Products
Ribes nigrum mouth spray is available in many countries from Spagyros, among others (Spagyros Ribes nigrum). The drug belongs to the alternative medicine gemmotherapy (“bud therapy”). Is Latin and translated means bud.
Production
The drug is prepared from the buds of black currant. It is a homeopathically potentized glycerol macerate (D1). The buds are harvested in spring when the buds begin to sprout. They are cleaned and macerated in an alcohol-glycerol solution. The extract is filtered and diluted in a 1:10 ratio. The ingredients include amino acids, vitamin C and polyphenols (flavonoids).
Effects
The mouth spray is believed to have antioxidant, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and analgesic properties, among others. It is said to promote the endogenous release of glucocorticoids from the adrenal cortex. We cannot comment on its actual efficacy. Adequate clinical studies do not seem to be available (see also at medizin-transparent.at). It is a method of alternative medicine.
Fields of application
Areas of application include:
- Sore throat
- Beginning colds
- Hay fever, allergies
Dosage
According to the package leaflet. The spray is sprayed on the oral mucosa.
- Acute: hourly or bi-hourly 2 sprays, maximum 10 sprays per day.
- When improvement occurs: 2 spray pokes three times a day.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Children under 12 years
Full precautions can be found in the package insert.
Adverse effects
A burning sensation may occur in the mouth and throat due to the alcohol content.
