There is no more popular medicine among grandmothers than the long-known droplets with a rich smell of valerian and mint. This is surprising, but what almost every adult knows what Corvalol is used for. And moreover, almost every second experienced its effect on itself. What is the secret of this remedy? The answer to this question lies in its cost and effectiveness. This is a publicly available drug that copes with its task.
Action and indications for use
Tincture "Corvalol" is a sedative and vasodilator, which is widely used in nervous conditions, accompanied by rapid heartbeat of a neurotic nature, irritability and insomnia. And also with spasms of the intestines and coronary vessels and with hypertension.
However, despite the fact that this medication has been used massively for many decades, its pharmacokinetics has not yet been studied. Therefore, it is impossible to explain what processes occur in the body after taking this miracle medicine.
The composition of the drug
The active components of this medication in tablet form are the following substances: a-bromosovalerianic acid ethyl ester, phenobarbital and peppermint oil. As additional components used potato starch, tabletose, cillulose microcrystalline, b-cyclodextrin and magnesium stearate.
The composition of the drops is slightly different. It includes the same active components, but the following substances were used as auxiliary agents: rectified ethyl alcohol, purified water and a stabilizer.
How to drink the drug?
For each patient, the dose of this drug should be established by an individually treating physician based on what Corvalol is prescribed for. Standard recommendations for admission are indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions for the medicine. For adults, the dose of Corvalol is 15-30 drops up to 3 times a day, and for children over 12 years old no more than 15 drops per day.
The dosage of the tablet form should also be determined by the doctor. As a rule, for adults it is 1-2 tablets of the drug two to three times a day, with strong manifestations of spasms of the coronary vessels and tachycardia, the dose is increased to 3 tablets. For children, this form of the drug is not prescribed.
You can drink the drug regardless of the meal. Tablets should be washed down with plenty of water, and drops should be diluted in a small amount of liquid before use or dripped onto a piece of sugar.
It is strictly forbidden to take Corvalol drops with alcohol, since the drug contains 58% alcohol. The consequences of such a combination can be unpredictable.
It is also worth noting that after taking this tool, manufacturers strongly recommend that you refrain from working with high risk and from driving vehicles.
Contraindications
The instructions for the drug clearly indicate cases in which the use of this drug is strictly prohibited. Among them:
- individual intolerance to components;
- violations of the liver and kidneys;
- severe heart failure.
Also, with caution, you should use the drug "Corvalol" during pregnancy, and in the early stages it is generally recommended to replace it with more gentle means with a similar effect. It is dangerous to take these drops during breastfeeding, as they are transmitted with milk and adversely affect the baby's body.
Why many people know Corvalol, but not everyone reads the warnings described by the manufacturer, relying on the experience of outsiders. This approach is incorrect, and in order not to harm your body, you must consult a doctor before taking it.
It is forbidden to take the drug "Corvalol" by people with drug and alcohol addiction, since it contains a potent component, which is extremely dangerous to use with narcotic substances and alcohol.
Overdose and negative effects
Means "Corvalol" - drops of very strong action. And despite the fact that in most cases the drug is well tolerated, it should be used with caution.
Quite often, after taking this drug, patients note drowsiness and dizziness. Cases of decreased attention span have also been noted. In such cases, the doctor should reduce the dose.
It is also worth noting that in some states, Corvalol drops are equated with narcotic drugs that cause dependence. The thing is that the substance includes the substance phenobarbital, which has been recognized as a drug in many developed countries.
This is a very strong substance, a derivative of barbituric acid, which in its pure form is used in extremely rare cases and has a lot of contraindications and limitations. Among them, depression, suicidal tendencies and bronchial asthma are the first in the list.
An overdose of the drug “Corvalol” can provoke inhibition of the central nervous system, which can be easily eliminated by stimulating the central nervous system with caffeine or cordiamine.
General information about the drug "Corvalol"
The price for drops of Corvalol 50 ml is 15-20 rubles. The cost of packaging with 20 tablets on two blisters is 75 rubles. A medication is dispensed without a prescription.
The drug requires special storage conditions. This should be a place where sunlight does not penetrate and where the air temperature fluctuates between 8-15 degrees. Shelf life with proper storage can reach one and a half years.
Other drug compatibility
Why Corvalol is known to every adult, but not everyone knows that it cannot be combined with a number of medications. This primarily concerns sedatives and tranquilizers, the effect of which is enhanced due to phenobarbital in the composition of Corvalol drops. This combination is a great danger, which lies in the oppression of the central nervous system.