Burdock

Burdock: a valuable medicinal plant with diuretic activity

Burdock (lat. Arctium lappa) is a valuable medicinal plant that is widely used in herbal medicine. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is native to various regions of the world, including Russia. In Russia, burdock is grown and produced by several pharmaceutical companies, such as Ivan-chai, Kamelia NPP, Start-Fito and Evalar.

Burdock has diuretic activity and can be used to treat various diseases accompanied by congestion. It contains a number of useful components, including bitter substances, sterols, proteins, inulin, essential oil, tannins, vitamins and others. Inulin, polyphenols, flavonoids and organic acids were also found in burdock root.

Burdock is used in herbal medicine to treat gout, cholecystitis, cholangitis and other diseases associated with metabolic disorders and fluid stagnation in the body. It helps increase fluid excretion through the kidneys, which helps reduce swelling and improve the function of the excretory system.

There is no data yet on contraindications, side effects, interactions and overdose of burdock. However, as with any medicine, it is recommended that you consult your doctor or pharmacist before using it.

Burdock is available in a variety of dosage forms, including oily root extract in 100 ml bottles, 10 g root cakes and 50 g root packs.

Extensive information about burdock and its medicinal properties can be found in the reference book "Medicinal Herbal Remedies" edited by G.E. Pronchenko (2002).

In conclusion, it should be noted that burdock is a valuable medicinal plant with diuretic activity, which is used in herbal medicine to treat diseases associated with fluid stagnation. However, for best results and safe use, it is recommended to consult a medical professional.