The drug "Egiloc", containing in its composition the active substance metoprolol, belongs to the group of drugs that are commonly called beta-blockers. The drug "Egilok" has a complex effect on the patient's body, namely, its antiarrhythmic, antianginal and antihypertensive properties are noted.
The drug "Egilok." Indications for use.
The main indications for the use of the drug "Egilok" instructions for use are:
- arterial hypertension;
- heart failure ;
- IHD, angina pectoris;
- violation of the heart rhythm;
- secondary prevention of myocardial infarction;
- disorders of cardiac activity;
- tachycardia;
- prophylactic against migraine;
- hyperthyroidism.
To achieve the maximum therapeutic effect, rather small concentrations of metoprolol in the blood are sufficient, therefore, patients are usually prescribed a drug in the amount of one tablet per day.
Fast and complete (95%) absorption in the digestive tract of the drug "Egilok" is observed, the instructions for use indicate the maximum concentration of the drug in plasma after 1.5 hours. Moreover, taking the drug together with food increases its bioavailability by about 40%. These indicators do not change depending on the age of the patient.
The medicine "Egilok." Side effects and contraindications.
There are several contraindications to the drug "Egilok", the instructions for use does not recommend its use in the following cases:
- if there is a special sensitivity to metoprolol or to other components of the drug, as well as to other drugs - beta-blockers;
- sinus bradycardia (clinically expressed), a significant reduction in the number of heart contractions;
- cardiogenic shock ;
- arterial hypotension ;
- heart failure;
Intravenous administration of verapomil at the same time as treatment with the Egilok preparation is not recommended; instructions for use indicate the possibility of side effects when taking MAO inhibitors.
Special care should be taken when taking the drug during pregnancy. This can only be justified if the need for treatment with the named drug is vital for the mother's body and is considered the predominant factor over the potential risk to the fetus.
Otherwise, close monitoring of the baby should be established within 48 - 72 hours after birth, because there is a risk of developing arterial hypotension, hypoglycemia, respiratory depression, cases of growth retardation in newborns are known. There are also special instructions for prescribing the drug "Egilok", the instructions for use with caution recommend that you treat children under the age of 18 with medication.
Despite the high effectiveness of the Egilok preparation, there is a list of its side effects on the patient’s body that arise in case of inattentive attitude to the dosage or ignoring contraindications to its use. Negative effects may occur in the form of:
- headache, fatigue or weakness;
- slowed down speed of mental and motor functions;
- decrease in concentration of attention;
- insomnia or, conversely, drowsiness, accompanied by "nightmare" dreams;
- impaired memory and confusion;
- decreased vision and muscle weakness;
- lowering blood pressure, palpitations, arrhythmias;
- violations of myocardial conduction;
- exacerbations of psoriasis, urticaria, skin itching or rash;
- nasal congestion and dry mouth;
- hypoglycemia, especially in insulin-dependent patients;
- shortness of breath and weight gain.
Special instructions for taking the drug "Egilok".
In order to use Egiloc as a medicine, prior consultation with a doctor is necessary. This need is due to the many possible side effects during treatment.
Special care should be taken in patients with diagnosed diabetes mellitus, if necessary, they need to correct glucose levels.
During the entire treatment period, the patient should have blood pressure and heart rate monitored.
As for the treatment of patients with severe heart failure, it is only possible at the stage of compensation.
Taking the drug "Egilok" can provoke a violation of peripheral circulation.
Attention! To cancel "Egilok" the instruction for use strongly recommends gradually lowering the daily dose in a 10-day period, otherwise you can cause an increase in blood pressure, angina attacks.