What does Oscillococcinum treat?
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What does Oscillococcinum treat?
Oscillococcinum is a homeopathic preparation that’s typically used to relieve flu symptoms. It was created during the 1920s by the French physician Joseph Roy, who believed he had discovered a type of “oscillating” bacterium in people with the Spanish flu.
Does Oscillococcinum work for flu?
Oscillococcinum is a brand name homeopathic remedy used in the treatment of influenza. Taken at the first sign of flu-like symptoms, Oscillococcinum is said to help relieve symptoms and shorten the duration of the flu. However, research to support this is limited.
What does Oscillococcinum contain?
Oscillococcinum® is a patented homeopathic medicine that is made from a 1% solution of wild duck heart and liver extract, which is then serially diluted 200 times with water and alcohol.
What is Anas Barbariae hepatis et cordis Extractum?
Anas barbariae hepatis et cordis extractum 200K (Oscillococcinum®) is used to treat and prevent seasonal colds and airway inflammatory affections, improve symptom control, and reduce the frequency of respiratory tract infection (RTI) episodes.
How many days can you take Oscillococcinum?
When taken by mouth: Oscillococcinum is possibly safe when taken three times daily for up to 3 days. This is a homeopathic product that does not contain any active ingredient. Most experts believe that it will have no beneficial or harmful effects.
How many days should I take Oscillococcinum?
How long should I take Oscillococcinum? If your symptoms have not improved after the first day, repeat the dosage instructions — take one dose every 6 hours, up to 3 times a day, for 2 more days. If after 3 days you show no improvement, we recommend consulting your health care professional.
How long does it take for Oscillococcinum to work?
If your symptoms have not improved after the first day, repeat the dosage instructions — take one dose every 6 hours, up to 3 times a day, for 2 more days. If after 3 days you show no improvement, we recommend consulting your health care professional.
What happens if you take too much Oscillococcinum?
This is a homeopathic product that does not contain any active ingredient. Most experts believe that it will have no beneficial or harmful effects. But cases of severe swelling, including swelling of the tongue, and headache have been reported after taking oscillococcinum.
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Is Oscillococcinum good for cough?
This multi-symptom syrup can be used at any time to relieve nasal and chest congestion, dry fitful cough, sneezing, minor sore throat, and runny or stuffy nose.
