthorn fruits can also be prepared independently: 1 tablespoon of fruits is poured into 1 glass of water, heated in a water bath for 15 minutes. After cooling, filter and bring the volume to 200 ml with water. Take 100 ml 2 times a day.
How to drink hawthorn decoction
Before drinking hawthorn infusion in a thermos, you should familiarize yourself with its benefits and harms. The drug must be taken strictly in the recommended amount, observing the intervals between doses. It is strictly forbidden to take the infusion on an empty stomach. To avoid colic and abdominal cramps, it is necessary to take medicinal tea warm, without washing it down with cold water.
The dosage regimen is determined by the nature of the disease. The daily dosage varies from 50 to 100 ml. The number of receptions is 3-4 times. The average duration of the treatment course is 5 weeks. After 3 months of taking the drink, you need to take a break of 7-10 days.
Analogs
Level 4 ATX code matches:
Vazonat
Phosphaden
Preductal
Meldonium
Angiosil Retard
Ranexa
Lily of the valley tincture
Neocardil
Rimecore
Triductane
ATF-Long
Hawthorn tincture
Triductan MV
Trimectal MV
Trimectal
Neoton
Predisin
Trimetazidine
Tivortin Aspartate
Metamax
Liquid extract and dry extract of hawthorn.
How it is useful for problems of the cardiovascular system
Hawthorn has gained popularity for helping with pathologies of the heart and blood vessels, especially in older people.
The culture is useful for heart failure, hypertension, tachycardia, angina pectoris, arrhythmia, weakness and fragility of blood vessels, conditions after heart attacks.
Medicines based on hawthorn prevent myocardial fatigue. By dilating blood vessels, they increase the volume of oxygen necessary to activate neural connections and normal functioning of the heart muscle.
Thanks to quercetin, the permeability of blood vessels decreases and their walls thicken. Moreover, in flowers the concentration of the substance is higher than in fruits. Berry juice normalizes high blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Attention! Regular use of hawthorn-based medications by older people supports cardiac function. Pulls back degenerative changes in the brain, which allows you to preserve mental functions and memory for many years/
Antioxidants in the composition inhibit intercellular oxidation processes, promote tissue regeneration, and prolong their youth.
Hawthorn facilitates ischemia and normalizes the rhythm of the heart muscle. The fruits reduce provoking factors such as insomnia, excessive nervous excitability, and stressful conditions.
Organic acids reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, and prevent the appearance of atherosclerosis. The vitamin-mineral complex is responsible for strengthening muscle tissue and its damage.
Reviews about Hawthorn Fruits
The use of hawthorn fruits is indicated for vegetative disorders, spasms of cerebral vessels accompanied by headaches , arrhythmias , nervousness and anxiety . Hawthorn fruits contain a large amount of magnesium, so its use for headaches and heart failure is justified. Hawthorn preparations are used independently and in combination with other herbs. So, it is part of the dietary supplement Morpheus , the collection Fitosedan , Antisress , Novo-Passit .
There are not many reviews about the drug. Those who have taken this drug note a calming effect, a decrease in tachycardia and arrhythmia . All patients had improved sleep and pain in the heart area disappeared.
- “... Prescribed for atrial fibrillation in addition to an antiarrhythmic drug. I took it for a month. It became much easier - there were no attacks for a month, the pressure dropped slightly, it became easier to breathe.”
- “... I was worried about attacks of paroxysmal tachycardia and they prescribed me a tincture. I drank for a month, then took a break and continued treatment with a decoction that I prepared myself, since I did not tolerate alcohol well, it seemed to me that it was stimulating.”
- “... I have an initial form of hypertension, a decoction of this plant, which I make myself, helps very well.”
- “... I took three courses of decoction. It helped a lot: shortness of breath, heartbeat decreased, blood pressure returned to normal. I noticed that my legs and arms, which were constantly cold, did not even begin to freeze.”
More often there are reports of the use of complex preparations of plant origin, which include the fruits of this plant.
Benefits of hawthorn decoction and contraindications
Hawthorn is a shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family. It grows in temperate and subtropical climates. The plant is divided into 1250 species, 40 of which are found in the CIS countries. The height of the bush varies from 5 to 12 m. Blood-red hawthorn has become especially widespread in official and alternative medicine.
