In the article, we consider the instructions for use for the Acipol preparation. It is a drug that is able to regulate the balance of microflora in the intestine. The composition of the drug includes: a polysaccharide produced by kefir fungi, and acidophilic lactobacilli, which are antagonists of microorganisms with parasitic ability or conditional pathogenicity. Against the background of the use of “Acipol” according to the instructions, its corrective effect on the intestinal microflora is observed, the immunological reactivity of the body increases .
Pharmacological forms
The manufacturer produces the drug in a single pharmacological form - capsule. Use the medication orally. Capsules have an oblong shape, inside the gelatin shell is a medicinal powder with a characteristic sour-milk smell and cream color. Capsules are packaged in packaging made of plastic. Each package can contain 10, 20, 30 capsules.
In accordance with the instructions for use, in capsules "Acipol" is the most convenient tool compared to other drugs produced in the form of powders, drops, tablets. The shell of the drug is made of gelatin, which helps protect its contents from the effects of gastric juice. Thus, it enters the intestines intact and has retained its valuable properties. Once in the patient’s body, the capsule dissolves under the influence of enzymes, releasing the powder inside.
What else does the instruction for Acipol tell us?
Description
The medication is included in the group of probiotics, under its influence, the intestinal microflora is normalized. Against the background of the use of “Acipol”, the symptoms of dysbiosis, digestive disorders are stopped. The medication is equally effective as an independent therapy tool, and as an element of a comprehensive treatment aimed at intestinal infections, food allergies, atopic dermatitis. Thanks to “Acipol”, not only the balance of microflora is restored, but also nonspecific immunity is strengthened due to its general strengthening effect.
Structure
The described effects are due to the correct composition. The “Acipole” contains dried lactobacilli, kefir fungus polysaccharides. Organisms contained in the preparation retain their beneficial properties even after lyophilization, although they are inactive. Their activation occurs after contact with milk or water. After 5 hours, their full activity is observed.
Polysaccharides are obtained by growing kefir fungus in culture media. Then they are inactivated. In this form, they are placed in the capsule shell. Polysaccharides are an excellent breeding ground for lactobacilli.
That is, the composition of “Acipol” includes milk bacteria necessary for the intestine and at the same time a nutrient medium for them, contributing to their abundant settlement.
As auxiliary ingredients in the preparation are used: gelatin, red iron oxide, titanium dioxide. These components do not possess pharmacological activity.
Is Acipol suitable for children? The instructions for use contain such information, we will consider them below.
Pharmacological group
The drug is included in the group of probiotic drugs. Due to the fact that the composition of Acipol also contains a nutrient medium, some experts prefer to attribute the drug to the group of synbiotics.
Indications for use
“Acipol” has a wide range of effects, which allows it to be used in the treatment of various deviations. The following effects are characteristic of the drug:
- Kefir mushroom is able to stimulate the immune system, which increases the maturation of lymphocytes in the spleen and thymus.
- The process of cleavage in the intestines of saccharides improves, and therefore the medication is often used as an element of complex therapy for lactase deficiency.
- Increases resistance to a variety of infectious pathogens.
- The lactobacilli in the medicine take part in the synthesis of vitamins belonging to group B and of particular importance for the health of the nervous system and skin.
- Intestinal acidity is regulated through the production of lactic acid. As a result, the death of pathogenic microorganisms is observed, dysbiosis is eliminated.
- The activity of opportunistic, pathogenic bacteria is inhibited. In some cases, this avoids the need for antibiotic use.
This is confirmed by the instructions for use with Acipol. We will discuss reviews about the drug further.
Adult patients are often prescribed:
- As an element of a comprehensive restorative treatment, if frequent colds, nutritional errors, chronic stresses are noted.
- For diseases of an allergic nature, including atopic dermatitis.
- With respiratory diseases that have a long course and are accompanied by a decrease in the protective functions of the body.
- With prolonged use of antibiotic agents.
- With diarrhea, disorders of the digestive tract, which are provoked by the action of opportunistic microorganisms.
