Disorders in the cardiovascular system are a fairly common problem. Increasingly, such pathologies are found in young people. Hypertension, if therapy is not started on time, can subsequently lead to an early heart attack or even a stroke. Therefore, when primary symptoms appear, you should immediately consult a doctor and begin treatment.
The pharmaceutical market now has a huge number of drugs that have a positive effect on the condition of the heart and blood vessels. Antiplatelet agents, for example, prevent the formation of blood clots, so they are taken to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Doctors often prescribe Cardiomagnyl to their patients. The composition and use of this drug, which belongs to the group of antiplatelet agents, we will consider in this article.
What diseases should I take?
It is worth noting that these pills not only belong to the group of antiplatelet agents, but are also a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. The fact is that the composition of the drug “Cardiomagnyl” includes acetylsalicylic acid, which has an antipyretic effect. Antiplatelet agents are actively used for the treatment and prevention of vascular diseases. They contribute to the breakdown of blood clots and blood thinning, as they prevent the attachment of red blood cells and platelets to the walls of blood vessels.
As a rule, doctors prescribe this drug not to treat existing pathologies, but to prevent their occurrence in the presence of certain risk factors. These include:
- diabetes;
- high blood pressure;
- smoking for a long time;
- alcohol dependence on hard liquors;
- overweight and severe obesity;
- hyperlipidemia, that is, an excessive amount of lipids in the blood;
- old age of the patient.
In this case, the drug is prescribed for primary prevention, in order to prevent a person from having acute heart failure or thrombosis. It should also be remembered that starting therapy with these pills is possible only after consulting a specialist. Often they are prescribed for those patients who have already suffered a heart attack or stroke to prevent their reappearance. The drug can also be prescribed to patients who have recently undergone vascular surgery. In this case, tablets should be drunk to avoid possible thromboembolism. For some patients, the drug is prescribed for unstable angina to prevent the development of a heart attack or thrombosis.
pharmachologic effect
Acetylsalicylic acid, which is part of Cardiomagnyl in tablets, can be used for prolonged use to block and suppress platelet aggregation, which contributes to blood thinning and has a beneficial effect on blood vessels. In addition, it has anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic effects, which also positively affects the general well-being of the patient. But it can have a negative effect on the organs of the gastrointestinal tract, therefore, magnesium hydroxide is also included in the composition of the cardiomagnyl preparation. It protects the walls of the stomach from the aggressive effects of acetylsalicylic acid.
Once in the human body, its active substances are almost completely absorbed in the digestive tract. In this case, magnesium does not affect the bioavailability of this acid, and therefore does not reduce its effectiveness.
What is part of Cardiomagnyl?
It was already noted above that the main active ingredients of the drug are acetylsalicylic acid and magnesium hydroxide. Together, they not only have a beneficial effect on the state of the cardiovascular system, but also protect the stomach and other organs of the gastrointestinal tract. The amount of active substance in one tablet depends on the form of release. In pharmacies, you can buy pills that contain 75 mg of acetylsalicylic acid and 15.2 mg of magnesium hydroxide. Double dosage tablets are also available. They contain 150 mg and 30.39 mg of each active substance.
The composition of "Cardiomagnyl" in tablets includes a number of auxiliary components. These are corn and potato starch, microcrystalline cellulose and magnesium stearate.
Read more about the release form and packaging
It is worth noting that the composition of "Cardiomagnyl" in tablets will depend on the specific form of release. There are only 2 of them, they differ from each other not only in different dosages of the active substance, but also in size and in the shell with which the pills are coated. Let's talk about each of them in more detail.
The most popular form of the drug is absolutely white tablets, which are additionally film-coated. One pill contains 75 mg of acetylsalicylic acid and 15.2 mg of magnesium hydroxide. It is noteworthy that these pills have a rather original heart shape, which patients respond positively to. Also in pharmacies you can buy a drug with a double dosage. It already contains 150 mg of acid and 39.43 mg of magnesium hydroxide. These pills are larger and oval. In the middle, for convenience, a special risk is applied to them, so that, if necessary, the pill can be divided into two equal parts.
