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  • A Vogel Boldocynara 50ml

    N$237.15

    A Western Herbal tonic to support the function of the liver and gallbladder.

    To promote liver function, production and flow of bile, support digestion, and have antispasmodic action. A general liver tonic to support liver detoxification and treatment of symptoms caused by liver and/or gallbladder dysfunction e.g. nausea, indigestion, raised cholesterol and skin problems.

     

    Suggested use:

    Adults and children over 12 years:
    Take 10-15 drops with water, 3 times daily before meals.

    Maintenance:
    15 drops 1 to 2 times daily, in a little water.

    Children:
    This product is not recommended for children.

     

     

    Further information:

    Ingredients:

    Cyanara scolymus L. (Artichoke) 414mg
    Taraxacum officinalis WEB. (Dandelion) 414mg
    Peumus boldus MOLINA. (Boldo) 64mg
    Mentha x piperita L. (Peppermint) 28mg

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  • A Vogel Crataegus Oxy 50ml

    N$261.55

    A Western Herbal medicine which assists in promoting the function of the heart.

    Hawthorn can be safely co-administered with digoxin and cardioactive glycoside drugs and safely co-administered with glycaemic, lipaemic and/or hypotensive drugs in type 2 diabetics and is safe for use in pregnancy and during lactation.

     

    Suggested use: Adults and children over 12 years:
    30 drops in water three times daily 30min before meals.

     

    Further information:

    Ingredients:
    Each 1 ml (39 drops) contains:

    • Crataegus oxyacantha L. and Crataegus monogyna Jacq. (Hawthorn) 970 mg
    • Ethanol content 51% (V/V) [30 drops = 321mg/dose = +- 7.8ml beer or 3.3ml wine)
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  • A Vogel Menoforce 30 Tablets

    N$455.60

    A Western Herbal medicine that does not contain oestrogen or have an oestrogen-like action.

    Used for the supportive treatment of menopausal syndrome and associated hot flushes and night sweats, and for the supportive treatment of hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

     

    Therapeutic indications in menopausal women:

    • To reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flushes and night sweats.
    • To improve sleep quality.
    • To improve mental focus (cognitive function) and anxiety.
    • To improve fatigue.
    • To improve somato-vegative symptoms of menopausal syndrome.

    A.Vogel Hot Flush & Night Sweat Remedy is clinically proven to:

    • Significantly reduce the number of hot flushes in menopausal women within 2 weeks of treatment.
    • Significantly reduce the intensity of hot flushes in menopausal women.
    • Significantly reduce the number of mild, moderate, severe and very severe flushes by 46%, 62%, 79% and 100% respectively.
    • Significantly reduce global Menopause Rating Scales (MRS) scores by 43% with significant. improvements in 8/11 MRS questions.
    • In addition to improving hot flushes also significantly reduce the psychological and urogenital symptoms of menopause.

    Mode of action:

    • A. Vogel Hot Flush & Night Sweat Remedy’s ability to effectively treat menopausal syndrome, hot flushes and excessive sweating is scientifically proven and attributed to its ability to modulate adrenergic, serotonergic, muscarinic and µ-opiod receptors as well as its ability to inhibit serotonin uptake.
    • Sage does not elevate oestrogen levels any more than placebo suggesting its application in menopausal patients who are contraindicated against interventions with oestrogenic effects.

     

    Suggested use: Adults (18 and over):
    Take 1 tablet daily (can be increased to 1 tablet twice daily on the advice of a healthcare professional if necessary for 1-2 weeks)

     

    Ingredients:

    Each tablet contains:
    Salvia officinalis L. (Sage) 3400mg

     

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  • Flora Force Herbal Cough Mixture – 100ml

    N$119.55

    Herbal medicine for coughs, bronchial infections, colds and flu’s. Helps loosen phlegm and thin bronchial secretions for easy expectoration. Helps ease symptoms of sore throat and chest resulting from excessive coughing.

    • Eases coughing, relieves congestion and irritation of air passages. Loosens mucus. Now contains Pelargonium sidoides (Umckaloabo), which reduces infection and inflammation in air passages.
    • Contains no additives and free from sugar, preservatives and colourants.
    • Safe for children, diabetics and when participating in sport.

     

    Suggested use: Adult: Take one teaspoon three times daily.

    Children under 8 years: ½ teaspoon three times daily. Dilute in a little water for small children.

     

     

    Further information:

    Ingredients: Each 5ml contains the equivalent of: 26mg Pimpinella anisum, 1490mg Glycorrhiza glabra aqueous, 52mg Inula helenium, 52mg Marrubium vulgare, 52mg Prunus serotina, 52mg Pulmonaria officinalis, 52mg Pelargonium sidoides, 15mg Thymus vulgaris, 52mg Lobelia inflata. 30% Alcohol v/v.

    Contra-indications: Contains: Glycorrhiza glabra: contra-indicated in hypertension. Lobelia: contra-indicated if on heart medication. Marrubium: contra-indicated in pregnancy. Prunus serotina contra-indicated and should not be used in early pregnancy.

    Warnings: No cough mixture should be used continuously without consulting a practitioner.

    Drug, herb Interaction: For persons on any of the following drugs please consult with your practitioner.
    Prednisone: Glycorrhiza glabra may prolong prednisone activity and prednisone related side effects.
    Digoxin: Glycorrhiza glabra may have effect of extra potassium loss when large amounts consumed.
    NSAIDs, Aspirin and Ibuprofen: Glycorrhiza glabra flavonoids can have protective action on GIT membranes. Potassium depleting drugs (loop diuretics and thiazide diuretics) Glycorrhiza glabra may potentiate side effects of these drugs.

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