Many people suffer from various diseases in which they have to take painkillers that relieve or remove the feeling of pain. Andipal also belongs to such preparations. The instruction recommends taking it as a sedative, analgesic and antispasmodic. In addition, it is prescribed to reduce blood pressure.
The active ingredients of the Andipal preparation are: papaverine, analgin, phenobarbital and dibazole. It is this combination of components that causes the sedative property of the drug, under the influence of which smooth muscle spasms are eliminated, which leads to the weakening of pain in the patient and the expansion of blood vessels.
The drug is released in the form of tablets. It should be noted that there is its analogue and it is called Andipal-B. The pharmacology is the same, the chemical composition is also similar.
The instruction recommends taking “Andipal” for severe pain syndromes, as a result of which there is a spasm of cerebral vessels, vessels of the peripheral region of smooth muscles and organs of the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, this medicine is used in the treatment of hypertension, including in isolated cases of an attack, as well as diseases associated with sharp increases and decreases in blood pressure. The drug is often prescribed for headaches and migraines.
For some patients planning to start taking the Andipal preparation, the instruction prohibits taking it if the patient's body is sensitive to at least one of the components of the drug. In addition, it is not prescribed to people with a sick liver and kidneys, as well as for any blood diseases. During lactation and pregnancy, it is also contraindicated, in addition, it is not recommended for children to take it.
The instruction also prohibits taking Andipal in the following cases:
- with a deficiency of phosphate dehydrogenase;
- with tachyarrhythmias;
- with severe angina pectoris;
- with chronic heart failure;
- with intestinal obstruction;
- angle-closure glaucoma;
- prostatic hyperplasia.
In addition, when taking, you should take into account the special instructions that are in any drug instructions. If the drug is taken for more than 7 days, it is necessary to control the composition of the blood and the functioning of the liver - the main hematopoietic organ. In addition, during treatment with this medicinal substance, you should protect yourself from work that requires increased attention, and you should not drive a vehicle, since the active substances of Andipal are able to inhibit psychomotor reactions and reduce the concentration of attention.
Andipal is prescribed to many how to take this drug, a specialist should explain. The course of treatment involves the use of 1 tablet by adults, the frequency can reach 3 times a day. The drug is contraindicated for children, as mentioned above.
Like any other drug, after taking Andipal tablets, side effects may appear in the form of constipation, nausea, impaired liver function, drowsiness, and lethargy. As for the hematopoietic system, there may be more serious disorders, such as agranulocytosis and leukopenia. In addition, allergic reactions, impaired renal function and a decrease in blood pressure may appear. At the slightest manifestation of a side effect of the drug, it is necessary to stop taking it and seek medical help.
It is not recommended to take “Andipal” on your own, the indications should be clearly prescribed by your attending physician.
This product is stored under normal conditions, the main thing is that direct sunlight should not fall on it and it should not be accessible to children.
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