Emoxipine eye drops. Reviews of doctors, instructions for use, analogues, where to buy, price

Emoxipin - these are eye drops (reviews about them are mostly positive), which are widely used in ophthalmology. The drug is used to strengthen the vessels of the visual organs in case of hemorrhage, retinopathy, glaucoma and other pathologies.

For the first time Emoxipin was developed and synthesized in the Soviet Union in the 60s. The medicine was developed after long scientific experiments and as a result, the doctors of the research laboratory presented an effective remedy for a wide variety of eye lesions.

Forms of release and composition of the drug Emoxipin

The drug is available in the form:

• Eye drops. In this case, we are talking about a 1% solution, which is available in 5 ml vials.
• Ampoules with a solution intended for injection. They can be of two types. In the first case, Amoxipin is sold as a 1% solution in 1 ml ampoules. Also on sale are 5 ml ampoules, which contain a 5 percent solution inside.

The main component of the drug is emoxipin (its content is 10 mg / ml), which in its queue is an active ingredient called methylethylpyridinol (2-ethyl-6-methyl-3-hydroxypyridine hydrochloride).

It is a powdery substance with a crystalline structure. The component is highly soluble in water. Methylethylpyridinol is included in the state register of medicines.

However, in addition to emoxipin itself, the preparation contains auxiliary components:

Excipient	Peculiarities
Sodium sulfite (anhydrous)	It is an antioxidant. It is an inorganic compound of sodium salt with sulfurous acid.
Sodium benzonate	Food additive in the form of a preservative. Odorless and tasteless.
Potassium dihydrogen phosphate	It is a potassium salt of phosphoric acid
Distilled water	Required for injection

Pharmacological properties

Methylethylpyridinol belongs to the pharmacological group of angioprotectors and microcirculation correctors. Due to this, the substance reduces the permeability of the vascular walls. In addition, the active component of Emoxipin is also an antihypoxant and antioxidant. This suggests that this drug can lower blood viscosity and reduce the risk of blood clots.

The agent helps to stabilize the condition of the membranes of blood vessel cells. Also, the drug increases the acid resistance of red blood cells. They become more resilient.

Additionally, methylethylpyridinol increases the activity of antioxidant enzymes. The substance has a retinoprotective effect, that is, it protects the retina from damage to the external environment (for example, bright light, laser or electromagnetic radiation). The agent prevents intraocular hemorrhage, and also has a positive effect on the microcirculation of the eye.

In addition, Emoxipin means:

• It starts the processes of saturation of tissues of the optic organ with oxygen.
• Participates in the process of resorption of hematomas, adhesions, scars and other injuries.
• Prevents cell synthesis. Thanks to this, the inflammatory process in the tissues stops.
• Increases energy potential in the process of cellular metabolism (stimulates metabolic processes).

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Emoxipin - eye drops (reviews about them allow us to make sure that the remedy is effective and safe), which have a positive effect on blood clotting. This is ensured by a decrease in the overall coagulation index. Cellular and vascular membranes stabilize faster, and resistance to mechanical injury increases.

The drug has a positive effect on the state of the cerebral cortex. It becomes more resistant to ischemia and hypoxia. Emoxipin helps in case of autonomic dysfunction and if the patient has problems with cerebral circulation.

Also, a tool based on methylethylpyridinol has a positive effect in case of the risk of ischemic myocardial damage. The drug blocks its spread and at the same time is responsible for the expansion of the coronary vessels.

Emoxipin is often used as eye drops. In this case, the agent has a protective effect on the retina.

If it speaks about pharmacinetics, then it is worth noting the ability to quickly penetrate into the tissues of the human body. Emoxipin is quickly excreted, but this property depends on the specific condition of the person.

For example, pharmacinetics can change if a person suffers from pathological coronary occlusion. In this case, the drug will be excreted from the body for a longer time. Therefore, it can be called more biodegradable.

With retrobulbar injection (injection is done by introducing a needle into the area behind the eyeball), Emoxipin begins to act almost immediately, since it is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream. At the same time, a stable level of the main component remains for 2 hours. After a day, the drug is excreted from the body, but a small concentration of the drug remains in the eye tissues.

