With reviews of "Suvardio" you will need to get acquainted with everyone who is going to take this drug. It is believed that this is an effective and modern drug that helps, if necessary, to regulate the concentration of cholesterol in the body. It is available in the form of tablets that help to achieve good therapeutic results in a short period of time. Also, Suvardio is an effective prophylactic in the development of various systemic diseases and ailments that affect internal organs. Note that before taking the drug, you should consult your doctor and undergo an examination that will eliminate the presence of contraindications. In most cases, acting on the recommendation of a doctor, side effects can be avoided. In this article we will talk about the features of the use of this drug, side effects, contraindications, reviews of patients who have already used it.
Structure
You can find a lot of positive reviews about the “Suvardio”. This medicine is intended for patients who are recommended to provide a lipid-lowering effect.
The preparation contains the active substance calcium rosuvastatin, which is a competitive inhibitor, taking part in the conversion of methylglutaryl coenzyme to the mevalonate enzyme.
The drug enters the market in the form of round tablets with a brownish tint. It is noteworthy that on both sides they are biconvex. Top coated with a special soluble film film.
Note that in the manufacture of this drug, the following components are also used:
- anhydrous lactose;
- corn starch;
- talc;
- red iron oxide;
- titanium dioxide;
- macrogol;
- sodium fumarate;
- hypromellose.
Indications for use
Recently, Suvardio has become a fairly popular drug, which is often prescribed to patients. In particular, it is recommended for use in the following diseases:
- familial heterozygous hypercholesterolemia;
- development of hypercholesterolemia of the primary type;
- mixed type hypercholesterolemia;
- the progression of hypertriglyceridemia (in this case, this drug is used as an addition to a special diet, which must be observed);
- the development of atherosclerosis;
- effective primary prevention of heart and vascular diseases, complications associated with them. In this case, we are also talking about strokes, heart attacks, angina pectoris.
It is worth noting that it is heart disease that is today considered the most common in the world. According to patients, Suvardio helps many of them to return to normal, returning to a healthy and fulfilling life.
Dosage and Administration
When taking this medication, it is important to observe one point. It is effective only if you adhere to strict dietary principles in parallel.
In most cases, “Suvardio” is prescribed in cases where non-drug methods of therapy are powerless, do not give any effective results. In addition, the drug is suitable if necessary, lipid-lowering treatment.
Doctors advise taking this drug inside, regardless of the time of day, without being attached to meals. The tablet is swallowed whole, and then washed down with a significant amount of plain drinking water.
Before starting a course of treatment, it is imperative to follow a specialized hypocholesterolemic diet. In patients' reviews of Suvardio, they emphasize that only in this case can we count on a positive result.
In each case, the dosage is calculated individually after consulting with your doctor. In this case, you should take into account the features of your health, as well as how the disease proceeds. In reviews of Suvardio tablets, patients note that in most cases the initial dose of the drug is 5 or 10 mg per day. When necessary, the dosage is adjusted approximately one month after the start of administration.
Contraindications
In reviews of "Suvardio" application instructions are given increased attention. This drug is considered quite powerful, if you do not follow the specific recommendations of specialists, you can encounter extremely negative consequences.
In addition, the list of contraindications for which it is forbidden or strongly not recommended to take these pills is quite wide. Here is a list of diseases or conditions of the body in which you can not drink "Suvardio":
- individual intolerance to the main active substance or other additional components of the drug, which form the basis of this drug;
- the presence of liver disease in the active phase;
- the development of myopathy;
- pregnancy;
- feeding period;
- severe kidney impairment;
- pronounced predisposition to the development of myotoxic complications;
- individual lactose intolerance;
- lack of lactase in the body;
- glucose galactose malabsorption syndrome;
- existing risk factors for rhabdomyolysis;
- hypothyroidism;
- moderate renal failure;
- past or hereditary myopathy contained in the anamnesis;
- alcohol abuse;
- pathological conditions leading to a clinically significant level of rosuvastatin contained in blood plasma.
Note that it is also strictly forbidden to take "Suvardio" to minor patients, as well as representatives of the Mongoloid race.
With extreme caution and only after a thorough and thorough consultation with a doctor, it is allowed to use the drug in patients with the following diseases or conditions:
- regular consumption of alcohol in large quantities;
- muscle toxicity;
- hereditary muscle diseases;
- risk of developing diabetes;
- age over 65 years;
- impaired liver function, indicated in the anamnesis;
- the development of sepsis;
- immediately after serious surgery;
- arterial hypotension;
- serious violations of the water-electrolyte balance in the body;
- severe metabolic disorders;
- severe endocrine system diseases;
- epilepsy characterized by uncontrolled conditions;
- mild renal failure.
Side effects
You should also remember about the side effects that are able to provoke these diseases. Manufacturers claim that in most cases, Suvardio does not provoke any unpleasant and pathological conditions. But in practice, everything turns out differently. Undesirable reactions of the body still occur, they are often written about in the reviews of Suvardio.
