Pharmacological properties
The drug stimulates the regeneration of cells, affecting primarily the liver, brain and spinal cord. The active ingredients of "counts" contribute to raising the level of glutamine in the liver, improving gallbladder function, detoxification of bile acids. Activation of metabolic processes in combination with the regenerative properties of the drug provides a positive result in the treatment of several diseases.
The drug "Heptral" is available in the form of tablets and powder for preparation of injection solution.
Indications "Heptral"
The drug is indicated for intrahepatic cholestasis, which is characterized by a disturbance of formation and flow of bile and other liver diseases, particularly cirrhosis and fatty liver, cholangitis, chronic forms of acalculous cholecystitis and hepatitis. "Heptral" prescribed for toxic liver damage by viruses, drugs and alcohol. Also, the drug used in the treatment of depression and withdrawal syndrome.
Usage instructions
"Heptral" in the form of injections, intramuscularly or intravenously, prescribed for intensive care. Liver diseases is administered 1-2 vials of the drug a day, a course - 2 weeks. When depression is prescribed 1 bottle a day for 15-20 days.
For preparing the injectable form it is necessary to connect the powder supplied in the package with a solution of L-lysine. Intravenous use of to inject the drug must be very slow. You cannot mix "Heptral" with alkaline and containing calcium ions solutions.
Pills "Heptral" is used for maintenance therapy. The course of treatment is 2-6 weeks at a daily dosage of 2-4 tablets. "Heptral" take the first half of the day, between meals. Tablets are swallowed without chewing and washed down with water.
Contraindications and cautions
A contraindication to receiving the "counts" are hypersensitivity to its components, age of 18, the period of lactation I and II trimesters of pregnancy. With cautiously prescribed drug in the third trimester of pregnancy, and also in bipolar disorders and kidney diseases.
In view of possible adverse reactions from the CNS, during treatment it is recommended to refrain from driving.
Side effects
When you receive "counts", you may experience side effects such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, allergic reactions, sleep disorders, headaches and dizziness, muscle spasms, chills.
Reviews
Effectiveness of the use of the drug in the treatment of intrahepatic cholestasis, cirrhosis and hepatitis. According to reviews, "she" helps to restore the liver in the period chimiotherapie and after it. The drug has an effect on the kidneys, which should be considered in his appointment. When you receive "counts" the possible occurrence of side effects, including severe. These reactions are individual. Generally in most patients, the treatment occurs without any complications.