Often, patients with complaints of nervousness, heart pain and sleep disturbances, doctors now recommend taking Cardiovalen. Reviews on this drug mark its effectiveness and safety. This is a modern herbal preparation that has replaced Valocordin drops or Valerian tincture , which are very popular among cores . Drops "Cardiovalen" gradually displace these drugs, as they are more effective.
Drug characteristics
"Cardiovalen" is a modern plant-based cardiotonic drug made in Russia. The drug is available in drops in a dark glass bottle with a special dispenser. It is a yellow-brown liquid with a bitter taste and a distinct smell of camphor and valerian. Moreover, the components of plant origin occupy most of the composition of the drops.
The drug "Cardiovalen" includes such extracts:
- almost half in percentage terms is valerian extract;
- in second place is jaundice - a medicinal plant with a strong effect;
- the composition of the drops also includes the grass of adonis and hawthorn.
In addition, the product contains sodium bromide and a little camphor. And the alcohol in it is only 2 ml per 100 ml of the drug. Such a composition makes the Cardiovalen drug unique. Its analogs can be distinguished only by action. These are such means as tincture of valerian or hawthorn, Valocordin or Novo-Passit.
Drug action
Due to this unique composition, the Cardiovalen complex effect is exerted on the body. Reviews note that it effectively calms, helps to fall asleep, and improves heart function. This effect of reception is explained by the action of its constituent components.
They have the following properties:
- stimulate the contraction of the heart muscle;
- calm the nervous system, relieve anxiety;
- normalize sleep;
- dilate blood vessels;
- help to cope with stress;
- improve the condition of cardiovascular failure;
- increase your mood.
When is Cardiovalen applied
The price of the drug is only about 100 rubles. The course of treatment will require 2-3 bottles, but this is available to each patient. A drug is prescribed in such cases:
- trouble sleeping, difficulty falling asleep;
- nervousness, anxiety and neurosis;
- irritability and irritability;
- frequent stressful situations;
- complex treatment of chronic heart failure;
- tachycardia and cardiosclerosis;
- rheumatic heart disease;
- cardiopsychoneurosis.
Instructions for use
Despite the fact that this drug is dispensed in pharmacies without a doctor’s prescription and has almost no contraindications, it is necessary to consult a specialist before taking it. After all, the dosage and duration of use depend on the patient’s state of health, his age and the characteristics of the disease. How to take Cardiovalen correctly? Instructions for use recommend such a scheme:
- drink the drug 20 drops twice a day;
- the product is diluted in half a glass of water and drunk at a time;
- it is best to take the medicine half an hour before breakfast and in the evening a couple of hours after dinner;
- usually the duration of treatment is 30 days.
It is important to consider the compatibility of different drugs when treating. The drug "Cardiovalen" when used together is able to enhance the effect of sleeping pills and sedatives. Therefore, it is necessary to adjust the dosage, otherwise there may be inhibition of the central nervous system, a decrease in concentration and speed of reaction.
In addition, it is worth knowing that one of the main active components of the drug - jaundice - contains cardiac glycosides. These are potent substances that, if improperly applied and overdosed, can cause cardiac arrest.
Contraindications and side effects
Despite the fact that the product is made on a plant basis, not everyone can drink "Cardiovalen". Instructions for use draws attention to the need to check the drug for the presence of individual intolerance to its components. In addition to this, there are others contraindications to the medicine:
- pregnancy and lactation;
- serious diseases of the nervous system and brain pathology;
- alcoholism, epilepsy;
- endocarditis and myocarditis;
- age up to 18 years;
- impaired liver function;
- condition after severe injuries of the brain and internal organs;
- acute inflammatory diseases.
But even in the absence of contraindications, Cardiovalen may not have the effect that is expected. Reviews note the presence of such side effects:
- decreased appetite, dyspeptic disorders ;
- allergic reactions;
- weakness, drowsiness;
- headaches;
- lethargy and apathy.
Drops "Cardiovalen": reviews
Most patients notice a significant improvement in their condition after a course of treatment with the drug. People write that their sleep has normalized, irritability and a sense of fear have passed. Now it's easier to deal with stress. Doctors often prescribe this medicine for patients with cardiovascular insufficiency, especially if it is complicated by circulatory disorders. In addition to the effectiveness of the drug, many patients for accessibility love Cardiovalen. Its price is low - depending on the pharmacy, it costs from 80 to 120 rubles.
But there are also negative reviews about the drug. Many do not like the fact that it causes muscle weakness, drowsiness and lethargy. This condition is especially dangerous during activities requiring increased concentration of attention.