If it is necessary to activate metabolic processes in tissues, in order to stimulate regeneration processes in the body and accelerate cell renewal, Actovegin tablets are prescribed to the patient. The drug is also taken with insufficient blood supply to the brain. The original drug is produced by the pharmaceutical company Nycomed (Austria). The average cost is 1,500 rubles.

The composition of the drug

The main component of the medication is deproteinized hemoderivative of calf blood. This is a unique component that has powerful antihypoxic properties. The active substance is contained in a drug unit in an amount of 200 mg. Microcrystalline cellulose and povidone are also present in the preparation. The dragee tablet is coated with a coating that contains talc, sucrose, wax, phthalate, green-yellow dye, and other components.

Actovegin is available in various forms. The pharmacy also has ointment for external use. The drug is also available in the form of a solution for injection. Dragee tablets are packaged in bottles of 10, 30, 50 or 600 pieces. Each package must be accompanied by instructions.

Why prescribe Actovegin in tablets

The drug from the category of antihypoxants is obtained by ultrafiltration and dialysis of the blood of calves.The active substance has a beneficial effect on the absorption, transportation and breakdown of glucose, increases oxygen consumption by cells, as a result of which cell membranes are stabilized during ischemia, and the formation of lactates is suppressed.

The drug is intended for use as part of complex therapy for disorders of the blood supply to the brain, pathologies of peripheral vessels.

Actovegin tablets are prescribed for the treatment of such diseases:

  • insufficiency of blood supply to the brain;
  • dementia
  • poorly healing trophic ulcers;
  • angiopathy;
  • encephalopathy of various origins;
  • ischemic stroke.

The principle of action of the drug is to enhance metabolic processes in the body, increase the resistance of cells to oxygen deficiency, normalize blood circulation, and accelerate regeneration. As a result of taking the tablets, the supply of tissues with oxygen improves, wounds and ulcers heal faster.

Instructions for use of the drug

Dragee is recommended to use after a meal. They do not need to be chewed, swallowed whole, washed down with non-carbonated liquid. Take tablets should be 1 to 2 pieces 3 times a day. The duration of therapy is 4 to 6 weeks. The dose may be adjusted depending on the diagnosis and condition of the patient. Before starting the course of taking "Actovegin", you should consult with your doctor. Without the appointment of a specialist, it is not worth starting treatment with this drug.

Pregnancy and lactation

"Actovegin" during pregnancy is not contraindicated, however, treatment should be carried out carefully, under the supervision of a doctor. Women during the period of bearing and feeding the child are prescribed tablets taking into account the risk / benefit ratio. There is no data on the effect of the components of the drug on the condition of the fetus, on pregnancy and childbirth.

Drug interaction

There is no information on the interaction of the drug "Actovegin" with other medicines.

Contraindications, side effects and overdose

Do not use this medication to treat pathologies of peripheral vessels and the brain in pediatric patients. The drug is contraindicated in patients who suffer from rare fructose intolerance associated with hereditary factors.

Absolute contraindications to the use of this medication are hypersensitivity to the components, malabsorption of sucrose or galactose.

The drug, as a rule, is well tolerated by patients, in most cases it is not accompanied by any manifestations. Very rarely, anaphylactic shock develops as a result of taking the pills.

Allergic reactions that can occur in the form of such symptoms are not excluded:

  • increased sweating;
  • skin rashes, urticaria, swelling of the mucous membrane;
  • high body temperature;
  • pain in the epigastric region, nausea, vomiting;
  • decrease or increase in blood pressure;
  • difficulty swallowing;
  • dizziness, severe irritability, irritability;
  • muscle pain.

If, after taking the tablets, the patient encounters one or more of these manifestations, you should immediately stop taking the medicine and seek qualified help in the near future.

To alleviate the condition of the patient and bring the indicators back to normal, symptomatic therapy is carried out.

There is no evidence of an overdose of the drug. If you accidentally exceed the dosage, you need to drink a large amount of water, induce vomiting artificially. To clean the stomach, it is recommended to take an agent with an absorbing effect (Smecta, Sorbex, activated carbon, White coal, etc.).

Analogues of Actovegin

The pharmaceutical market offers a wide range of analogues of Actovegin. They may differ from the original drug in the form of release, composition, cost.

  • Memorin (Ukraine).The product is made on the basis of plant components, is available in the form of drops and capsules, costs, on average, 80 rubles. There are practically no contraindications, therefore, the drug is recommended for use by patients who should not use Actovegin tablets.
  • Omaron (Russia). Tablets are produced by the Russian company Nizhpharm. A partial analogue of Actovegin can be used to treat children from 5 years old. The drug is effective for impaired concentration and memory problems. The maximum duration of the course of admission is 3 months. The cost of "Omaron" - from 105 rubles.
  • "Stugeron" (Hungary). Producer - "Gideon Richter." Pills are especially effective in preventing circulatory disorders of the brain. Due to prolonged use of the drug, severe forms of depression can develop, therefore, it is absolutely impossible to violate the dosage schedule prescribed by the doctor. Price - from 184 rubles.
  • Mexidol (Russia). According to the principle of action, the drug is similar to Actovegin, however, it is not prescribed for patients with kidney and liver diseases. After taking Mexidol tablets, digestive system disorders may occur. The drug costs only 202 rubles, and this is much cheaper than Actovegin.
  • "Tanakan" (France). Tablets are made on the basis of components of plant origin. The drug is completely natural, therefore, it has practically no contraindications and does not cause side effects. The main disadvantage is low efficiency.

Among other popular analogues can be distinguished capsules "Noben" and powder for the preparation of injections "Cortesin".

The choice of a drug for the treatment of cerebrovascular accident should be carried out by a specialist. Before the start of the course of treatment, a comprehensive diagnosis is mandatory, an anamnesis is collected, the results of the tests are evaluated. You can not prescribe a drug yourself or replace it with another one.

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