Increasingly, in recent years, vascular pathologies are revealed in patients. It can be varicose veins, hemorrhoids or other diseases. It is worth noting that the disease affects not only the elderly, but also young people. One of the effective drugs for the treatment and prevention of these ailments was Detralex. It is also used for prevention. At the same time, many consumers are wondering about whether Detralex and alcohol can be used together (what is their compatibility). Today’s article will help you answer it.
Description of the medication: composition, cost and form of release
Before you begin treatment with Detralex, you must read the instructions. It is attached to each package of the drug. A medication is produced in the form of tablets of 30 and 60 pieces. The cost depends on the number of pills in the package. A small pack will cost you about 900 rubles. For a large pack you will need to pay about 1700 rubles.
The composition of the drug includes two main components: diosmin in an amount of 450 mg and hesperidin - 50 mg. Gelatin, magnesium stearate, talc, glycerol and some others are released as additional substances.
The purpose of the drug "Detralex"
The tablets have an angioprotective and venotonic effect. Using this drug on your own is not recommended. To get an appointment, you should consult a doctor who specializes in vascular pathologies. He will conduct an examination and select the appropriate treatment regimen. Often, the drug is combined with other means and methods of correction.
Indications for the use of the drug are the following situations:
- venous lymphatic insufficiency;
- heaviness in the legs and swelling;
- pain in the lower extremities and vascular networks;
- varicose veins;
- hemorrhoids of varying severity and localization.
The drug is also prescribed for the prevention of these pathologies. In this case, a slightly different scheme and duration of application are selected.
What are the contraindications for use?
Reception of tablets "Detralex" is contraindicated for persons who have an increased sensitivity to the constituent components. Not only the main active ingredients, but also additional ones are taken into account. If you previously had an allergy to the described chemical compounds, then you should choose another remedy for treatment.
The following situations will be contraindications to the use of Detralex:
- acute renal and liver failure;
- period of breastfeeding;
- tendency to bleeding.
Many venotonic drugs are contraindicated during pregnancy. However, studies of the Detralex drug have not shown a negative effect on the fetus. The experiments were conducted on animals. Tablets can be used during pregnancy, but only as directed by a doctor. It is preferable to conduct therapy after 20 weeks.
Method of application: dosage and duration of use
Treatment with the drug "Detralex" course. The duration of administration depends on the course of the disease and its duration.
- To correct venous insufficiency and the prevention of varicose veins, you need to take 2 tablets of the drug per day (at the same time). The duration of therapy is two months.
- After surgical treatment of varicose veins, the medicine is taken in two capsules (day and evening) for 1-6 months.
- During exacerbation of hemorrhoids, you need to take 6 tablets per day for 4 days. After this, the drug is used for another 3 days, 4 tablets.
- Prevention of hemorrhoidal nodes involves taking the drug 1 capsule per day for 2-3 weeks.
It is recommended to use the drug with meals without prior grinding. So the active substance is absorbed as much as possible.
Compatibility: Detralex and alcohol
Is it possible to drink alcohol during treatment with Detralex? This question is of interest to many patients. After all, the course of treatment is quite long. If you refer to the annotation, you will not find any information about this. The manufacturer does not prohibit drinking alcohol and being treated with Detralex. But this does not mean that tablets can be washed down with alcohol. Let’s figure out if strong drinks and venotonic have compatibility.
Detralex and alcohol are not recommended to be taken together for the following reasons. The drug improves blood circulation, increases vascular tone, dilutes blood. Alcohol acts in exactly the opposite way. Alcohol drinks make the vessels flabby, expand them. With this combination, you simply will not receive any therapeutic effect from the drug. As a result, money will be wasted.
In addition to the lack of a positive result, when combining Detralex and alcohol, an increased load on the liver and kidneys occurs. If the patient has hidden or obvious pathologies of these organs, then they can be aggravated.
Negative effects of treatment (in combination with alcohol)
You already know that the drug and alcohol-containing compounds have zero compatibility. Detralex and alcohol in combination can cause completely unexpected reactions. In the best case, with this combination, you will not get any result from the treatment. Also, with the simultaneous use of tablets and alcohol, the likelihood of adverse reactions increases. Among them are the following:
- allergies (itching, rash on the skin, urticaria);
- digestive upset (nausea, diarrhea, vomiting);
- intoxication;
- dizziness and headache, loss of consciousness;
- edema.
If you still took the drug at the same time as alcohol and suddenly felt worse, you need to immediately rinse your stomach and take the sorbent. Call for emergency help and use the services of doctors.
Reviews of consumers and doctors about venotonics
Doctors say that before using the drug, you must read the annotation. The instructions for use are attached to each pack of Detralex tablets. The price of the drug is quite high. However, doctors do not recommend replacing it with cheaper analogues. Experts say that the drug "Detralex" is unique. The effect of its use becomes noticeable after a day.
Consumers who have taken this medicine are satisfied with the therapy in 90% of cases. Patients say that the medication relieves swelling, eliminates night cramps and morning tiredness in the legs. In this case, the existing expanded veins do not return to their normal state. However, all the symptoms of the disease during this period are completely removed. After discontinuation of the tablets, the symptoms of varicose veins usually return. After all, conservative therapy is not able to eliminate the disease completely. Therefore, doctors often recommend an integrated approach to treatment (surgical methods, sclerotherapy, compression underwear, and so on). Phlebologists recommend several preventive courses of the drug per year.
Finally
You have learned what will happen when combining alcohol and Detralex. Instructions for use, the price of tablets and the scheme of their application is presented to your attention. Do not use the medication yourself. If you have problems with veins and blood vessels, be sure to see a doctor. Before starting therapy, you need to conduct a thorough examination. You may need additional medications and treatments. Good luck!