The drug "Curantil" has been used in medicine for a long time. He managed to establish himself as one of the best medicines designed to normalize blood circulation. In recent years, the drug began to be used in gynecology. During pregnancy, an additional circle of blood circulation appears in the woman’s body, which connects the mother with the fetus. Unfortunately, insufficiency of the fetoplacental functional system is quite common, therefore, many women in position are prescribed this drug. In its absence, pregnant women can purchase any analogue of Curantil, for example, Dipyridamole or Persantine medicines. All of them have the same active substance and the same indications for use.
How does the drug "Curantil" in the body?
This medication belongs to the group of myotropic vasodilator drugs. The vasodilating effect of the drug is aimed at the arterioles, which are located in the brain, therefore this drug is often used to improve cerebral circulation. However, the medication dilates other vessels, including the placental. The drug acts on the immune system by activating interferons and has a vasodilating effect. Thanks to this medication, the body is easier to resist viral infections. The analogue of Curantil has the same effects - the drug Dipyridamole.
Indications for use of the drug
Since the medication has a vasodilating effect, it is prescribed for ischemic organ damage. First of all, it is indicated for patients who have suffered a stroke or heart attack. The drug can be used to prevent insufficient cerebral or coronary circulation. It is prescribed for patients with a predisposition to thrombosis of any location, for example, with varicose veins.
Prevention of insufficiency of fetoplacental circulation is another indication for the use of the medication.
The drug should be taken by patients who underwent surgery to replace the heart valve. In this case, its use is necessary to avoid vascular thromboembolism. The drug is used in small doses (25 mg each) for the prevention of viral infections. The analogue of Curantil, the medicine Dipyridamole, is indicated for the same diseases as the main drug. In the absence of the first in the pharmacy, you can safely replace it with the second.
Medication "Curantil": analogues and prices
Medicines “Curantil”, “Dipyridamole”, “Persantine” have the same active substance, therefore, there are no structural differences between the drugs. The difference is in the form of release, price, prevalence. Another difference is the manufacturer. The Curantil medication is available in the form of tablets with a dosage of 25 and 75 mg of the active substance.
The price of the drug ranges from 350 to 550 rubles per pack (100 tablets). The analogue “Curantil” (the medicine “Dipyridamole”) is available in the form of a suspension intended for oral administration, or tablets. One bottle contains 150 ml of the drug. The daily dose of the drug is 300 mg, which is approximately equal to 6 teaspoons. The medication must be taken 3 times a day an hour before meals. The cost of the drug is about 65 rubles.
Another analogue of the drug "Curantil" is a solution for injection "Persantine". This medication is administered intravenously, so it quickly enters the bloodstream. The price of the drug is about 210 rubles. By prescription, you can buy both the drug itself and any analogue of Curantil. During pregnancy, it is necessary to discuss with the doctor the daily dose of the medication, for which the prescribed drug was replaced.
Contraindications to the use of the drug
It should be remembered that the drug "Curantil" is a potent drug, therefore, in some severe conditions of the body, its use is prohibited. Contraindications to the use of the drug include:
- Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or excipients.
- Unstable angina pectoris or myocardial infarction.
- Decompensated heart failure.
- Low or high blood pressure (up to critical values).
- Exacerbation of a stomach ulcer or duodenum.
- Children's age (up to 12 years).
- Aortic stenosis.
- Chronic renal and hepatic failure.
Drug Reviews
Medication "Curantil" is prescribed quite often. This is due to its high efficiency and quality. Most patients respond positively to this drug. Since side effects from this vasodilator are rare, many patients prefer the Curantil medication. Analogues of the drug are also popular among patients with circulatory failure.