How does ivy leaf work ? Ivy leaf has been found to contain 5-8 % saponins ( a chemical compound ) and a low content of emetine ( an alkaloid ) – combined , these have the effect of helping thin , loosen and clear mucus from the chest .
Properties of ivy leaf
The saponins in ivy leaf can help relieve cough symptoms by helping to :
- Thin the consistency of mucus in your airways .
- Loosen the mucus from your chest .
- Clear mucus by making it easier to cough up .
- Calm coughs .
Vitamin C is a vital antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage caused by free radicals that we are exposed to in the environment such as air pollution , cigarette smoke .
Zinc can help reduce the number of infections and the duration of the common cold when taken within 24 hours of onset .
Vitamin E an important vitamin that also acts as a powerful antioxidant , which helps to protect cells against damage caused by free radicals . It is thought that these free radicals may cause cancer , heart disease , and cataracts .
Packing
Each pack contains 100ml of mary ivy liquid in PET bottle with measuring cup for exact dose administration.
DIRECTION: For oral use only.
Shake the bottle well before each time before use.
- Children 6 months to 2 years: 2.5ml twice a day.
- Children 2 to 6 years: 2.5ml three times a day
- Children 6 to 12 years: 5 ml three times a day
- Adults and children over 12 years: 5-7ml three times a day
Ivy leaf in Scientific Studies
One study showed that after 7 to 10 days of treatment with ivy leaf extract, upper respiratory tract infection symptoms like cough or expectoration were improved or cured in a large majority of patients. In another study, GPs treated patients with ivy leaf extract – these patients had either irritating cough from the common cold, bronchitis, or respiratory tract diseases with mucus formation. %86 of doctors and %90 of patients in the study rated the efficacy of ivy leaf extract as either ‘very good’ or ‘good’ after an average of 12 days treatment.
Safety of ivy leaf
Ivy leaf extract has been shown to also be well tolerated, with %97 of doctors and patients in a study rating its tolerability as either ‘very good’ or ‘good’.6Another study found that there was “considerable evidence for the safety of hedera helix” (ivy leaf).
PRECAUTION: Do not take this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients. Please ask your doctor or pharmacist before start using
