Internally, birch kidneys are used in the form of infusions as a diuretic, most effective for edema of cardiac origin. The infusion of birch kidneys also has a choleretic effect, and it helps with stomach spasms, insomnia, fatigue, and the severe course of menopause.
Method of application and dosage: Decoction - 10 g of kidneys are boiled in 200-250 ml of water for half an hour, and after cooling, the decoction is strained. Take the decoction 3 or 4 times a day, 1/4 cup each time. Tincture: 10 g of kidneys are poured with 100 ml of vodka, infused for one to two weeks in a dark place, and then strained. Internally, take the tincture in 30-40 drops several times a day, or use externally for rubbing.
Externally, for baths, compresses, and steaming in rheumatism, gout, joint pain, and acne.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance, during pregnancy, in inflammatory kidney diseases.
Internally, it is used for headaches and cardiac discomfort, acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, whooping cough, and enterocolitis.
Method of application and dosage: To prepare an infusion, take 6 g of water avens, pour 180 ml of boiling water, infuse on a water bath for 15 minutes, cool for 45 minutes, strain. Take 2 tablespoons 3-4 times a day. For a decoction, take 10 g of water avens, pour 200 ml of boiling water, infuse on a water bath for 30 minutes, cool for 10 minutes, strain, bring to 200 ml. Take 2 tablespoons 3 times a day after meals.
Externally, it is used as compresses and rubs for myositis, neuritis, and joint diseases.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance. The plant is poisonous! Overdose during preparation and consumption of the decoction is not allowed! Consult with a specialist before use.