Eucalyptus is a tree of the myrtle family, which can grow to a height of one hundred meters. Under natural conditions, it grows in Australia, and artificially planted it in the southern latitudes of the Crimea, Africa, Moldova, the Caucasus, America, Indonesia, New Zealand. The most valuable part of this tree is the leaves collected in September. They include an essential oil with a bitter-spicy aroma, tannins, volatile, organic resin. Let us consider in more detail what the leaves of eucalyptus are, their use for medicinal purposes.
The benefits of eucalyptus leaves
Due to the rich composition of the leaves, they are used in recipes of both official and traditional medicine. They possess:
- disinfectant;
- painkillers;
- annoying;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antibacterial;
- expectorant action.
Dosage forms from the leaves of this tree have found their application in the treatment of diseases of the digestive system, respiratory system, genital and urinary systems, skin, and also with the help of them the body's defenses are strengthened and the development of tumors is prevented.
The substances that make up the raw material have a detrimental effect on streptococci, staphylococci, dysentery bacillus, intestinal parasites, Trichomonas, the causative agent of malaria, repel mosquitoes and mosquitoes.
Pharmacy tincture of eucalyptus leaf
Instructions for use indicate that it has a pronounced antiseptic, expectorant and anti-inflammatory property. The composition of this herbal preparation includes the following useful substances: ellagic acid, resins, flavonoids, wax, essential oil and tannins.
The active components of the tincture have the following effect on the body:
- fungicidal;
- antiviral;
- antiprotozoal;
- bactericidal;
- anti-inflammatory.
When applying tincture to the skin, it has an astringent, anesthetic, antipruritic and antiexudative effect. If you take inside a product made from such raw materials as eucalyptus leaves, the instructions for use indicate that in this case a very strong expectorant, mucolytic and bronchodilator action will be carried out. In addition, tincture normalizes the digestive process and increases the digestive glands.
If you take a tincture of 20 drops, this helps with the following diseases:
- hypertension
- cancer;
- insomnia;
- digestive diseases;
- headache;
- rachitis;
- shortness of breath
- arrhythmias of the heart.
Since such a remedy helps relieve inflammation, it contributes to the rapid healing of wounds, scratches, ulcers, acne, burns and cuts.
Eucalyptus Leaves: Home Use
Medicines made on the basis of eucalyptus have no contraindications, do not have side effects, and are highly effective. The main active ingredient is eucalyptol, which is in essential oil.
But it is necessary to take into account such a moment that dosage forms from eucalyptus leaves are not recommended for children under three years of age, with individual intolerance and hypersensitivity to the active substance. Use the drug with caution in chronic diseases of the liver and kidneys.
Digestive system
Eucalyptus leaves are used in the treatment of intestinal inflammation, gastritis with low acidity. In this case, a decoction is prepared from this raw material. To do this, 15 grams of dry leaves are poured into a bowl of enamel and pour a glass of boiling water. The resulting mixture was cooked in a water bath for 25 minutes. Then the product is cooled, filtered, brought to the initial volume and put in a cool place. The broth is stored for 48 hours, no more. It should be taken in a warm form after eating three times a day for a quarter cup. Treatment is carried out in courses of 10 days.
With the help of a decoction, digestion is normalized, the body gets rid of parasites, and boiling in the intestine decreases. In addition, there is an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.
Respiratory Treatment
If raw materials such as eucalyptus leaves are used for treatment, their use is effective for inflammatory pathologies of the respiratory system, such as laryngitis, bronchitis and acute respiratory viral diseases (adenovirus infection, flu). For this, a tincture is prepared from the fresh leaves of the plant. They are chopped very finely and filled with them 1/3 liter cans. After this, granulated sugar is poured to half of this capacity, the neck is plugged with a cotton cloth and put in a dark and warm place for 3-4 days.
After this period, add 0.5 l of vodka to such a syrup, mix well and stand for a week. Then such a tool is filtered, filled with a bottle of dark glass and put into storage in the refrigerator. Take tincture of 30 drops, before that, having previously diluted it in 60 ml of boiled water, for 12 days before eating. This drug has an expectorant, antimicrobial and antiseptic effect, helps to strengthen the immune system and helps to recover faster.
Tincture, diluted in a glass of warm water, helps with sore throat, stomatitis, tonsillitis, gum disease, gingivitis.
Treatment of muscles, joints and skin
Dry eucalyptus leaves are used in the treatment of purulent skin diseases, trophic ulcers, long non-healing wounds, inflammation of joints and muscles. To prepare the infusion, take three dessert spoons of raw materials, pour into a saucepan, pour boiling water (300 ml) and simmer for 30 minutes. After this, the product must be infused for an hour and filtered through gauze.
Use the infusion as a compress, applying it to the affected areas of the skin, joints and muscles. For grinding it is necessary to use a mixture of vegetable and eucalyptus oil in a ratio of 1: 2. The course of treatment is carried out until complete recovery.
Treatment of the genital and urinary system
If the kidneys suddenly become inflamed or the chronic process of the urinary system (pyelonephritis, cystitis, urolithiasis) worsens, then you can take a pharmacy tincture of eucalyptus. To do this, 25 drops should be dissolved in 150 ml of warm water and taken before meals three times a day.
Also found for eucalyptus rod-like leaves in the treatment of cervical erosion, vaginal inflammation, bacterial vaginosis. To do this, swabs of these leaves are impregnated with tampons and set at night. Treatment is carried out within 7 days. You can also douche with a decoction, which can improve the prognosis of the disease and reduce the duration of treatment.
Precautionary measures
Plants used for medicinal purposes give a wonderful effect. Nevertheless, they can also have side effects, therefore, before using them, you should consult your doctor.
It is undesirable to use eucalyptus oil, infusion or ointment for children under two years of age. Also, people suffering from asthma, liver and kidney diseases, convulsions, hypotension, drugs from this plant can be used only after consultation with your doctor. It is forbidden to take the drug for pregnant and lactating women.
Conclusion
Thus, eucalyptus leaves are used in the treatment of various diseases. The proper use of dosage forms of such a plant can have the most positive effect on the body. But still, before this, it is best to consult your doctor.