Mildronate - a drug that stimulates the metabolism in tissues, is used in the treatment of pathologies caused by the presence of decay products and a lack of nutrients in the cells. The only drawback of the drug is its rather high cost. Therefore, many patients prefer to purchase Mildronate analogues in tablets, capsules or ampoules.
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Description of the dosage form, composition
The medication is available in the form of:
- Solution. It does not have a characteristic color and is completely transparent, sold in ampoules of 5 ml. In one package there are 10 glass containers with a solution.
- Capsules The pills are filled with a whitish hygroscopic crystalline powder with a faint odor and a sweet taste. Capsules are packaged in 10 pieces. in blisters.
- Pills. This dosage form has a slight sour taste.
The active substance in the composition of the drug is meldonium dihydrate.
Additional elements are:
- fumed silica;
- starch;
- calcium stearate;
- E171;
- gelatin;
- water;
- microcrystalline cellulose.
What is Mildronate prescribed?
Mildronate in capsules or ampoules is prescribed for the treatment of diseases of the heart and vascular system, in order to eliminate the state of moral and physical exhaustion.
The medication has the following properties:
- Antioxidant.
- Antianginal.
- Cardioprotective.
- Neuroprotective.
- Antihypoxic.
The following diseases or conditions can cause the appointment of Mildronate to the patient for preventive purposes, and not for the treatment of acute forms of pathologies:
- ischemic necrosis of the myocardial site;
- IHD (organic and functional myocardial damage);
- encephalopathy;
- heart failure;
- retinal or vitreous hemorrhage;
- dishormonal cardiomyopathy;
- bronchial asthma;
- postoperative period;
- preinfarction condition;
- retinopathy
- circulatory disorders of the brain;
- exhaustion of the body;
- withdrawal syndrome;
- peripheral artery disease.
Prescribing Mildronate is directly related to the metabolic effect of meldonium in tissues and cells.
The drug can be prescribed for the following purposes:
- reduction in the frequency and intensity of angina attacks;
- improving oxygen supply to organs, thereby improving the quality of their work;
- restoration of thinned vessels of the retina;
- an obstacle to the accumulation in the cells of toxins and toxins;
- normalization of blood flow in the focus of ischemic damage in case of impaired myocardial function;
- reduction of tissue necrosis zone with myocardial damage;
- increased resistance of cardiomyocytes to excessive loads;
- elimination of failures in the work of the somatic and autonomous parts of the nervous system;
- restoration of microcirculation in vessels for their speedy recovery and prevention of subsequent damage.
After a course of admission, working capacity improves, the feeling of moral and physical exhaustion as a result of exertion is eliminated, and the level of humoral and cellular immunity increases. In patients with heart failure, heart rate increases, the frequency of seizures decreases, and exercise tolerance appears.
Dosage for children and adults
Due to the increased excitability after using Mildronate, it is advisable to take it before 17 hours in the morning. Medication is not recommended for patients under 18 years of age. This is due to the fact that the reaction of meldonium on the children's body is not fully understood.
If the doctor nevertheless prescribes this drug to a small patient, then he takes full responsibility and individually selects the regimen and dose of the medication.
The exact dosage and duration of the course, based on the individual characteristics and type of illness of an adult (over eighteen years of age) patient, is prescribed by the doctor. The average dose is 2 capsules twice a day, 500 mg intramuscularly once a day, or 50 mg parabulbarno once a day for 2-6 weeks.
In order to restore strength after moral or physical exertion, it is advisable to take Mildronate 1 tablet 4 times a day, or 500 mg as an injection 1 time per day for 2 weeks.
Cheap analogues of the drug
Mildronate is sold at a rather high price, so not everyone can afford it. In such situations, substitutes having a lower cost may be offered to the patient.
The most popular Russian analogue of Mildronate is the generic drug Cardionate. These two tools are considered completely interchangeable.
Product in capsules 80 mg
One of the inexpensive analogues of Mildronate in tablets (from 690 rubles). The medicine is prescribed for coronary heart disease, as well as to prevent attacks.
The medication is contraindicated:
- age under 18 years;
- lactation period;
- Parkinson's disease;
- an allergic reaction to meldonium;
- renal failure.
Particularly attentive to the reception of the Preductal is necessary to treat older people aged 75 years.
Meldonium in ampoules for injections
Meldonium Organic (from 120 rubles) in ampoules has the same key component as Mildronate. That is why this drug is its most profitable Russian counterpart.
The medication is available in ampoules, 10 in each package. It is prescribed for coronary heart disease or circulatory disorders in the brain.
Medatern tablets
These gelatin capsules are the cheapest analogue of the drug Mildronate (from 20 rubles).The tool speeds up the metabolism, restores human strength, is used in the treatment of alcohol syndrome, heart failure and to normalize blood circulation.
Medatern is not acceptable for use during gestation and when breastfeeding, for patients under the age of 18 years and people suffering from jumps in intracranial pressure.
Contraindications, side effects and overdose
Mildronate has virtually no contraindications.
They include only:
- the period of gestation and lactation;
- children's age (under 18 years old);
- allergy to the components of the drug;
- intracranial hypertension.
Caution in taking the medication must be observed for people with pathologies of the kidneys and liver.
Side effects from taking the drug are extremely rare.
Nevertheless, the use of a medication can cause:
- swelling of the extremities;
- allergies
- migraine;
- tachycardia;
- problems in the digestive system;
- jumps in blood pressure;
- psychomotor agitation.
Mildronate does not affect the duration of reactions, vision and concentration. Therefore, a medication is permissible when driving a car.
In case of an overdose of the drug, the patient has hypotension, migraines, heart palpitations or general malaise.
Mildronate is a drug mainly used in the treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system. It has practically no contraindications, but only a qualified specialist should appoint it. Otherwise, the patient may experience some side effects that cause a lot of discomfort.
