Most people suffering from joint and spinal problems often have a glucosamine deficiency. This substance is an invariable component of our cartilage. It has a direct impact on its structure and performance. If glucosamine malfunctions in the body, this can lead to partial, and later complete self-destruction of cartilage tissue. As a result, the patient experiences terrible pain and practically cannot move. The consequences of such failures can often be aggravated by additional symptoms of other diseases associated with a problem in the respiratory and musculoskeletal system. Elbona helps to solve all these problems and prevent irreversible consequences. What is this medicine? How to take it? In what forms does it happen?
Brief pharmacological characteristics of the drug
"Elbona" - a drug related to chondroprotective drugs that affect the restoration functions of joints and cartilage. This medicine has an anti-inflammatory, regenerative and analgesic effect. And because of its constituent glucosamine, these processes are accelerated, and the recovery process is much faster. As a result, the time taken by "Elbon" (doctors' reviews confirm this fact) completely stops the process of destruction of cartilage tissue and normalizes joint mobility.
In what forms is it produced?
The drug "Elbon" for joints, as a rule, is available in the following forms:
- powder;
- tableted;
- injectable.
"Elbona" is a medicine. It is intended for preoral (enters the body when swallowed through the mouth) and parenteral (administered by injection) reception. The medicine in the form of a powder is taken internally. As a rule, it is placed in a small square sachet of 2.2 g. The sachets can be sold individually or placed in large cardboard packages (which is very convenient for undergoing treatment). In one such box is up to 20 pieces of packages. The powder is a loose material of white color. It has a sweet and sour taste and a neutral smell.
In addition to the powder form, "Elbona" is in the form of one or two solutions. Usually these are transparent or translucent liquids placed in light or dark ampoules (2 ml each). Moreover, they, like powder, are neatly packed in a protective box. Each contains up to 6 such ampoules. This also includes 6 additional containers with a special solvent for subsequent injections. Less common is the tablet form of the Elbona drug. The tablets do not contain a protective shell and resemble small dragees.
What are the indications for use?
It is recommended to use this drug as directed by a doctor. It is usually prescribed for symptoms of osteoarthritis and spondylarthrosis or facet arthropathy. Also, you can not do without it with degenerative-destructive lesions of the peripheral joints. Used " Elbon" (reviews of doctors talk about this) and in combination with rehabilitative therapy. For example, a drug is most relevant during the postoperative and rehabilitation process.
What is included in the composition?
The Elbona drug (instructions for use is in each package) contains glucosamine sulfate, sodium chloride and other components. If we talk about the solution for injection, then in its composition you can find the following ingredients:
- glucosamine sulfate;
- sodium chloride;
- trometamol;
- lidocaine hydrochloride.
Distilled water and diethanolamine are present in an additional solvent capsule. The powder concentrate contains the same glucosamine sulfate, citric acid and sorbitol. The drug can only be purchased at pharmacies. He is released on prescription.
"Elbona": instructions for use
Take "Elbon" should be exactly following the instructions. So, it says that before use, the injection solution is mixed with a solvent. And this is usually done with a syringe. Then the injection site is planned and a puncture is performed in the thigh or buttock. Most often, such injections have to be done 3 times a week. In this case, one dose is about 400 mg of the drug.
Before using the “Elbona” powder form, it must first be dissolved in water. For this purpose, approximately 200 ml of liquid is suitable. The frequency of admission in this case depends on the diagnosis and is only 1-2 sachets per day. If you were not prescribed a powder or Elbona solution, but tablets, then after using them you need to drink a small amount of ordinary water. The number of doses of the tablet version of the drug depends on the indications and the complexity of the case. Usually they are consumed 2-3 times a day, regardless of the meal.
Take this medicine most often in a course that is 5-6 weeks. Then, treatment takes a break for 1-2 months, and a second course is performed.
What do they say about the drug?
Those who are faced with the drug for the first time, really want to understand how effective "Elbona" is. Reviews of doctors and patients in this situation will be just the way. For example, many users respond to the drug very positively. They claim that it was this medicine that helped them overcome the pain and made it possible to move. Others note a low price. According to them, a course of treatment with "Elbona" costs them much cheaper than other similar drugs. Still others, on the contrary, talk about the absence of any result from the remedy.
Representatives of medicine themselves are also flattering about the drug. They talk about the positive effect that the drug has on the human body. But meanwhile, they warn that, despite all its positive qualities, the drug still has contraindications. Therefore, it should not be taken without consulting a doctor. Moreover, you do not need to buy medicine based on introspection, advertising and the advice of neighbors whom you once saved from Elbon’s problems. Doctors reviews in this case they will save you from rash decisions.
Are there any side effects of the drug?
The main active ingredient in this drug is glucosamine. Usually it does not cause a negative reaction and is well tolerated. What can not be said about lidocaine, which is also part of the drug. The following negative reactions are quite possible from him:
- headaches (often having a pulsating character);
- loss of orientation in space;
- increased drowsiness, lethargy, decreased activity;
- allergic rashes and other irritations of the skin;
- frequent dizziness;
- involuntary finger movements (tremors) and muscle cramps;
- arrhythmia;
- difficulty breathing
- dry mouth
- loss of clarity of vision;
- the appearance of sound hallucinations.
Moreover, people with allergies to seafood should also wait for the drug . There is no need to start the course of administration for users with individual intolerance to a substance in the composition of the medicine.
Who should not take the drug?
As we already said, far from everyone fits the "Elbon" (injections). Reviews users who are fortunate enough to face the negative consequences of taking the drug speak for themselves. In particular, injections are not necessary for people with hypersensitivity to lidocaine or glucosamine.
It is not recommended to use the drug during pregnancy, lactation, and children under 12 years of age. Also, the drug is not suitable for patients with liver and kidney diseases, with acute heart failure. Injections are contraindicated for asthmatics and diabetics.
Can I take it with other drugs?
Sometimes the "Elbon" remedy (injection) has to be taken in combination with other drugs. This is especially true when the patient has other health problems. Another thing is that before prescribing this medicine, you should first notify your doctor about taking other synthetic drugs. This approach can protect you from unpredictable reactions in the future. So, according to doctors, when using "Elbona" there is a slowdown in metabolic processes. Therefore, this drug cannot be combined with "Propranol" and "Cimetidine" (they need a quick liver reaction).
Despite contraindications for patients with heart failure, the drug goes well with most heart medications. However, in this case, the drug is prescribed very carefully, since Elbona can increase the activity of beta-blockers. With the wrong approach, this can lead to a phased bradycardia. A combination of this drug with drugs such as Amiolaron, Verapamil and Quinidine is known. In tandem with them, this chondroprotector reduces the risk of myocardial infarction.
But with the simultaneous administration of Procainamide, the patient may experience severe headaches, shortness of breath, palpitations, and even visual hallucinations. "Elbona" has a slight diuretic and at the same time causes drowsiness. Therefore, you should not drink it with sleeping pills. But to combine with calming antidepressants (MAO inhibitors) is quite acceptable. You can not drink or administer the drug intramuscularly with antibiotics, since such a “union” will lead to impaired coordination of movements and cause involuntary muscle cramps.
How to avoid possible problems?
In short, this medication is best taken without additional combination with other medicines. Otherwise, there is a risk of additional side effects. Or you can always create an individual regimen for taking different drugs under the clear guidance of your doctor.