Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides

Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides is an extract derived from the leaves of the English ivy plant (Hedera helix). It contains 10% hederacosides, which are believed to be the active compounds responsible for its health benefits.

Here are some of the benefits of Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides:

• Cough relief: Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides has been shown to help relieve coughs associated with bronchitis and other respiratory tract diseases. It works by thinning mucus in the airways, making it easier to cough up.
• Improved lung function: Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides may improve lung function in people with breathing difficulties.
• Anti-inflammatory effects: Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects, which may help reduce swelling and pain.
• Antioxidant effects: Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides may have antioxidant effects, which can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.

A study published in the European Respiratory Journal found that Ivy Leaf Extract was as effective as acetylcysteine (a commonly used cough medicine) in treating acute bronchitis in adults. Another study published in Drugs of Ukraine found that Ivy Leaf Extract was safe and effective for treating acute bronchitis in children.

The recommended dosage of Ivy Leaf Extract 10% hederacosides depends on several factors such as age and health condition. For adults, dried English ivy leaf has most often been used in doses of 300-800 mg by mouth daily. Specific English ivy leaf extract products have also been used1. According to the Swiss patient leaflet, for children six years and older, 5 ml, three times daily, and for adults, 7.5 ml, three times daily is recommended.

When taken by mouth, specific cough syrups containing English ivy leaf extract are possibly safe when used three times daily for up to 7 days. However, there isn’t enough reliable information to know if English ivy is safe when applied to the skin. It might cause side effects such as allergic skin reactions. Children can take cough syrup or herbal drops containing English ivy leaf extract three times daily for up to 20 days. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important.

Sources:

1. https://www.herbalgram.org/resources/herbalgram/issues/117/table-of-contents/hg117-feat-invyt/
2. https://www.nutriavenue.com/ivy-leaf-extract-a-traditional-medicine-for-cough-and-respiratory-health/
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7222538/
4. https://www.peacehealth.org/medical-topics/id/hn-2116002
5. https://www.rxlist.com/english_ivy/supplements.htm
6. https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-465/english-ivy