In case of digestive disturbance, the development of fermentation processes in the stomach, impaired NS functionality, and a change in intestinal contraction, a large amount of gas can begin to accumulate in the intestinal canal. They stretch the organ, contribute to circulatory and respiratory disorders, the appearance of signs of intoxication. Carminative drugs are used to reduce or stop gas formation in the intestines. One of the most effective is Pepphys, the instructions for use confirm this.
Characterization and description of the drug
Pepphiz - tablets containing such active ingredients as papain, simethicone and fungal diastase. As auxiliary components, substances such as sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, citric acid, flavoring, coloring and others are used.
This drug is enzymatic, carminative. It helps to accelerate the motility of the gastrointestinal tract, reduce the formation of gases, normalize the digestion process, the absorption of proteins and carbohydrates.
According to the instructions for use, "Pepphiz" is available in the form of effervescent tablets with a pink tint, having the smell of an orange. One package contains one, two or seven strips, each of which contains two tablets.
Doctors prescribe a medication for such pathologies and conditions:
- flatulence resulting from gastrointestinal tract pathologies;
- the use of alcohol, caffeine, nicotine;
- binge eating;
- kidney disease
- chronic pancreatitis;
- non-ulcer dyspepsia;
- enteritis;
- the formation of gases after surgery;
- preparation for ultrasound and radiography.
One tablet contains 419 milligrams of sodium, so salt intake should be limited during therapy.
Drug action
According to the instructions "Pepphys" normalizes the functionality of the digestive tract, the process of digestion of food. The active components that make up the drug are digestive enzymes, which help to improve the absorption of proteins and carbohydrates, reduce the tension of gas bubbles, as a result of which they decompose. Gases are absorbed by the intestinal walls and are eliminated due to its peristalsis from the body.
When it enters the water, the tablet dissolves quickly in it, sodium citrate and potassium citrate begin to be released, they neutralize the acidity in the stomach, reduce the manifestation of negative symptoms, which is associated with increased acidity. The drug helps to protect digestive enzymes from exposure to gastric juice.
"Pepphys": instructions for use
Tablets must be taken after a meal. To do this, one pill is dissolved in half a glass of clean still water, taken two or three times a day. In preparation for the examination, it is recommended to use two tablets twice a day, in the morning and evening. Do this two days before the procedure.
Usage restrictions
According to the instructions for use and reviews, "Pepfiz" can not be taken in the presence of such pathologies and conditions:
- High susceptibility to the components of the drug.
- Arterial hypertension.
- Childhood.
- Pathologies of the kidneys and liver in a severe form.
- The period of gestation and breastfeeding.
Side effects and overdose
Typically, Pepphiz is well tolerated by patients. Adverse reactions are possible only if there is a high susceptibility to the components of the drug. In this case, a person may experience an allergic reaction.
In medicine, cases of drug overdose have not been described. When using a large number of tablets, it is necessary to rinse the stomach and consult a doctor.
The drug can be used simultaneously with other drugs, except antacids. It does not affect the ability to drive a car or other mechanisms.
How to store medicine?
According to the instructions for use, Pepfiz should be stored in a dark, dry place where the air temperature does not exceed twenty-five degrees. The shelf life of the drug is two years from the date of release. After this, the medicine must be disposed of. Children should not have access to medication.
Cost and purchase of the drug
You can buy medicine at every pharmacy in the country. For this, you do not need a prescription from a doctor. The cost of the medicine is about eighty rubles per pack of fourteen tablets.
Analogs
There are many enzyme preparations on the pharmaceutical market that have a similar therapeutic effect. Doctors can prescribe different drugs to eliminate flatulence and other problems.
The following analogues of Pepfiza are often used:
- "Abomin" contains a complex of enzymes that break down proteins, in the amount of 50,000 units. Its cost is one hundred seventy rubles.
- Wobenzym contains pancreatin, proterol, papain, bromelain, amylase, trypsin and other components. Its price is one thousand eight hundred and seventy rubles for a package of two hundred pills.
- "Biozim", which includes pancreatin. The price of the drug is quite high. For ninety tablets will have to pay more than two thousand rubles.
- "Nygeda." The composition of the drug contains such enzymes that decompose fats of plant and animal origin.
- "Somilase", which contains amylase and lipase. The drug can be purchased only by reservation.
- Espumisan, which includes simethicone. Its cost is about three hundred and seventy rubles per pack of twenty-five capsules. The drug is also produced in the form of an emulsion.
- Meteospasmil is composed of simethicone. The price is three hundred and eighty-five rubles.
- "Simikol", the composition of the drug includes simethicone and alverin citrate. The price is two hundred rubles.
- "Bobotik" is a preparation in the form of an emulsion that contains simethicone. The cost of the medicine is two hundred eighty six rubles.
The use of any of the above drugs should be previously agreed with the doctor, self-medication is not recommended.
Reviews
Pepphiz reviews are mostly good. Many patients note the high effectiveness of the medication and its low cost, as well as a pleasant taste. The medicine in a short period of time eliminates flatulence, relieves the condition. Some argue that the drug eliminates negative symptoms within ten minutes.
Among the shortcomings, many note that recently the drug is not available in all pharmacies. Also, many are unhappy that its composition contains fragrances and dyes.
The instructions for the medication say that it should not be taken during pregnancy, but, according to some pregnant women, doctors prescribed them a drug, focusing on the fact that it can be used in extreme cases.
Today in the pharmaceutical market you can find a huge number of similar drugs. Therefore, if it is not possible to purchase Pepfiz, the doctor may advise another remedy available on the market.
Conclusion
Pepfiz is a combined herbal preparation. It acts as one of the types of defoamers, but its effectiveness is increased due to the presence of enzymes in it. The tablets have natural acid resistance, they are used in liquid form, for this the tablet is dissolved in water. The medicine quickly and effectively eliminates unpleasant symptoms, which are associated with increased acidity of the stomach, gas formation, and digestive disorders.
Doctors often prescribe this medicine to their patients, as it has proven to be effective. Unfortunately, today the drug can be found with difficulty, as evidenced by numerous reviews. But those who used it were satisfied, because in a short time they got rid of many problems.
The drug does not cause the development of adverse reactions, has a small list of contraindications. Doctors allow its use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, although in the instructions this is a contraindication.