Valerian root has a moderately pronounced sedative effect, has antispasmodic properties. For children, this remedy is indicated for nervous disorders, epilepsy, fright.
Instructions
Step 1
Valerian belongs to the group of tranquilizers, it depresses the central nervous system, reduces its excitability, and also reduces spasms of smooth muscle organs. Valerian is able to regulate the activity of the heart, as well as enhance the secretion of the gastrointestinal tract and the process of bile secretion. The product improves digestion and stimulates appetite. Valerian root is given to children in the form of an infusion and decoction.
Step 2
To prepare an infusion of valerian root, take 2, 5 tbsp. l. raw material and fill it with 200 ml of hot water. Then heat the mixture for 15 minutes. in a water bath, let stand 45 minutes and strain. Then add boiled water to the infusion to the original volume. To prepare the infusion in the second way, pour 1 tsp. root powder with a glass of boiling water, leave for 3 hours and strain. Give the infusion to the child after 30 minutes. after eating 1 tbsp. l. 3-4 times a day.
Step 3
To prepare a decoction of valerian root, take 2 tsp. raw materials and pour 200 ml of cold water. Boil the mixture for 5 minutes. over low heat, then strain. Give the child 2-3 tbsp of a decoction of valerian root. l. 2 times a day. For abdominal pain caused by a violation of gas discharge, a decoction of valerian root is given to the child in a dose of up to 1 tsp. every two hours. With a nervous shock (fright), accompanied by convulsions, the child is given 1 tbsp. l. decoction of valerian up to 5 times a day. In case of an increase in the functions of the thyroid gland, use a 150 ml infusion of valerian root. This dose should be drunk in several doses in 1 day.
Step 4
In case of eye inflammation, apply compresses from the infusion of valerian root and eyebright herb at night, and rinse your eyes with them during the day. Valerian roots are also used in powder form, in an amount of 1 g for scarlet fever, typhoid, headaches. For pneumonia, give your child 1 to 2 g of valerian root powder. For the treatment of helminthiasis, pour 1 tbsp. l. chopped roots 1 tbsp. cold boiled water. Set aside for 8-12 hours, strain. Give the child 1 tbsp. l. 3-4 times a day.
Step 5
Baths with a decoction of valerian root give a good effect. Add 1 liter of broth to your bathing water. Such baths are recommended to be taken every other day. Valerian root is contraindicated in case of individual hypersensitivity, liver disease, drowsiness. Do not use the product for more than 2 months without interruption. In case of an overdose, malfunctions of the gastrointestinal tract appear, nausea, dizziness, headaches, and disruption of the cardiovascular system are observed.