Due to its properties, hawthorn decoction is widely used in folk medicine. The necessary therapeutic effect is achieved due to the content of microelements, vitamins, natural acids and flavonoids. Such a rich composition provides the following effects on the human body:
- improvement of oxygen metabolism;
- normalization of the nervous system;
- regulation of blood sugar levels;
- restoration of blood pressure;
- reducing the amount of bad cholesterol;
- improving the elasticity of vascular walls;
- stimulation of collagen synthesis;
- removal of toxins and heavy metal salts from the body;
- normalization of sleep;
- strengthening the immune system;
- relief from headaches.
Hawthorn decoction is considered an effective folk remedy that normalizes blood pressure levels. It also has a strengthening effect on the walls of blood vessels and prevents the formation of atherosclerotic plaques, which improves the permeability of the vascular cavity. In stressful situations, the decoction normalizes sleep and eliminates increased anxiety.
Many people try to brew hawthorn decoction during the period when influenza viruses are active. The substances present in the drink have a stimulating effect on human immunity. The effect and taste of the decoction are improved with honey. It is necessary to add it after the decoction has cooled so that honey does not lose its healing properties. Before brewing medicinal berries, you should consult your doctor. The remedy has a lot of contraindications, which include the following:
- low blood pressure;
- breastfeeding period;
- age up to 12 years;
- diseases of the digestive system in the acute stage;
- pregnancy.
Price of Hawthorn Fruits, where to buy
It is not difficult to purchase any medicinal forms of hawthorn at a pharmacy. The cost of hawthorn fruits in packs of 75 g ranges from 50-75 rubles, plant raw materials in filter bags have the same price. Hawthorn tincture can be purchased for 8-11 rubles, and lozenges for 170-185 rubles.
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Terms and conditions of storage of hawthorn decoction
Drink hawthorn brewed in a thermos or teapot, preferably in the first 2 days after preparation. Therefore, with long-term use, it is necessary to brew the decoction once every 1-2 days. Despite the fact that the raw materials can be stored for a whole year, the decoction is usable for only 72 hours. The optimal storage place is the refrigerator. At room temperature, the drink can be stored for no longer than 12 hours.
Comment! Hawthorn leaves and berries can be purchased at your local pharmacy, loose or in tea bag format.
Chemical composition
Fresh fruits contain:
- vitamins (ascorbic acid, tocopherols, K, PP) and carotenoids;
- minerals (magnesium, iron, aluminum, potassium, calcium, copper, cobalt, molybdenum, hydroxide, iodine, manganese);
- choline and acetylcholine;
- triterpene acids: oleanic acid – tones and enhances blood supply to the heart and brain;
- ursolova - has a wound-healing and anti-inflammatory effect;
- chlorogenic - normalizes kidney and liver function, has a choleretic effect.
- quercitrin – reduces the permeability of the vascular wall, improves the elasticity of capillaries. Antioxidant;
- hyperoside - improves myocardial contractility and cardiac output;
Contraindications
To ensure that after consuming hawthorn there are no side effects in the form of low blood pressure, intestinal spasms, heart rhythm disturbances, vomiting, consider contraindications. These include:
- hypotension;
- bradycardia;
- peptic ulcer;
- constipation;
- allergy.
Alcohol tinctures are not indicated for liver diseases. Women during pregnancy and breastfeeding are allowed aqueous forms of the product after consultation with a doctor. You cannot combine the use of hawthorn in any form with diuretics.
Beneficial features
Content
- Chemical composition of the product
- Beneficial features
- The benefits and harms of dry hawthorn
- Rules for brewing hawthorn
Teas and infusions made from dried hawthorn berries have incredible beneficial properties, including tonic, calming and rejuvenating effects on the body. The product perfectly supports the functioning of the cardiovascular and nervous systems. The product also perfectly lowers blood pressure and is recommended for use for skin diseases, menopause, heart disease, liver disease, increased fatigue, atherosclerosis, and insomnia.
In cooking, dried berries add a pleasant aroma and interesting flavor notes to dishes.
The product has: anti-stress, immunomodulatory, blood purifying, astringent, cleansing, sedative, hypocholesterol, vasodilator, antispasmodic, venotonic, cardiotonic, tonic, antioxidant, vitaminizing, antimicrobial, diuretic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, hypotensive beneficial properties.
