Neurological diseases in recent years are increasingly common. These include osteochondrosis of various etiologies, migraine, vegetative-vascular dystonia, neuropathy, encephalopathy. All of these pathologies can lead to the development of chronic diseases. Combination therapy involves the appointment of B vitamins. Special drugs not only help relieve the inflammatory process and pain, but also restore vitality. The most popular ones include Neurobion, Neurobeks, Neurorubin, Nerviplex, Unigamma, Vitaxon. All of them belong to a complex of vitamins of group B. Like other analogues, Neurobion should be used after consultation with a specialist.
Next, the most popular substitutes for Neurobion will be described and compared.
The drug "Neurobion"
The named product belongs to the group of vitamins B. It is produced in the form of tablets and solutions for injection. The main substances in its composition are vitamin B 1 , B 6 and B 12 .
"Neurobion" is prescribed for their lack, which, according to experts, helps to compensate for the deficiency, as well as stimulate the natural forces to restore the body. These substances are considered neurotropic and have a large effect as coenzymes in the intermediate metabolism in the peripheral and central nervous system.
Indications and contraindications
The described tool is mainly used in the treatment of the following neurological diseases:
- neuritis of the trigeminal and facial nerve;
- intercostal neuralgia ;
- various forms of osteochondrosis;
- radicular syndrome associated with degenerative changes in the spine.
The drug "Neurobion", the price of which in Moscow is about 300 rubles, is, according to doctors, quite an effective means, but it also has its contraindications:
- childhood;
- hypersensitivity to B vitamins;
- psoriasis;
- pregnancy;
- lactation;
- lactose intolerance.
Dosage
Neyrobion tablets are prescribed one at a time three times a day. The course of therapy is one month. The medicine must be taken after meals and washed down with plenty of fluids. The drug in ampoules is administered intramuscularly or intravenously. The initial dose is 2 ml once a day. Then it drops to three injections per week.
The appointment of the named drug can only be done by a doctor, depending on the severity of the disease and the individual characteristics of the body. The same rules must be observed when analogues are applied. "Neurobion", like other means, can not be assigned to yourself.
The drug "Unigamma"
The drug is a complex of B vitamins. Like the Neurobion drug, the medicine is available in the form of round white tablets. The main substances in the composition are benfotiamine, vitamin B 6 and vitamin B 12 .
The complex of B vitamins affects the state and function of the nervous tissue:
- Thiamine (vitamin B 1 ) takes an active part in the synthesis of ATP, participates in the transmission of impulses in vegetative fibers and ganglia.
- Pyridoxine hydrochloride (a form of vitamin B 6 ) is necessary for the normal functioning of the peripheral nervous system.
- Cyanocobalomin (vitamin B 12 ) takes part in important biochemical reactions in the body, ensures its vital activity.
Indications and contraindications
The drug "Unigamma" is used in complex therapy for the treatment of the following diseases:
- polyneuropathies of various nature;
- intercostal neuralgia;
- spinal osteochondrosis;
- radicular syndrome caused by degenerative-constituent changes in the spinal column;
- neuritis of the facial and trigeminal nerve.
In this case, contraindications may be:
- age up to 18 years;
- hypersensitivity to the drug;
- decompensated heart failure.
Before starting treatment, carefully read the contraindications to the drug "Unigamma". Instructions for use contain detailed information about this tool. It, according to experts, can be used for the same pathologies as the Neurobion tablets. But self-medication is not advisable.
Dosage and overdose
This medicine is taken one tablet three times a day, after a meal (as well as the "Neurobion"). It needs to be washed down with a large amount of liquid and not to chew. The duration of the course is determined by the doctor and depends on the severity of the process, as well as the individual characteristics of the body. It is not recommended to use the drug for more than one month.
In case of an overdose, the patient must rinse the stomach. Give drink absorbent and prescribe symptomatic treatment. Symptoms of intoxication:
- nausea;
- vomiting
- weakness;
- diarrhea;
- epigastric pain.
Like other analogues of Neurobion, the Unigram drug has an acceptable cost - it can be purchased for 300 rubles.
The drug "Nerviplex"
The medicine belongs to the complex of vitamins of group B. In contrast to the above-described medication, the drug is available in the form of a solution for injection. One ampoule contains vitamin B 1 (100 mg), B 6 (50 mg) and B 12 (100 mg).
The drug belongs to a complex of vitamins of group B. Thiamine regulates the metabolism in the body and is a coenzyme of enzymes. Vitamin B
6 , necessary for the central nervous system, takes an active part in the
synthesis of ATP, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. And cyanocobalamin plays a significant role in the synthesis of nucleoproteins and the production of myelin.
Indications and contraindications
The drug "Nerviplex" is prescribed for the complex treatment of neurological diseases associated with a deficiency of vitamins B 1 , B 6 and B 12 :
- neuropathy of a different nature;
- osteochondrosis;
- facial and trigeminal neuritis;
- polyneuropathy.
As doctors confirm, it can very well replace the Neurobion remedy. The drug "Nerviplex", an instruction to which warns of possible contraindications for use, is not recommended:
- under the age of 18;
- during pregnancy;
- during lactation;
- with increased sensitivity to components.
