"Eskuzan" - a phytopreparation belonging to the group of angioprotectors, which has the ability to strengthen the walls of blood vessels. The action of the drug is aimed at combating impaired venous circulation.
Structure
The active substance of Aescusan is escin of natural origin. This component is derived from horse chestnut. The composition of the drug also includes vitamin B12. The following components are stored in 100 milliliters of solution:
- thiamine;
- ethanol;
- purified water;
- lactose;
- silica.
Release form
The medicine is available in the form of an oral solution, cream and tablets. The color of the drops varies from yellow to brown, possibly precipitating at the bottom of the bottle. The solution has a rich aroma. The volume of the bottle is 20 milliliters, the latter is placed in a cardboard box with instructions for use.
Pharmacological actions
The active substances that make up the drug allow it to be used as a medicine, which is used for violation of microcirculation of blood in the veins. Thanks to horse chestnut extract, the medicine has a venotonic and antiexudative effect. The instruction for Eskuzan drops indicates that the drug effectively reduces the density of lysosomal enzymes, as a result of which the decay of polysaccharides in the capillary region is reduced.
And also the drug helps to reduce vascular permeability, which slows down the filtration of water, high molecular weight electrolytes.
Indications
According to reviews and instructions, “Eskuzan” (drops) must be taken in the presence of the following diseases and unpleasant manifestations of the body:
- Venous insufficiency of the lower extremities.
- Violation of blood microcirculation.
- Cramps in the calf muscles.
- Heaviness in the legs.
- Inflammation of hemorrhoidal nodes (moving plexus of blood vessels).
- Varicose veins (expansion of superficial veins, which is accompanied by impaired functioning of the valves and blood flow).
- Phlebitis (acute or chronic inflammation of the venous wall).
- Swelling of the lower leg.
- Strokes (acute cerebrovascular accident).
- Chronic inflammatory process in the arteries, which occurs as a result of lipid and protein metabolism disorders).
- Trophic pathologies of soft tissues (ulcers).
Drops "Eskuzan": instructions for use
Patient reviews about the drug are very positive. Many people say that drops should be taken 3 times a day. The dosage is twelve to fifteen drops at a time. After taking it, drink the medicine with water. The duration of treatment is three months. A repetition of the course is possible after consultation with the doctor.
Shake the bottle before each use.
There is another way to use the solution - intravenously. At home, it is not recommended to practice it, since it is necessary to adjust and adjust the dosage according to the amount of escin. The injection of Eskusan with a syringe should be carried out by a doctor, the duration of treatment varies from two weeks to three months, depending on the general condition of the patient.
For adults, the maximum daily dose of the drug is from five to ten milliliters. Children are not recommended for intravenous use of the drug. If there is no other possibility, then the dose is calculated based on the body weight of the child, 200 micrograms per kilogram of weight.
According to reviews and instructions for use, drops "Eskuzan" for children can be taken from the age of twelve.
If the drug is used in the fight against hemorrhoids, a single dosage can be increased to twenty-five drops in acute inflammation. After three to five days, it is necessary to reduce the dosage to standard. The duration of treatment is about three months.
Contraindications
The instructions for the use of drops "Eskuzana" said that it is necessary to fear the development of allergic manifestations, which may be caused by hypersensitivity to one of the components that make up the drug. Therefore, before taking the medication, it is important to make sure that there is no allergy.
Side effects
According to reviews and instructions, Eskuzan drops may cause the following undesirable reactions:
- irritation of the mucous membrane of the stomach or intestines;
- nausea
- heart rhythm disturbance;
- a significant decrease in blood pressure;
- migraine;
- nausea
- the development of pain in the abdomen;
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- intestinal obstruction;
- an allergy.
The use of drops in high doses can trigger the development of thrombosis and severe kidney disease. When using the drug with alcohol, adverse reactions may intensify.
Reviews
Drops "Eskuzan" have long been used by medical professionals. For such a long time, he has already managed to get a lot of positive feedback, on the basis of which we can draw a conclusion about its effectiveness.
According to reviews and instructions for use, drops "Eskuzan" and analogues of the drug have a persistent anti-inflammatory and tonic effect. The drug relieves swelling at any stage, while not slowing the functioning of the body. Thanks to the analgesic effect, the drug effectively eliminates severity in the lower extremities, and also improves well-being.
