The drug "PK-Merz" belongs to the group of antiparkinsonian drugs. The active ingredient is 1-adamantanamine sulfate. The medication helps to stimulate the release of dopamine from the neuronal depot, increase the sensitivity to the mediator (dopamine) of dopaminergic receptors. As a result, even with a decrease in production in the basal ganglia of dopamine, conditions are formed for the stabilization of neurophysiological processes. The tool slows down the pulsed generation of CNS motor neurons.
The medicine "PC-Merz". Indications
The medication is prescribed for Parkinson's syndrome, Parkinsonism of various nature. The tool is effective against a triad of symptoms noted on the basis of these conditions. These primarily include akinetic and rigid forms of manifestation of parkinsonism. To a lesser extent, the drug affects tremor - hyperkinetic syndrome. The PC-Merz tool recommends the use instructions for the relief of residual symptoms and pain after stereotactic interventions.
Contraindications
No medication is prescribed for prostate adenoma, glaucoma, psychomotor agitation. Means “PK-Merz” do not allow instructions for use in case of thyrotoxicosis, epilepsy, psychoses (history), states of delirium and predelirium, hypersensitivity. Contraindications include hepatic and renal pathologies in the acute and chronic stages, pregnancy, lactation.
Dosage regimen
Medication "PC-Merz" recommends taking the instructions for use after meals. The dosage regimen is set personally in accordance with the clinical picture. In the absence of other prescriptions from the doctor, it is recommended to use the tablet once during the first three days. Subsequently, the dosage is increased to two tablets per day. Dosage increase is carried out once a week. When prescribing complex treatment, the amount of medication is set personally. The second pill, if possible, is taken after lunch. Patients suffering from delirium and predelirium, confusion and agitation are prescribed reduced dosages.
Means "PC-Merz". Instructions for use. Side effects
Due to the reception, mental disorders complicated by visual hallucinations are noted. Against the background of prostate adenoma, urinary retention is observed. The negative consequences include sleep disorder, mental and motor agitation, nausea, tachycardia, arrhythmia, heart failure. The medication provokes dizziness, the appearance on the upper or lower extremities of cyanosis of the skin, dry mouth, worsening visual acuity.
additional information
Discontinuation of treatment is carried out by a gradual lowering of the dose. When prescribing a remedy for patients with circulatory or cardiac insufficiency, it is necessary to ensure constant medical supervision. The tool can affect the speed of psychomotor reactions. In this regard, it is recommended to refrain from engaging in potentially hazardous activities for the duration of treatment.