Tulasi

Description

Tulasi is an herbal method of treatment. Its main component is Ocimum sanctum.

Uses

Tulasi is used to relieve the symptoms that are associated with colds and other ailments of the respiratory system. It is particularly useful in helping individuals with any breathing difficulties they may be experiencing. Tulasi does this by relaxing the muscles in the airways of the lungs. This allows the airways to dilate, making it easier for individuals to breathe. This medication also helps to soothe coughs and alleviate the production of mucus by the body.

There are certain bacterial and airborne agents that can cause the airways to get inflamed and even develop an infection. There are several properties of Tulasi that help to reduce this effect. The oleaonolic acid, polyphenolic attributes, and ursolic acid helps to soothe the irritation in the airways. This medication also helps to boosts the body’s natural defenses. This helps to overcome the effects of the illness even faster.

Contact your physician to discover the other benefits that Tulasi can have.

Dosage

It is important that you always adhere to the prescription that has been provided to you by your doctor. You should not take Tulasi in dosages that are lower or higher than what you have been prescribed.

This medication should be taken orally.

The recommended dosage for Tulasi capsules is between 1 and 2 tablets. This should be taken twice a day.

The recommended dose for children for the Tulasi syrup is 5ml. This should be taken twice a day.

The dose of syrup that is recommended for adults is 10ml. This dose should be taken twice a day.

If you forget to take one of your doses, you should take it as soon as you remember. If your next scheduled dose is due soon, do not take the dose that you missed. You should not take more than one dose at a time.

In the event that you experience an overdose, call your local medical emergency services immediately.

Side Effects

There may be certain adverse effects experienced when taking Tulasi. Some of the side effects that have been reported when taking this medication are:

 Thinning of the blood
 Lowering of the blood sugar level
 Decrease in fertility

In the event that you experience any of these side effects, contact your physician immediately.

Contraindications

 If you are pregnant and have been prescribed Tulasi, inform your physician. You should also seek advice from your doctor before you begin to breastfeed your child if you have been prescribed with this medication.

 Do not take this medication with other substances that contain acetaminophen.

 Tulasi can decrease the body’s clotting ability. This can increase the risk of excessive bleeding. Inform your doctor and your surgeon if you are to undergo surgery and have been prescribed this medication. You may have to temporarily discontinue the use of this medication.

 Do not take this medication with other products that lower your blood sugar level.
Inform your doctor about all the medications both prescribed and over the counter, which you are taking.