What is the tincture of Arnica?
Arnica tincture is the preparation of herbs Arnika, which can be applied directly to the patient's skin. This medicine has been used for many centuries, although its healing effects have not been evaluated. Many people who use this medicine claim to reduce pain, bruises and swelling and promote healing. A patient who wishes to use this drug should first be checked at a doctor because he can interact with other medicines, leading to potentially serious complications.
The main ingredients in Arnica tincture are alcohol, arnica flowers and sometimes arnica leaves, stems and roots. Arnica is placed in alcohol, often ethanol, although glycerol, ether and other dissatisfied alcohols can also be used and left in a liquid for several weeks or more. This process fills Arnia into alcohol so that patients can use tincture after arnica removal.
patients use the tincture of Arnika by diluting with water and then put it on a bruise, sprain or tension. Dressings can also be soaked in arnictincture and then wrapped around the affected area. This treatment can be quite strong and patients should carefully follow the dosage instructions.
When applying directly on the skin, it is said that tincture of Arnica reduces swelling, internal bleeding and pain. Unofficial evidence has shown that this drug can be effective in alleviating these symptoms, even if scientific studies are needed to confirm its usefulness as a medical treatment. It is safe to use Arnik along with some other medicines, even if it can interact with a number of drugs. The patient should discuss the use of this arnica with a doctor before starting treatment with this herb.
Arnica tincture can be toxic if used incorrectly. Arnica and alcohol in which it was filled can cause a serious disease or death if swallowed. Patients must be careful to keep this medicine far away from mucus membranes that can be irritated afterWhich is exposed to the tincture of Arnica. It is also not recommended to use this treatment on broken skin.
There are several potential side effects on the use of arnic tincture. The most common side effects of this treatment are irritation or inflammation of the skin to which it was applied. Serious allergic reactions are also possible in using this tincture and patients who have dizziness, shortness of breath or loss of consciousness should seek medical attention.