“Cerepro” is a nootropic drug used in the treatment of chronic cerebrovascular insufficiency and a list of cognitive disorders that are associated with memory problems and mental function. The medication is made in Russia. It has a lot of similar effects on the body, both foreign and domestic. Today, such moments about the Cerepro medicine will be highlighted: analogues are cheap and expensive, the scope of the drug, its contraindications, cost. And also find out what people think about this medicine.
In what cases can it be prescribed?
The drug "Cerepro" can be prescribed by a doctor for such problems:
- After a traumatic brain injury, hemorrhagic stroke, which are accompanied by damage to the brain stem.
- Chronic circulatory failure in the brain.
- For specific disorders that occur in the cognitive sphere of a person (memory problems, disorientation, confusion, lack of motivation, inability to concentrate).
- Senile pseudomelancholy.
In what forms is it implemented? How to use?
The drug “Cerepro” is sold in the form of:
- Capsules of 400 mg.
- 4 ml solution for intravenous and intramuscular injection.
For chronic problems, a person is prescribed capsules: 1 piece three times a day before meals. The duration of treatment can be from 3 to 6 months.
In acute conditions, injections are made of 1 ampoule per day for 10-15 days. After this, the patient is transferred to capsules, their dosage is determined by the doctor. The duration of treatment after switching to tablets should not exceed six months.
Structure
One Cerepro capsule contains the following components: glycerylphosphorylcholine hydrate - active ingredient; additional elements: gelatin, glycerin, methylparaben, propylparaben, sorbitol, red iron oxide, titanium dioxide. In 1 ampoule, the following composition: gilcerylphosphorylcholine hydrate, purified water.
Cost
The Cerepro medication, the price of which may be different and depends on the form of release of the medicine, the number of capsules in the package, is dispensed by prescription. The cost of ampoules in the amount of 3 pieces of 1 g varies within 450 rubles, for 5 pieces you need to pay 500 rubles. Capsules of 400 mg (28 pieces) are sold on average at a price of 850 rubles. And for 14 capsules of 400 mg, you need to pay about 600 rubles. It turns out that the Cerepro drug, the price of which may seem high, is better to acquire a larger volume, since it will be more profitable.
Limitations Adverse reactions
This medicine should not be taken by people who have hypersensitivity to the various components that make up the capsules or injection. It is also forbidden to use the drug "Cerepro" in relation to women who are in an interesting position, as well as to nursing mothers.
But the number of side effects in this medication is minimal. So, according to many people, the medicine is well tolerated and does not cause any serious reactions. But the manufacturer warns about the possibility of such side effects as nausea, a rash on the body, and redness. If these adverse reactions are observed, then the doctor may recommend lowering the dosage of the drug or replacing it with an analog.
Opinions of people
The drug "Cerepro" reviews from patients who used it, receives only positive. Despite the fact that the tool is expensive, still people recommend it, noting that it is really effective. Parents who give Cerepro to their children are satisfied with the result, because after using the medicine, boys and girls become active, cheerful. They become interested in many things, comprehend and carefully watch fairy tales, sing songs. If earlier it was hard to cope with the kids, then after treatment with Cerepro they themselves became assiduous, focused.
Also, many responses about this drug can be read from people who took capsules after a traumatic brain injury. According to patients, the Cerepro medication, reviews of which can be found on the Internet, is unique: after its exposure, the brain and spinal cord begin to function perfectly. At the same time, a person even forgets that he had a head injury.
The drug "Gliatilin"
The drug “Cerepro” has cheap analogues, but we will consider them later. First you should learn about such a tool as "Gliatilin." It is this drug that is most often prescribed by a doctor as a replacement. So, the medicine is sold in the form of capsules for oral administration, as well as ampoules for injections. The drug "Gliatilin" is prescribed for the same conditions as the means "Cerepro". This medicine is produced in Spain. Means "Gliatilin", the price of which is much higher than its counterpart, can be sold at 600 rubles. This is the cost of four ampoules of 1 g each. And about 800 rubles must be given for 14 capsules with a dosage of 400 mg.
Which medicine should I prefer: foreign or domestic?
Many people do not know which medicine - Cerepro or Gliatilin - to prefer. We will try to help users make the right choice. So, both drugs have the same effect and they are prescribed for the same diagnoses. The medicine "Cerepro" can often be seen in the pharmacy. While the drug "Gliatilin" is difficult to find. Also important is the price. So, Cerepro, being a Russian-made medical product, is cheaper than the Spanish drug Gliatilin. The price of the last drug is somewhat overstated, and it’s understandable why: the drug is foreign, the cost depends on the dollar. Therefore, if you want to save money, then it is better to choose the medicine to which the article is devoted.
Solution, capsules "Cholitilin"
This is another drug that can be used to replace Cerepro. It is not so easy to find cheap analogs, but if you set a goal, then everything will work out. There are drugs that go much more expensive. Therefore, finding a cure cheaper is problematic. But it is, and its name is the “Cholitilin” solution. This drug is used for traumatic brain injuries, dementia, ischemic stroke, confusion, decreased motivation. In general, the indications for use are exactly the same as those of the Cerepro medicine. Analogs are cheap because they are produced domestically, in the Russian Federation, and not abroad. Therefore, the means of "Cholitilin" is not expensive. So, the cost of 14 capsules of 400 mg will be about 500 rubles. At the same time, for the same amount and dosage of the drug “Cerepro” you need to pay 600 rubles. The difference is 100 rubles. Ampoules with the drug "Cholitilin" for 3 pieces in a package will cost a person 330 rubles. At the same time, for the same number of ampoules of the drug “Cerepro” you need to pay 450 rubles. The difference is 150 rubles.
Means "Gleazer"
This is another cheap analogue of Cerepro. He is appointed for the same problems. The form of release of the drug is an injection, as well as capsules for oral administration. In acute conditions, injections are made for 15 days. Then the dosage is increased to 1200 mg for 6 months. If the patient has chronic cerebrovascular insufficiency or dementia syndrome, then the doctor prescribes the medicine “Gleatser” in the form of capsules. The dosage is as follows: 1 capsule 3 times a day before meals. The duration of therapy can be from 3 to 6 months.
The medicine “Gleatzer” is produced in the Russian Federation.
The cost of this drug is slightly lower than Cerepro. So, for 3 ampoules you need to give 350 rubles. This is 100 rubles cheaper than Cerepro in the same form of release.
Conclusion
From this article, you learned a comparative description of the cost of the preparations “Gleatzer”, “Gliatilin”. Instructions, reviews, contraindications, side effects of Cerepro were also considered. From all of the above, we can conclude: all drugs that were noted in this article can be replaced without problems if some kind of medication is not available in the pharmacy. The most expensive remedy is Gliatilin, since it is a foreign drug. Other medicines, including Cerepro ampoules, are cheaper because they are made in Russia.