The film coating of both release forms consists of talc, hypermellose and propylene glycol. The tablets are packed in jars made of dark glass. In turn, they are folded into cardboard boxes. In one package, this may contain 30 or 100 pills. The cost of the drug can vary significantly, since it depends on the number of tablets, and on the dosage, and on the region of sale. As a rule, the minimum price starts at 125 rubles. The largest package can cost 350 rubles or more. In a pharmacy, the product can be purchased without presenting a prescription prescribed by your doctor. The shelf life of these tablets is only 3 years. At the same time, they should be stored in a dark and dry place.
What pathologies can not be taken?
Safe drug called "Cardiomagnyl" instruction. The composition of the medication includes acetylsalicylic acid, the intake of which is often easily tolerated by the body and does not cause severe side effects. But not all categories of patients can take pills. The instructions also indicate a list of contraindications in which the patient's well-being may worsen after the start of treatment. Therefore, it is important to consult a doctor who, if necessary, will pick you a more gentle means.
For what diseases and pathologies is it not recommended to take the medicine? We list the main ones:
- cerebral hemorrhage, since blood thinning will only exacerbate the current problem;
- severe renal failure;
- bronchial asthma, which is caused by the uncontrolled intake of NSAIDs and drugs containing salicylic acid;
- erosive and ulcerative lesions of the stomach and other organs of the digestive tract, which are in the acute stage;
- stomach or intestinal bleeding.
Do not take these pills for children and adolescents under 18 years of age. If they have problems with the cardiovascular system, they are prescribed more sparing agents. You can not drink tablets in the first and third trimester of pregnancy and during breastfeeding. A contraindication to use is also an increased sensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid and other substances that make up the tablets. Do not prescribe the drug if the patient has a history of bleeding, as it helps to thin the blood.
There are also a number of conditional contraindications in which the patient is allowed to drink these tablets only under the supervision of a doctor. With caution, specialists prescribe medicine for patients with gout, renal or hepatic insufficiency, hyperuricemia and bronchial asthma. And although magnesium hydroxide protects the stomach from exposure to acetylsalicylic acid, the drug is rarely prescribed for patients with a history of gastrointestinal lesions, including ulcerative.
How to take pills?
In order for the drug to effectively affect the condition of the heart and blood vessels, it is necessary to strictly adhere to its instructions for use. "Cardiomagnyl" composition is safe, but before treatment, it is still worth consulting with a specialist. He will select the necessary dosage based on your medical history.
Tablets are recommended to be washed down with a large amount of clean water, while chewing them is not necessary. But if necessary, you can still break in half or grind into powder before use. The dosage of the drug will depend on the patient's indications. So, for example, to prevent the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases, it is recommended to use one tablet containing 150 mg of acetylsalicylic acid on the first day. Then the dosage is reduced to 75 mg of the active substance per day. The duration of the course of treatment is determined by the doctor individually.
In order to prevent a recurrence of a heart attack, thrombosis or stroke, the patient should drink one tablet (75 or 150 mg) of the drug per day. Doubled dosage is prescribed in more severe cases. Patients with unstable angina, as well as people who have recently undergone vascular surgery, take a similar amount of the drug.
Side effects
Safe even for prolonged use is called "Cardiomagnyl" instruction. The composition includes time-tested active ingredients, so that its administration is well tolerated even by elderly patients. In the reviews, people also indicate that side effects are extremely rare. But in some cases, patients still observed a significant deterioration in well-being after the start of treatment.
So, often patients complain of a violation of the digestive tract. A fairly common symptom is heartburn, often accompanied by nausea. In severe cases, it can develop into vomiting. Patients may complain of discomfort and abdominal pain. In rare cases, more severe pathologies are diagnosed, including esophagitis, stomatitis, colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, and even stomach bleeding. In patients already having diseases of the digestive tract, ulcer perforation may occur.
Since acetylsalicylic acid promotes blood thinning, patients sometimes complain of increased bleeding. In extremely rare cases, serious pathologies may also appear: anemia, neuropenia, eosinophilia, thrombocytopenia, and some others. The respiratory system may respond to cardiomagnyl by the appearance of bronchospasm.
Often, patients complain of disturbances in the functioning of the nervous system. After starting taking the pills, they have headaches and severe dizziness. Patients can suffer from both insomnia and increased drowsiness. A rather rare side effect is tinnitus.
