The life of a modern person is associated with constant psycho-emotional and physical overload, a high risk of stressful situations. All this is not the best way affects the nervous system. As a result, various neuroses develop, sleep is disturbed, fatigue increases. To combat these phenomena, the pharmaceutical drug Persen is used.
Persen is available in pill and capsule form. The drug in capsules has a more pronounced effect and is called Persen Forte.
The pharmaceutical preparation Persen Forte belongs to the group of sedatives. Its reception is indicated for emotional stress, mental overload, sleep disturbance, increased irritability.
Persen is particularly attractive to many patients in that it contains only components of plant origin. These are plants with pronounced sedative and antispasmodic effects - valerian root extract, lemon balm leaf extract and peppermint leaf extract. Valerian root has a pronounced sedative effect. Melissa leaves have a calming and antispasmodic effect. Peppermint relieves spasm of smooth muscles. The use of these herbs in the complex gives a good sedative effect, quickly relieves stress, normalizes sleep.
Persen Forte is available in soft gelatin capsules, which dissolve easily in the stomach when taken orally.
Taking the drug
The drug is indicated for use by adults and children over 12 years old. The daily dose is 3-6 capsules. An overdose is possible with a single dose of more than ten capsules of Persen. The drug does not have a toxic effect. Perhaps the appearance of weakness, abdominal cramps, dizziness, trembling fingers. On examination of such a patient, dilated pupils, skin moisture, and anxiety are determined. The indicated symptoms of an overdose completely disappear within a day. To remove the overdose, the stomach is freed from the remnants of the drug by washing and symptomatic therapy.
In case of sleep disturbance, poor falling asleep and insomnia, taking one capsule of Persen Forte is shown one hour before bedtime. The effect of the drug usually manifests itself no later than a few tens of minutes after ingestion. The duration of the drug is determined individually. Since this medicine is not addictive and can be taken for a long time, withdrawal does not develop after discontinuation. But, nevertheless, it is not recommended to take it continuously for more than one month.
Overdose and side effects
Persen Forte is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to the individual components of the drug, for children under 12 years of age. Due to the fact that the effect of the drug during pregnancy and lactation is not well understood, it is recommended to exclude its use at this time. The appointment of Persen during pregnancy is permissible only if the expected effect of its use is higher than the possible harm to the fetus.
The drug does not have pronounced side effects. Perhaps the development of an allergic reaction with intolerance to individual components. With prolonged use, a decrease in peristalsis activity and subsequent constipation may develop. Unlike many other sedative drugs, Persen Forte does not affect the mental reaction and can be safely used by persons driving vehicles, or working with various mechanisms. If Persen is prescribed, side effects in the form of an allergic reaction and constipation are possible with significant doses of this medicine.
The sedative Persen in cases of neurosis of various origins allows for several days to reduce the manifestation of the symptoms of diseases, normalize sleep, improve the general condition of the patient.