Senega

Senega is the dried root of Polygala it, seneca or it snakeroot, a plant of North America. The main consituents of which are polygalic acid and senegenin; expectorant and emetic.


Adult Dose
Dose: 1 to 3 g/day
Single Dose: 2 (2)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: PO
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. It is of Natural origin and belongs to Polygalic acid. .
Contraindications
Senega is contraindicated in conditions like Peptic ulcer,Pregnancy,Inflammatory bowel disease (unlicensed use).
Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Senega include Emesis, GIT irritation.
Indications
Senega is primarily indicated in conditions like Asthma, Bronchitis, Pharyngitis.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Senega was found.
Interfrence
None well documented
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Couph syrup Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Warnings
Senega should be avoided to patients with intestinal obstruction or with undiagnosed abdominal symptoms. Care should be taken in patients with inflammatory bowl disease. Prolong use should be avoided.
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