Cardiomagnyl can also trigger allergic reactions. Often, the patient’s skin suffers from them - they complain of severe itching and hives. In exceptional cases, dangerous Quincke's edema, as well as anaphylactic reactions, are diagnosed. Recall that if any side effects occur, you should immediately stop taking and consult a doctor if your health continues to deteriorate.
Symptoms of an overdose and its treatment
In the instructions for the drug, all possible side effects, contraindications and the composition of Cardiomagnyl are described in detail. Its use will be most effective if you strictly follow the indicated dosage and the instructions of your doctor. Deterioration of health can be observed with an overdose of the drug. You can recognize it by the following symptoms:
- nausea, eventually developing into vomiting;
- tinnitus, which is followed by hearing impairment;
- dizziness and confusion.
In case of an overdose of tablets, first aid should be given to the patient immediately. It is necessary to rinse his stomach and give a few tablets of activated charcoal in order to slow down the absorption of active substances. Then symptomatic therapy is carried out until the patient's condition returns to normal.
Much more dangerous is a severe overdose of the drug, which can lead to the death of the patient. You should immediately consult a doctor if you notice the following symptoms in a patient:
- fever;
- respiratory failure or hyperventilation, that is, too intense breathing;
- symptoms of hypoglycemia;
- cardiovascular failure and others.
If you do not consult a doctor on time, the patient may fall into a coma. He needs immediate hospitalization and the qualified help of specialists.
Concomitant use with other drugs
The composition "Cardiomagnyl" (75 mg or 150 mg) is considered safe and compatible with other drugs. And yet, while taking with some drugs, acetylsalicylic acid can enhance their effectiveness. These include:
- hypoglycemic agents;
- methotrexate;
- heparin;
- valproic acid;
- digoxin and others.
special instructions
And although the composition of the drug “Cardiomagnyl” contains a safe and time-tested acetylsalicylic acid, you need to take the drug only after consulting a specialist. With prolonged use, it can provoke the appearance of bronchospasm and internal bleeding. Therefore, before surgery, you should discuss with your doctor the need to temporarily stop taking the pills. Due to the composition of Cardiomagnyl (150 or 75 mg), it is recommended that patients who are prone to gout be advised to take with caution. The fact is that prolonged use of acetylsalicylic acid in low doses can provoke the appearance of symptoms of this disease.
It is not recommended to drink more tablets than indicated in the instructions. This will not affect the effectiveness of the drug, but will increase the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding.
Cardiomagnyl and analogues
The composition of the drug includes acetylsalicylic acid, which is quite common in pharmaceuticals, so in pharmacies you can easily choose a suitable analogue for yourself. So, the following drugs have a similar principle of action:
- Thrombital;
- Trombital Forte;
- ThromboMag;
- "TromboASS".
"Cardiomagnyl" composition is almost identical to its counterparts, however, the dosage of active substances may vary. Some preparations, for example, ThromboASS, contain only acetylsalicylic acid without the addition of magnesium hydroxide. Some drugs (CardioActive Taurine) have a similar principle of action and also have a positive effect on the cardiovascular system, but are not its direct counterparts.
Although the composition of Cardiomagnyl and its substitutes is practically the same, you should not arbitrarily change one medicine to another, it is best to consult your doctor.
Positive feedback from doctors and patients
Both doctors and patients tend to respond positively to this drug. They call it an effective drug that really has a beneficial effect on the heart and blood vessels. Doctors indicate that their patients practically do not complain about the appearance of side effects. Most often, experts prescribe it to older people over 50 years of age, whose well-being improves significantly after starting treatment. At the same time, it can be used on an ongoing basis without the risk of complications and side effects. However, doctors believe that taking the medicine is necessary only under the supervision of a specialist.
Patients who drink the drug for a long time, also in their reviews call it an effective remedy. They did not feel deterioration. But their blood condition improved over time, and the pressure returned to normal. They like the drug because of its low price. You need to take such medications on an ongoing basis, so not all people can afford expensive drugs. And for a small amount, you can purchase a large package of Cardiomagnyl (100 tablets of 150 mg each). They consider the composition to be absolutely safe, since it includes time-tested acetylsalicylic acid. Such packaging is enough for several months of reception, while it will cost only about 350 rubles.
Negative reviews
And although the composition of “Cardiomagnyl" in tablets is considered quite effective and safe, its active ingredients are not suitable for all patients. . . , . , - . , , . .
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