As you can see from the above information, similar contraindications are typical for the drug "Neurobeks". The price of Nerviplex in pharmacies does not exceed 200 rubles.
Dosage
Nerviplex is intended for intramuscular and intravenous administration. Usually it is prescribed in a dose of 2 ml twice a week. The course of treatment depends on the severity of the disease and the individual characteristics of the body. By the way, at the injection site, as doctors warn, there may be a burning sensation and redness that stops on its own in a short time.
Side effects
According to experts, in most cases, the drug "Nerviplex", like "Neurobion", is well tolerated. But in some situations, the following reactions may develop:
- allergies
- pressure reduction;
- difficulty breathing
- exacerbation of the vulgaris.
The drug "Vitaxone"
Another analogue of "Neurobion" refers to a complex of vitamins of group B. Available in the form of a solution for intravenous and intramuscular injection. One ampoule contains 100 mg of B 1 , 50 mg of B 6 and 100 mg of vitamin B 12 .
It is prescribed for the treatment of vitamin deficiency, has an analgesic effect, improves blood supply to organs and tissues, increases the immune and hematopoietic system, normalizes the process in the central nervous system.
Indications and contraindications
The medicine is used to eliminate symptoms in the following neurological pathologies:
- neuralgia of a different nature;
- polyneuropathy;
- neuritis;
- facial paralysis;
- osteochondrosis.
The drug "Vitaxone" is also prescribed for various radicular forms of radiculitis and myalgia - and this is its main difference from the means "Neurobion".
Contraindications:
- age up to 18 years;
- hypersensitivity to active substances;
- pregnancy;
- breast-feeding;
- severe heart failure;
- psoriasis.
Dosage
In acute pathology, the drug is administered in a dose of 2 ml once a day. Further, with the improvement of the therapeutic state, the medicine is administered every other day. The course of treatment depends on the severity of the disease. Experts do not recommend taking injections for more than 4 weeks.
Wrong dosage selection can lead to the following side effects:
- bradycardia;
- excessive sweating;
- pressure reduction;
- allergic reactions.
Identical side effects are also exerted by other analogues of Neurobion.
The drug "Neurobeks"
The medicine belongs to the complex of vitamins of group B. The composition of the medicine also includes vitamins B 1 , B 6 and B 12 . It is available in the form of tablets for oral administration.
Due to its unique multivitamin composition, the drug is indicated for diseases of the peripheral nervous system and for destructive lesions of the spine. Vitamins are involved in the synthesis of lipid metabolism, restore the interaction of fats and carbohydrates. Also, the drug regulates the transmission of synthesis in synapses. Specialists emphasize the effectiveness of the Neurobeks agent on the body.
The price of the drug in Moscow is 600 rubles per package. This is twice as much as the cost of Neurobion.
Indications and contraindications
The drug can be prescribed for the following diseases:
- chronic smoking and alcoholism;
- degenerative changes in the spine;
- diseases of the peripheral and central nervous system.
Contraindications:
- decompensation of the heart system;
- hypersensitivity to B vitamins;
- lack of lactose;
- pregnancy;
- lactation.
Before starting treatment, it is necessary to find out from a doctor all contraindications to the drug "Neurobeks" and "Neurobion". Analogs are cheaper than the described drugs, should not be used without consulting a specialist.
Dosage and Prevention
"Neurobeks" is appointed individually. Dosage depends on the severity of the process. Basically, patients take the drug 1, 2, or 3 times a day for one month. For the purpose of prevention, it is recommended to undergo treatment twice a year.
Doctors emphasize that during therapy it is necessary to strictly observe the prescribed dosage for the Neurobeks tablets and Neurobion tablets. The price of Neurobeks is a little higher, but the quality of the analogues is practically the same.
Solution "Neurorubin"
The drug contains a high dose of vitamins B 1 , B 6 and B 12 , which play a large role in the normal functioning of the central nervous system. Each of the vitamins plays an individual role for the level of metabolism in nerve cells. The medicine is produced in the form of a solution in dark ampoules of 3 ml. The medication helps to normalize the metabolism, restore the deficiency of vitamins in the body.
Indications:
- alcoholism;
- diseases of the central nervous system;
- destructive phenomena in the spine.
Contraindications:
- age up to 18 years;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- psoriasis;
- pregnancy;
- lactation.
Before starting treatment, it is necessary to study the instructions for use of the "Neurorubin".
Analogs, as experts confirm, can perfectly replace the original, but nevertheless, each of them should be prescribed only by a doctor.
Dosage
Only a specialist can set the desired dose for the patient. In most cases, it is 3 ml every other day. In severe diseases, the drug is indicated for administration once a day. The course should not exceed four weeks.
Comparison of drugs of group B
As you can see, tablets and injectable solutions have a complex composition of B vitamins. The main difference is only in the dosage of the active ingredients. Medicines have similar actions, indications and contraindications for use.
Neuropathologists in combination with other drugs often prescribe B vitamins to restore the central nervous system. The main task in this case is to fill the deficiency of vitamins B with the help of the drug "Neurobion". Analogs (ampoules or tablets) are also used widely, it all depends on the objective condition of the patient and the preferences of a specialist.