The medicine "Actovegin" is an extract of calf blood freed from protein. It is used for preventive purposes, as well as for the treatment of ischemic and hypoxic damage to organs and tissues and the complications caused by them.
pharmachologic effect
The drug "Actovegin" enhances metabolism, increasing the transport and accumulation of oxygen and glucose and enhancing their absorption process. In addition, it accelerates the blood supply to the body.
Indications for use
The drug "Actovegin", the instructions for use (injections) of which indicate a wide range of its purpose, can be used for various diseases:
- Violation of venous and arterial circulation.
- With varicose veins of the lower extremities.
- Ulcers of various origins, especially slowly healing skin defects, trophic ulcers, bedsores.
- Violation of vascular tone.
- Cerebrovascular insufficiency.
- Burns.
- Various traumatic brain injuries.
- Age-related disorders - Alzheimer's disease, dementia
Mode of application
The drug "Actovegin" is prescribed (instructions for use (injections) indicate various doses and patterns of use), here the type and severity of the disease should be taken into account.
If the drug is prescribed intravenously or intraarterially, then depending on the severity of the disease, the initial dose may be from 10 to 20 ml. The drug can be administered intravenously or intravenously, and it can also be administered intramuscularly, but it is not recommended to add other drugs to the Actovegin medication - solution for injection. Depending on the disease and its severity, the dose is prescribed by a doctor. In some serious diseases of the central nervous system, the drug "Actovegin" (injections) is prescribed to children even from two to three months.
In addition to injections, Actovegin is produced in the form of ointments, creams, gels, and dragees.
Parenteral administration of the drug "Actovegin" is prescribed quite carefully, since an allergic reaction of the body is possible. Before the appointment should be a test introduction, providing the conditions for emergency assistance.
Gel "Actovegin" is good enough to cleanse and treat ulcers and open wounds. With burns and lesions with radiation sickness, it is slightly applied to areas of the skin, and in the treatment of various kinds of ulcers, it is smeared with a large layer and covered with a sterile compress. With wet wounds, the dressing is replaced several times a day, in normal cases - 1 time per week. Actovegin cream helps heal wounds. Used after the formation of pressure sores. Eye gel “Actovegin” is squeezed 1 drop directly into the eye, twice or thrice a day.
With prolonged treatment of ulcers and wounds to accelerate their healing, Actovegin ointment is slightly applied to the skin, after the treatment with gel or cream. It can also be used to prevent pressure sores. If it is used for the prevention of radiation injuries of the skin, then it is applied immediately after or between radiation sessions.
Side effects
When using the drug "Actovegin" instructions for use (injections) indicate minor side effects. The patient may experience some minor allergic reactions: sweating, hives, fever, feelings of a rush of blood. In this case, treatment should be discontinued and consult a doctor.
Contraindications
The medicine "Actovegin" (instructions for use (injections) indicate exactly this) cannot be used in any way with hypersensitivity to the drug. With some caution, it is prescribed during pregnancy and is undesirable when breastfeeding. It is not recommended for children under 3 years of age.
Release form
The drug is available in the form of dragee forte, solutions for injection and infusion, gel, ointment and cream, as well as an eye gel.
Storage conditions
The drug is stored at a temperature not exceeding + 10C in a dry place.