- In inflammatory processes that have a chronic form and occurring in the intestine.
- When infected with intestinal infections, including rotavirus, salmonellosis, dysentery.
- With dysbiosis of various organs, such as the vagina, respiratory tract, oropharynx, intestines.
According to the instructions, the children "Acipol" is shown:
- For the prevention and treatment of "traveler's diarrhea."
- With atopic dermatitis and allergic diseases.
- As a prophylactic for side effects that develop during the use of antibiotics.
- With intestinal infections, including rotavirus.
Contraindications
As indicated by the instructions to “Acipol”, despite the fact that intolerance to the components that make up the drug is a direct contraindication to its use, such cases are extremely rare. Experts do not recommend taking it to women during periods of exacerbation of candidiasis.
Using
Patients should take the capsules orally, whole, avoiding crushing or chewing. It is necessary to wash down with water or milk. Experts advise using capsules before meals, having sustained a break of half an hour.
Adult patients are prescribed three times a day one capsule of the drug. It is recommended to observe approximately equal time intervals between doses.
If the drug is used to treat acute conditions, then the duration of the course of its use can reach one week. Therapy should be started immediately after the diagnosis is made. Such an approach will accelerate recovery and reduce the severity of the disease.
If the patient has chronic inflammation, then the duration of the course should be increased to three weeks, in some cases - up to three months.
For the purpose of prevention, “Acipol” must be taken once for 10 days, in the amount of one capsule. Repeated preventive courses several times a year.
It is allowed to use the drug in the treatment of children from 3 months. Children under 6 years old, unable to swallow the capsule on their own, should prepare a solution. To do this, open the capsule shell, extract the contents and add 10 ml of water to it. In addition, it is allowed to add powder to the baby formula and food. In the treatment of infants, the simultaneous use of the drug with food is allowed. Children under three years of age should not consume more than 3 capsules during the day. Children from three years old are shown an adult dosage. The multiplicity of receptions and the duration of therapy can be adjusted by the pediatrician taking into account the patient's condition.
Special studies on the possibility of using the medication by pregnant women and women during lactation have not been conducted. However, taking into account the fact that the composition of the drug is completely natural, specialists allow the use of the medicine by this category of patients.
Negative impact
In accordance with the instructions for Acipol, mild allergic reactions, as well as exacerbation of candidiasis, may occur as negative effects on the background of the use of the drug.
It goes well with any medication. However, experts advise to refrain from drinking alcohol for the period of therapy. You should also not take "Acipol" with enterosorbents in parallel.
Analogs
The most famous analogues of Acipol are:
- Beefiform. Clinical and pharmacological analogue of “Acipol”. It has the form of capsules, it is allowed for use by pregnant women and children from 2 years.
- "Beefinorm." The pharmacological form is lyophilisate, which requires preliminary dilution in water. The resulting suspension is taken orally. Allowed use from birth, pregnant, lactating.
- "Acylact." Pharmacological analogue of Acipol. May be in the form of a lyophilisate, tablets, vaginal suppositories. Allowed use by pregnant and lactating women, in the treatment of newborns.
- "Bactistatin." The therapeutic analogue of Acipol. Has a capsule formula, can be used from 6 years. It is not allowed for use in the treatment of lactating women, pregnant women.
If necessary, replace the drug with its analogue should consult a doctor.
The average cost of the drug in Russian drugstores is at the level of 310 rubles. This, of course, is not indicated in the instructions for Acipol.
Reviews
There are conflicting reviews about the drug. Patients report that the drug is highly effective if it is used on the recommendation of a doctor and as part of complex therapy. Other patients who used the medication without a prescription report that they did not get a tangible effect.
Separately, the effectiveness of Acipol is indicated for dysbiosis in pregnant women and indigestion.
The undoubted advantage of the medicine is its natural composition and almost complete safety - negative reactions develop extremely rarely against the background of its use, it has few contraindications, and does not cause overdoses.
Despite this, taking the medication should only be prescribed by a doctor and in compliance with all its recommendations.
We reviewed the Acipol product for use in adults and children.