Disorders of the digestive system these days, unfortunately, are not uncommon. And since the whole body is guarded by such an important organ as the liver, which serves as a filter, it takes the brunt of it. Improper nutrition, poor quality food and water, poor ecology - all these factors create a very sad picture. In order to support the liver, there are many medications. The drug "Essential Forte" today occupies a leading position and is held in high esteem by doctors. But, unfortunately, this tool is not always available. Are there cheap analogues of Essential Forte? The drug itself, depending on the region of the country and the pharmacy selling it, costs between 600-800 rubles per pack of 30 capsules.
This article will discuss hepatoprotective drugs, whose action is aimed at restoring and maintaining the liver, which can replace the drug "Essential Forte".
Replacement Selection Criteria
Substitute "Essential Forte", it is cheaper or more expensive, it does not matter, it must have the same effect and indications for use:
- fatty degeneration;
- toxic injury;
- hepatitis of different origin and course;
- alcohol addiction ;
- drug intoxication;
- malnutrition.
The substitute Essential Forte can be found cheaper, but will it be so harmless to the body, because only rare diarrhea and loose stools are related to the side effects of this drug? The answer to this question can be given by a doctor who will advise which medicine to choose as an analog in each individual case.
The drug "Essliver forte"
A good substitute for Essential Forte (cheaper) is the Essliver Forte capsule. Their cost ranges from 500 rubles.
The composition of this medication includes natural phospholipids and vitamin substances, which are directly involved in biochemical reactions in the liver. The composition is practically harmless and does not cause side effects, except in rare cases of diarrhea.
This medicine has the following indications:
- fatty liver of various origin;
- cirrhosis;
- radiation damage to the liver;
- drug, drug and alcohol intoxications;
- psoriasis.
The regimen for Essliver forte capsules is almost identical. The recommended doses described in the instructions are three meals a day, 2 capsules for 3 months or more.
The drug "Livolin forte"
The cost of this tool is 200-300 rubles. This is an excellent cheap substitute for Essential Forte, which includes lecithin containing phospholipids.
The hepatoprotective effect of the drug "Livolin forte" allows you to use it for the treatment of patients with such diagnoses:
- toxic liver damage;
- acute and subacute liver failure;
- cirrhosis and liver fibrosis ;
- nephropathy;
- fatty changes in liver tissue;
- hepatitis.
Take capsules during meals, 1-2 pieces three times a day for several months.
The drug "Karsil"
This is the simplest substitute for Essential Forte, several times cheaper than the latter. Its price in the pharmacological market is 200-300 rubles per pack of 35 mg No. 80. The dragee is based on the substance silymarin, which is able to restore liver cells and protects healthy tissue from toxic effects.
Prescribe the drug "Karsil" 1-4 tablets three times a day for three or more months in chronic forms of hepatitis and cirrhosis of various etiologies.
Despite the availability and effectiveness, this drug can lead to dyspepsia and vestibular disorders. In such cases, the drug is canceled.
The drug "Allohol"
Is there a cheap analogue of Essential Forte capsules with a natural composition? Such a hepatoprotective agent is the drug "Allochol." This is a choleretic drug, which includes animal dry bile, extracts of garlic and nettle, as well as activated charcoal. This drug has been known for more than a decade and has established itself as an excellent tool for restoring liver function.
The main indications for taking this medication are as follows:
- hepatitis;
- biliary dyskinesia;
- gallstones
- constipation
- cholangitis;
- cholecystitis.
The action of the drug "Allochol" is aimed at restoring liver function, releasing excess bile, cleansing the bile ducts, as well as eliminating fermentation in the intestines. And although the pharmacological effect of the drug is somewhat different than that of Essential Forte capsules, the effect of restoring liver functions after prolonged use is evident.
Adults take dragees of 1-2 pieces three times a day for one month. For a child, the dosage is set by the doctor individually.
The drug "Antral"
Capsules "Antral" can also be classified as "inexpensive analogues of" Essential Forte "." The cost of this medicine ranges from 400 rubles per 30 capsules. It consists of phospholipids, which positively affect the condition of the liver. Indications for use of Antral capsules are similar to those for the Essentiale Forte drug. Instructions for use contain information on such side effects as nausea, allergies and gastralgia.
The course of treatment begins with combination therapy of intravenous injection of the drug (drip) at 0.5-1 g three times a day and parenteral administration of 600 mg 2 times a day. The course of such treatment can last two weeks, after which only capsules are taken.
Should pay attention
When choosing analogues and substitutes for the drug "Essential Forte", you should pay attention to the possibility of using the drug in childhood, if the patient is less than 12 years old. Also, special attention should be paid to the fact that the treating doctor should choose an analog. Self-treatment can harm health.
Each of the above medicines can cause an allergic reaction, the cause of which is often the individual intolerance of some components in the composition.