The following side effects that are directly related to this drug are considered the most common:
- hypersensitivity to the drug itself;
- the development of thrombocytopenia, as well as the functions of the lymphatic system and blood;
- the appearance of angioedema;
- violation of the protective functions of the immune system;
- the development of type 2 diabetes, as well as other serious diseases of the endocrine system;
- dizziness attacks;
- headaches;
- signs of polyneuropathy;
- partial memory loss;
- dysfunctions of the central nervous system;
- pancreatitis
- dyspnea;
- constipation;
- pain in the abdomen;
- nausea accompanied by vomiting;
- urticaria symptoms;
- diarrhea over a long period of time;
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome;
- skin rash;
- severe itching;
- increased blood lactose levels;
- creatine phosphokinase activity;
- increased bilirubin concentration;
- increased activity of gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase;
- gynecomastia;
- decreased thyroid function;
- asthenic syndrome;
- peripheral edema;
- proteinuria;
- hematuria and other diseases of the urinary system;
- myalgia;
- a change in the concentration of protein that is contained in urine;
- myopathy
- arthralgia;
- myositis;
- rhabdomyolysis;
- symptoms of immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy;
- jaundice;
- hepatitis;
- deterioration of the normal activity of the musculoskeletal system;
- a significant increase in liver transaminase activity;
- chronic insomnia; prolonged depression;
- nightmares;
- development of sexual dysfunction.
As noted in the reviews, with "Suvardio" in 10 mg, as a rule, the majority of patients begin the course of treatment. At first, some are even advised to take only half a tablet. Of course, so many side effects scare away many. As a result, they give preference to other, safer drugs.
Overdose
In addition, it is worth remembering that in addition to contraindications and side effects, there is a risk when using Suvardio (10 mg). The instructions for use, reviews describe such cases in sufficient detail.
Moreover, with the appearance of signs of an overdose, no specific treatment is recommended for the patient.
Doctors are advised to work only to eliminate the symptoms. In this direction, and conduct therapeutic therapy. It is also allowed to carry out certain measures aimed at ensuring the maintenance of normal functioning of internal organs and vital systems of the body.
Finally, it is recommended to take care of regular monitoring of creatine kinase activity, as well as liver activity. The hemodialysis procedure is not recommended in case of an overdose, as it will not have the desired therapeutic effect, but it can significantly worsen a person’s health.
Storage conditions
This drug is recommended to be stored in rooms where the air temperature does not rise above the 25 degree mark.
In addition, it is important to ensure that this place is regularly ventilated, and the drug itself is reliably protected from direct sunlight and moisture.
The shelf life of the drug is two years. After its expiration, using it seems dangerous.
Analogs
Given the great danger of using Suvardio (10 mg). In the reviews you can regularly find a description of all kinds of analogues. Most of them have a similar effect, and some are much safer than this drug.
Among the drugs that can be used as an alternative, doctors call:
- "Akorta";
- Rosart
- "Crestor";
- Mertenyl;
- Rosucard
- "Rosistark";
- Rosulip
- Rustor;
- Tevastor
- "Rosuvastatin";
- Roxer
- Lipoprime.
At the same time, both doctors and patients themselves strongly warn against independent choice in favor of a particular drug. In reviews of the use of analogues of Suvardio, patients talk about the fact that they were prescribed by a doctor. It should be carefully studied, discussed with a qualified specialist, and preferably with several, how effective and safe they are. Only after that it makes sense to make the final choice in favor of a particular pharmaceutical product.
Before you start taking the drug, you should definitely consult a doctor who will advise which drug is acceptable to use in your specific situation.
Dosage adjustment
In the reviews of Suvardio (20 mg), patients emphasize that, starting to take this drug, it is necessary to constantly monitor your condition, if necessary, make dosage adjustments.
Having started drinking Suvardio, after one to two months it is recommended to take another test for cholesterol. If it turns out that his level has remained the same, and in some cases it may even increase, this means that you should increase the dosage or give preference in favor of one of the analogues.
Patient impressions
When determining the course of treatment, doctors can prescribe more powerful doses of the drug - immediately “Suvardio” at 20 mg. In the reviews, patients note that this significantly increases the likelihood of side effects. But if you can do without serious consequences, the drug will have a really powerful beneficial effect on the body.
Clearly following the instructions of Suvardio, patients leave mostly positive reviews about the drug. They emphasize the effectiveness of this medication.
Most adverse reactions disappear immediately after discontinuation of the drug. At the same time, in the reviews of Suvardio, patients recognize that this is one of the few truly effective agents that can normalize the concentration of cholesterol in the human body. Using these pills as prophylaxis, you can really prevent the development of many dangerous diseases that can significantly worsen the patient's condition, affect his quality of life. If there are contraindications, but it is necessary to use this drug, it is recommended to discuss with the doctor the use of an effective analogue.
Despite the fact that the manufacturer claims that side effects are extremely rare, in reviews of “Suvardio” (10 mg), similar stories can be found quite often. Patients note that few people tolerate this drug without consequences. Most often, an allergic reaction begins. It manifests itself in severe itching and rashes on the face. Also regularly complain of headaches and back pain, insomnia and anxiety.