Circulatory disorders have become a real problem in modern society. There are many reasons for this pathological condition. These are violations of nutrition rules, nervous overstrain, environmental degradation, stressful conditions ... Specialists refer Nicergoline, analogues and synonyms of this drug to modern vasodilators that help from such an ailment.
The composition of the drug and the form of release
An effective drug for the normalization of cerebral circulation is available in a form convenient for therapy: in ampoules and tablets. In ampoules for injection contains:
- nicergoline in the form of a white powder and excipients;
- sodium chloride to dissolve the powder.
The tablet form of the drug consists of active and auxiliary substances:
- nicergoline;
- potato starch;
- milk sugar;
- excipients.
“Nicergoline Ferein” manufacturers also produce in ampoule and tablet form. The active substance is nicergoline, which belongs to the group of alpha-blockers.
Action on arteries and blood vessels
After oral administration or injection of the drug into the body, the active substance begins to act on the arteries of the brain, resulting in:
- cerebral circulation function improves;
- vascular resistance decreases;
- arterial blood flow increases;
- improves the consumption and absorption of oxygen and glucose by tissues and brain cells.
The active substance also affects the work of the lungs and the respiratory system as a whole.
- Expands blood vessels in the lungs, improving blood circulation to the respiratory system.
- Normalizes blood supply to the limbs.
In addition, in most patients, while taking “Nicergoline”, normalization of blood pressure and a decrease in vascular tone are observed.
Indications for use for treatment
The drug "Nicergoline" itself, analogues and synonyms of this medicinal adrenoblocker should be taken only after a detailed consultation and as directed by a doctor. These drugs are prescribed for complex vascular pathologies.
- With persistent dysfunctions of cerebral metabolic vessels. This pathology can be diagnosed in the patient in both acute and chronic forms and develops against the background of hypertension, atherosclerosis, embolism, thrombosis, ischemic and vascular problems.
- With circulatory disorders of the peripheral parts of the brain.
- With complex manifestations of migraine.
- In acute disorders of blood supply to the limbs.
- With pathological processes in the cornea of the eyes.
- In the complex treatment of hypertensive crises.
- With diabetic retinopathy and optic neuropathy.
A wide range of indications for use makes this drug of the blocker group a universal tool in the treatment of central and peripheral circulatory disorders. In addition, the effect of taking "Nicergoline" is observed quickly, since the maximum concentration of the active substance is diagnosed in the body within an hour after administration.
The use and dosage of the drug
Specialists draw the attention of patients to the fact that you should not independently deviate from the dosage and the rules for taking the Nicergoline drug. Analogues of this drug should also be selected by the doctor if necessary, the doctor at the same time adjusts their dosage and regularity of admission.
As a rule, doctors prescribe their patients an adrenergic blocker in the following dosage:
- in the form of intramuscular injections twice a day, 2-4 mg, depending on the severity of the pathological process with a course of treatment of 5 days;
- in tablet form, the drug is prescribed for 1-2 tablets three times a day with a course of treatment of 3 weeks.
For better absorption of the tablets, they are recommended to be taken immediately before meals. In addition, doctors draw the attention of their patients to the fact that this medicine is characterized by delayed excretion from the body, which can lead to the accumulation of the active substance and an overdose.
Side effects
“Nicergoline” leads to various side effects and undesirable manifestations in the body. Analogs of it can also provoke a similar undesirable symptomatology during administration.
- Perhaps a sharp decrease in blood pressure, accompanied by dizziness up to loss of consciousness.
- Nausea and stomach pain, problems with the gastrointestinal tract are also often accompanied by adrenergic blocking.
- An increase in body temperature, drowsiness should also alert the patient if they manifested themselves while taking “Nicergoline” or analogues of the drug.
- Side effects can also occur locally in the form of an allergic rash, itching, redness of certain areas of the skin.
If you find symptoms of side effects while taking adrenergic blockers, you should consult your doctor for a correction of the therapeutic effect.
Drug Analogs
To analogues of "Nicergoline", experts include medicines that have an identical (similar) active substance. In most cases, doctors prescribe Nicergoline to patients, the price of which is considered the most affordable in the modern pharmaceutical market:
- the price of ampoule forms of the drug ranges from 700 rubles for a complete drug complex with saline (5 ampoules);
- the price of a tablet preparation is on average about 300 rubles per 30 tablets.
The absolute analogues include Sermion, Ergotop. Instructions for use, the price of the latter differs little from the features of "Nicergoline", with the exception of a higher cost.
The main active ingredient is nicergoline and in an analogue called "Sermion". The instruction, the price of this drug is also identical to "Nicergoline", but the latter is able to fluctuate upwards:
- the ampoule of the powder together with the solution is estimated by manufacturers within 700 rubles;
- tablet form - from 350 rubles for 30 tablets.
Whatever drug the doctor chooses for the patient, do not forget that you need to be treated correctly, observing all the recommendations and dosage. You should also not one hundred percent trust reviews about medicines, since the body of each person is individual. Specialists draw the attention of patients to the fact that nicergoline acts as the active substance of all these drugs. The price of the original medicine can also speak in its favor.