Circulatory problems leading to strokes, atherosclerosis and other serious diseases are widespread. Patients suffering from such diseases are interested in the properties of a particular drug, in the hope of finding the most effective drug. The article introduces the description of the drug “Cinnarizine”. Instructions for use are described in detail in this text.
Pharmacological properties
The drug “Cinnarizine” suppresses the intake of calcium in the cells, affects the smooth muscles of the arteries, and reduces tone. First of all, influencing the vessels of the brain, it has a vasodilating effect. In this case, almost no effect on blood pressure. The characteristics of the drug include antihistamine activity. Acting on the brain structures responsible for the coordination of movements, it reduces the excitability of the vestibular apparatus.
The drug “Cinnarizine” is produced in the form of tablets and capsules, the recommended dose of taking the drug is one, or two or three tablets three times a day after meals. Depending on the diagnosis, the medicine “Cinnarizine” can be taken by children from the age of twelve, but the dose should be reduced by half. If there is a high sensitivity to the drug, treatment begins with half the dose, gradually increasing it. To achieve the maximum effect of treatment, the course is extended. It can last several weeks or months.
Diseases in which the drug "Cinnarizine" is prescribed, instructions for use names the following diseases caused by cerebrovascular accidents:
- ischemic stroke and condition after a stroke (including hemorrhagic),
- atherosclerosis,
- craniocerebral injury.
In addition, the drug “Cinnarizine” is taken to relieve spasms of peripheral vessels and with obliterating endarteritis to improve blood circulation, Raynaud’s disease, when the lumens of the limbs are narrowed. Thanks to this medicine, patients observe an improvement in the blood supply to tissues and organs. The drug is taken as a prophylactic for migraine attacks.
People with vestibular disorders who are traveling can take Cinnarizine tablets. Instructions for use presents it as a remedy for air and sea sickness, eliminating symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, tinnitus, and vomiting. But there is an opinion of experts who do not recommend taking the Cinnarizine drug in this capacity. Consultation with a doctor is required.
Contraindications and side effects
Contraindications to taking the drug "Cinnarizine" is pregnancy and breastfeeding. In Parkinson's disease, taking the drug is recommended with caution to avoid complications. Introducing the side effects of the Cinnarizine drug, the instructions for use report that such nervous system reactions as increased fatigue, drowsiness, tremor of the extremities, and headache are possible .
The drug has an effect on the digestive system, causing dyspepsia, dry mouth, and cholestatic jaundice. To side effects of the drug Cinnarizine annotation adds an allergic reaction. In case of overdose, tremor, a strong drop in blood pressure, drowsiness, and vomiting are observed. Perhaps falling into a coma. There is no specific antidote. Therefore, gastric lavage is recommended.
If drug therapy lasts long enough, follow-up examinations of kidney, liver, and peripheral blood circulation are necessary. It is not recommended to take the drug to people who drive vehicles and engage in activities that require increased attention.
The drug "Cinnarizine", which has a positive effect on cerebral and peripheral blood circulation, can be taken only on the recommendation of a doctor.