One of the most common health problems in recent decades has been stress. Not only the elderly, but also young people often feel anxiety, nervousness, they are tormented by insomnia. Therefore, the most popular drug in pharmacies remains "Valocordin." Indications for use are not very wide - it is used mainly to calm and normalize the functions of the nervous system.
But since many diseases have a psychological cause, they also drink it for
pains in the heart, stomach cramps and pressure surges. This universal drug has a complex effect on the human body and has almost no contraindications and side effects.
The composition and effect of the drug "Valocordin"
This medicine was created in the middle of the last century in Germany. Its unique effect is based on the fact that it combines organically strong sedative substances that have been used in medicine for many centuries.
1. "Phenobarbital" - an effective sleeping pill. It is used as an anticonvulsant and relaxing agent. It dilates blood vessels well, therefore, it can be used for high blood pressure, spasms and fear. In many countries, phenobarbital is considered a drug and is prohibited for use. But its small amount in the composition of the drug "Valocordin" produces only a positive effect.
2. Ethyl isovaleric acid is obtained from a medicinal plant, therefore, retains all its beneficial properties. Like valerian, this substance has a calming, hypnotic and antispasmodic effect. It is these two components that determine the action that the Valocordin medication has. Indications for use are mainly aimed at treating heart failure.
3. The composition of this drug also includes peppermint and hop oils, which have a sedative, vasodilating and antispasmodic effect. The combination of all these components creates the complex sedative effect that Valocordin has.
Indications for use of the drug
Older people drink this medicine for any heart pain, anxiety, fear, or sleep disturbance. It has a mild effect and helps in many cases. The instructions for use say that the medication "Valocordin" (drops) is used for the following problems:
- sleep disturbances and insomnia;
- neurosis, stress and anxiety;
- some diseases of the cardiovascular system, for example, tachycardia;
- spasms of the coronary vessels and the initial stage of hypertension;
- gastrointestinal colic and intestinal cramps .
It should be borne in mind that the tool "Valocordin" does not cure the diseases themselves, but only soothes and relieves seizures. Therefore, if the recommended dose does not help you, you need to see a doctor and change the drug.
How to take Valocordin
Contraindications to the use of the drug include only impaired liver and kidney function and individual intolerance.
It is also not recommended to use it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. But usually the drug is well tolerated and has no side effects while observing the recommended dose. Even children in small quantities prescribed medication "Valocordin." Indications for use in such cases should be serious, because it contains a drug that can be addictive.
Typically, the drug is taken in 15-20 drops, diluted in a small amount of water. It is better to drink it before meals to enhance the effect of the drug. It is not recommended to take alcohol simultaneously with this medication and exceed the therapeutic dose. In some cases, up to 30 drops of the drug can be taken to enhance the sleeping pill.