The medicine "Ceraxon" (syrup) is a nootropic drug. The tool is often used in pediatrics. Specialists note the greatest effectiveness when using the drug in combination with other drugs. The medicine is also available in the form of a solution for intramuscular and intravenous injections. The active ingredient is sodium citicoline.
The drug "Ceraxon" (for oral administration and injections) is indicated for ischemic stroke in the acute phase, in the acute and recovery period for traumatic brain injury, for cognitive disorders on the background of vascular and degenerative brain diseases.
The drug is contraindicated in patients with vagotonia (a predominance of the tone of the parasympathetic element in the autonomic nervous system), with hypersensitivity.
The use of the drug "Ceraxon" during pregnancy and lactation is carried out on the recommendation of a doctor, while taking into account the ratio of benefit and risk. If necessary, take the drug during lactation, it is recommended to stop lactation.
Side effects when using the medicine "Ceraxon" instructions for use include anaphylactic shock, rash, itching, headache, tremor, agitation, insomnia. The medicine can also provoke fever, upset appetite, numbness of paralyzed limbs. In some cases, a stimulating effect on the parasympathetic system was noted, as well as a short hypotensive effect.
Injection solution "Ceraxon" instructions for use recommend intravenously administered slowly (over five minutes). Drip administration is also carried out (forty-sixty drops per minute).
In case of head injury and strokes, the Ceraxon preparation recommends daily use for 1-2 g. The duration of therapy depends on the severity of the condition. On average, treatment is continued from three to seven days. Next, they switch to intramuscular administration or ingestion. For the drug "Ceraxon", the instructions for use recommend that you use mainly the oral or intravenous method.
Intramuscular injections are carried out once or twice a day.
Syrup "Ceraxon" is taken orally three times a day, two to three milliliters. For a more accurate dosing, a measuring syringe is used.
Despite the fact that the instructions for the medicine indicate that it is prescribed from the age of eighteen, the drug “Ceraxon” is often used in pediatrics, for example, with alalia (restriction or lack of speech). In such situations, the medicine is prescribed in combination with other drugs (for example, with Pantocalcin and Noofen medicines). The drug "Ceraxon" is prescribed in courses. Many parents note the effectiveness of the drug. So, in children, eye contact improves (reaction to treatment increases), speech perception, vocabulary begins to gradually accumulate. In addition, the drug has a beneficial effect on mental development, as it has psychostimulating properties.
However, it should be noted that the greatest efficiency can be achieved, in most cases, by using complex treatment, which includes not only medical methods, but also various developmental exercises.
When using the drug, a systematic monitoring of the specialist over the condition of the patient is necessary. This is especially true for children.
As practice shows, the drug "Ceraxon" is well tolerated by patients. However, if any unwanted effects appear, consult a doctor. Before using the medicine "Ceraxon", you should carefully study the instructions for use.