Head injuries or impaired brain function are becoming more common. Naturally, the consequences of such pathologies can significantly affect a person’s life. It is advisable to start the fight with them from the first days of rehabilitation. For this, "Delecite" is used. Instructions for use will be presented for review below.
General description of the tool
The presented tool is a nootropic drug that is used to combat problems of the nervous system. "Delecitis" (instructions for use is always in the package) is sold in several forms: as capsules and as a solution for oral administration (intramuscular or intravenous administration). Often, the drug is used in tablet form.
One capsule contains 400 mg of choline alfoscerate. An auxiliary substance can be considered glycerol and distilled water. Capsules are coated. The package contains one blister with 14 tablets.
Indications and contraindications
If the doctor prescribed "Delecitis", the instructions for use provide such indications for use:
• Acute period after traumatic brain injury.
• Dementia (persistent decline in mental activity).
• Huntington's chorea.
• Functional disorders of the central nervous system.
• impaired memory.
• Cerebrovascular insufficiency in chronic form.
• Decreased concentration.
• Problems with consciousness.
• Recovery period after ischemic stroke.
• Senile pseudomelancholy.
If you have to take the drug "Delecitis", the instructions for use tells about these contraindications:
1. Pregnancy, as well as breastfeeding.
2. Too much sensitivity to the medicine presented.
3. Children's age.
4. A hemorrhagic stroke (its acute stage).
pharmachologic effect
The tool helps to improve the transmission of a nerve impulse to the peripheral as well as the central NS. The drug perfectly affects the plasticity of the neuron membrane, significantly reduces the cognitive impairment that occurs with vascular pathologies or degenerative lesions.
The capsule dissolves in the stomach and is absorbed in the intestine by 88%. About 45% of the total amount of active substance accumulates in the brain. Absolutely all the components of the drug take part in the general metabolism.
What unwanted effects may occur?
If you are prescribed the drug "Delecit", the instructions for use (you will read the reviews later) include the following adverse reactions:
1. Discomfort in the stomach, nausea.
2. Headache.
3. Disorientation in space.
4. Drowsiness or sleep disturbance.
5. Increased nervousness and aggressiveness.
6. Stomach pathology: ulcer or gastritis.
7. Diarrhea or constipation.
8. Ischemic pathology of the brain.
9. Pharyngitis.
If the doctor decided to prescribe "Delecit", the instructions for use (in ampoules, the drug is used if capsules are not possible) should be read in advance by the patient.
Features of dosage and drug interaction
Most often, the patient is prescribed 1 capsule 3 r / d. It is best to drink pills before meals. Capsules need to be washed down with water. The course of treatment cannot be called short, because it is at least 3 months to six months.
If a solution for oral administration is prescribed, then you will need to drink 1 bottle of 600 mg twice a day. In acute conditions, the drug is prescribed intramuscularly or intravenously (1000 mg once a day). The course of therapy lasts no more than 10 days, after which treatment continues with forms intended for oral use.
As for the interaction of the drug with other drugs, it has not been established, since relevant studies have not been conducted. If the drug is prescribed to nursing mothers, then feeding is better to stop immediately, since the substance is able to penetrate into breast milk.
If you need to take the drug "Delecit", the instructions for use (for children, this tool can be used only if the expected effect is greater than the risk) speaks of some warnings. For example, you should not, after taking the capsules, get behind the wheel of a car, work at height or control any complex mechanisms. In addition, it is undesirable to engage in work that requires a substantial concentration of attention.
Analogs, storage features, user reviews
It is desirable to contain the product in a place where ultraviolet rays do not fall. Naturally, it should be inaccessible to children. The storage temperature of the drug should not be more than 25 degrees. Warranty period of storage is 3 years. Ampoules retain their quality for 2 years.
The cost of the drug depends on the form in which you buy the medicine, and on its dosage. The price is 350-700 rubles. However, if this cost is too high for you, then you can choose other drugs with a similar effect. If Delecit is not suitable for you, the instructions for use (analogues can be no less effective) indicate the possibility of using such funds: Gliatilin, Cholitilin, Cerepro, Tsereton, Gleatser, Nookholin. However, you should consult your doctor before taking these medicines.
As for the reviews, they are contradictory. Some patients note a low effectiveness of the drug at its high cost. Many patients have a different opinion. They note that the medicine relieves headache well after injuries, eliminates lethargy. However, dry mouth as a side effect is sometimes noted. That's all the features of the drug. Do not self-medicate.