One of the advantages of drops is their cost (200 rubles). The composition of "Eskuzan" includes only natural components, which allows the body to easily absorb them.
In their reviews of Eskusan, patients noted a number of shortcomings:
- unpleasant taste;
- nausea when taking a medicine;
- bitter taste.
Doctors note different ways of exposure to the same substance, simultaneously or sequentially entering the body. “Eskuzan” cures not only varicose veins, but also generally positively affects the body.
Analogs
Drops "Eskuzan" in their composition have few substitute drugs:
- "Venitan."
- Venen taiss.
- "Repar".
- "Esquit."
"Venitan" is available in the form of a cream, the medicine is used for symptomatic treatment of venous diseases:
- thrombosis (intravital formation of blood bundles inside the blood vessels that impede the free flow of blood through the circulatory system);
- thrombophlebitis (an inflammatory process that affects the inner wall of a vein and is accompanied by the formation of blood clots);
- phlebitis after intravenous injection (acute or chronic inflammation of the venous wall);
- potthrombotic syndrome (chronic and difficult to treat venous pathology);
- varicose veins;
- trophic ulcers (a defect in the skin or mucous membrane that occurs after rejection of necrotic tissue).
The cost of "Venitan" is 250 rubles.
Dr. Taiss Venen is made in the form of a gel for external use. It is prescribed for varicose veins, the source of which is stagnation in the lower extremities. The drug has a decongestant, venotonic and anti-inflammatory effect. The composition of the gel, as in "Eskuzan" includes escin. When applied, the gel reduces the fragility and permeability of capillaries, has an anesthetic effect, eliminates edema and reduces stress. The cost of the drug is 280 rubles.
"Reparil" is used for sprains, bruises, bruises, and inflammation of tendon tissues. The drug is available in the form of powder for injection, gel for external use and tablets. The active substance (escin) is the same as that of Aescusan. "Reparil" promotes the protection of blood vessels, providing a strong exudative effect. The drug enhances blood circulation, reducing inflammation. Indications for use are exactly the same as those of Eskuzan. The price of the drug is from 150 to 300 rubles.
Substitute drugs (according to the specifics of the action)
In addition to medicines that contain the same active substance as Eskuzan, there are similar drugs that are similar in spectrum of action. For instance:
- Aescin.
- "Esquven."
- "Antithromb."
- Quercetin.
- Venoplant.
- "Herbion Esculus."
- "Corvitin."
- Mokspleks.
- Cyclo-3-Fort.
- "Emoxipin."
- Fitoven.
Aescin is a drug that has anti-inflammatory, angioprotective and decongestant effects. The drug is available in the form of tablets (in a package of 30 pieces). The active ingredient is - alpha escin amorphous. Aescin must be taken after meals with a sufficient amount of water. As a rule, at the beginning of treatment, two tablets are prescribed three times a day. When a certain effect is achieved, the dosage is reduced to two tablets. The duration of the course in chronic venous insufficiency is up to three months. The drug does not reduce performance and does not depress the psyche. The cost of the drug varies from 680 to 3,000 rubles, depending on the manufacturer and the number of tablets.
"Antithromb" is a capillary stabilizing drug that has anti-inflammatory and regenerative effects. The drug is available in the form of an ointment. The active substance that is part of the drug is emoxipin. Indications for use are superficial acute thrombophlebitis, acute anorectal thrombosis. The price of tablets is 300 rubles.
“Quercetin" is a drug that affects the processes of tissue metabolism. The drug is dispensed in the form of granules (in bags of two grams). The active microelement is quercetin.
The cardioprotective effect is manifested in stimulating the energy supply of the muscle middle layer of the heart, which makes up the bulk of its mass. And also the drug has a regenerative effect, which contributes to the rapid healing of wounds. The drug is prohibited for use by persons under the age of twelve. The cost of Quercetin varies from 1,500 to 2,500 rubles.
Venoplant is a natural preparation for the treatment of venous circulation disorders. The medication is available in the form of tablets (20-25 pieces in blisters). The main ingredient is horse chestnut seed dry extract. Contraindications to use are the age of eighteen years, pregnancy and lactation. The price of Venoplant is 400 rubles.