"Ephedrine" - a psychoactive poisonous alkaloid, refers to anti-congestion drugs. Currently, the storage, sale and use of this medicine in Russia is strictly limited, since the substance causes drug dependence almost from the first dose, and also leads to negative consequences. Previously, this organic compound of plant origin was widely used as a medicine. Nevertheless, at present, in the Russian Federation, the sale of medicines with an ephedrine density of more than 10% is strictly prohibited and is controlled by state authorities.
The properties
"Ephedrine" has many positive aspects:
- raises blood pressure;
- eliminates signs of allergic manifestations;
- reduces vascular insufficiency;
- stimulates the central nervous system.
Manufacturers indicate that this decongestant is allowed to be used in the treatment of many diseases. The drug is used in therapy:
- a critical decrease in blood pressure;
- deep sleep and shock;
- extensive bleeding.
The instructions for use say that this decongestant inhibits the functioning of histamine (a compound whose function is to raise anxiety in tissues). When it is taken, they disappear - a runny nose, itching, redness and other allergic reactions. The drug is used in the treatment of sinusitis (an inflammatory process of the mucous surface of one or more paranasal sinuses) and rhinitis (an inflammatory process in the inner lining of the nasal cavity). "Ephedrine" copes with bronchial asthma.
Release Forms
The drug is available in four types:
- tablets;
- capsules;
- solution for the preparation of injections;
- solution for the treatment of ENT organs.
Act
The instructions for use say that this decongestant causes the activity of adrenergic receptors. In terms of its effect on the peripheral nervous system, the drug is similar to adrenaline, but its effect is longer and less tonic.
In a certain part of the autonomic nervous system, the ganglia of which are located at a great distance from interconnected organs and tissues, in a stressful situation, they are activated. As a result, a person gains the ability to run fast, escaping from the chase, or to stand barefoot in the snow without feeling frostbite.
"Ephedrine" sets in motion receptors, as a result of which processes that require high energy costs are switched on:
- pressure rises;
- tachycardia appears;
- blood glucose formation increases;
- skeletal muscle tone increases.
Reception "Ephedrine" helps to increase physical and intellectual abilities, a person feels a surge of strength, good mood. In most cases, athletes who seek to improve their performance in competitions compete with such a drug. Ephedrine awakens the contractility of the striated muscle tissue, and also enhances the process when more complex steroids are created from simple compounds.
How to take "Ephedrine"? The recipe for success is simple:
- Orally, the drug is prescribed in the following dosage - 0.025-0.05 grams from two to four times a day.
- Subcutaneously and intramuscularly administered 0.02-0.05 grams from one to two times a day.
- Intravenously, the drug is administered slowly slowly at 0.025-0.05 grams (5% solution) or dropwise up to 0.1 grams (in 5% glucose solution).
- As eye drops, Ephedrine is prescribed as a 5% solution.
The maximum single dosage is - 0.05 grams; the daily dose is 0.15 grams. Any appointment should be done only by a doctor, self-medication is dangerous.
Side effects
Instructions for use indicate that this decongestant, when taken not for the doctor's prescription, can cause the following negative reactions, which include:
- hand tremor;
- hyperhidrosis (increased sweating);
- headache;
- causeless alarm.
If you become addicted to Ephedrine, side effects disappear, but at the same time poisons accumulate in vital organs that interfere with their activity.