Indications for use

If we are talking about eye drops, then they are prescribed for:

• internal hemorrhage;
• thrombosis in the central vein, retina or its branches;
• dystrophic disease of the visual organs;
• complicated myopia;
• glaucoma;
• angina pectoris;
• damage to the eye vessels against the background of diabetes mellitus;
• the need to protect the retina after the performed laser coagulation procedure or if the visual organs have been damaged by sun or laser burns.

In the form of injections, this drug is prescribed if the patient is diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy, complicated myopathy or central chorioretinal dystrophy.

Also, injections with this drug are given for chronic circulatory disorders of the brain or if the pathology has passed into an acute stage. Emoxipin can be prescribed after surgery to remove a hematoma that was localized in the meninges. In some situations, the drug is administered intramuscularly or intravenously.

Emoxipin - eye drops (reviews indicate that the drug helps with various ophthalmic diseases), which are also actively used in preventive measures. For example, the doctor may prescribe Emoxipin after the patient has undergone surgery.

Also, the drug promotes rapid healing of burns, becomes an adjunct for degenerative changes in the retina. In addition, Emoxipin prevents the occurrence of cataracts when it comes to patients over 40 years old.

Additionally, there is a nosological classification of diseases for which Emoxipin is often used. For example, it is prescribed for degeneration of the choroid of the eye or macula and the posterior plus, as well as for occlusion of retinal vessels;

Contraindications and age restrictions

There are very few contraindications for this drug. It is not recommended for people who are hypersensitive to methylethylpyridinol. Also, the remedy is contraindicated in children under the age of 18 and pregnant women.

During lactation, the drug can be taken very carefully, only with the permission of a doctor.

Instructions for use, dosage

There are several schemes for using the drug.

For example, when treating cardiac or neurological pathologies, a doctor may suggest two treatment options:

• The first treatment regimen is that for the first 5-15 days, the patient should inject 1 to 3 times at knocks, 20-30 ml (4-6 ampoules) of a 3% solution of Emoxipin intravenously. Each dropper must be prepared from 10 ml of the drug (two ampoules), which must be dissolved in 200 ml of saline (can be replaced with a 5% glucose solution). The infusion rate of the solution should be 20-30 drops per minute.
• The second treatment regimen with Emoxipin is that the drug (3% solution) for 10-30 days must be injected intramuscularly in 3-5 ml per injection. The drug should be administered 2-3 times a day.

It is worth noting that the more accurate treatment period will depend on the stage and complexity of the diagnosed pathology. Additionally, it is necessary to take into account the general well-being of the patient and the speed of his recovery.

Also, an ophthalmologist may prescribe injections of a 1 percent solution, which is administered retrobulbar or parabulbarno (in the area of ​​the eyeball), as well as under the conjunctiva (this method is called subconjunctival). If we are talking about parabulbar administration, then it is performed once a day or every other day.

Each injection is 0.5-1 ml of Emoxipin. A little less drug is injected under the conjunctiva, 0.2-0.5 ml each. The course of treatment with such methods can be from 10 to 30 days. Within one year, taking the drug is allowed to be repeated no more than 2-3 times.

If the patient suffers from deep damage to the eye, then the doctor prescribes treatment by retrobulbar injection. Injections are administered at 0.5-1 ml daily for two weeks.

If it is necessary to protect the eyes during laser coagulation, then in this case the drug is also injected through the area next to the optic organ. In this case, an injection of 0.5-1 ml of Emoxipin is given 24 hours before the surgery, as well as 1 hour before the surgery.

After the laser coagulation procedure has been completed over the next 2-10 days, the drug is administered according to a similar scheme, once a day.

Emoxipin - eye drops (reviews of the drug confirm its effectiveness), which are prescribed if a person suffers from hypertension and other lesions that affect the state of the visual organs. If we talk about dosage, it is usually recommended to use drops 2-3 times a day, 1-2 drops in each conjunctival cavity.

The course of treatment with eye drops is 3-30 days. If, upon completion, the patient still suffers from the same symptoms, and he normally underwent such treatment, then the drug can be continued. With the approval of a doctor, drops can be used without interruption for 6 months. However, most often, treatment is carried out in courses of 30 days several times a year.

Separately, it should be noted that with hypertension, such treatment is allowed exclusively subject to constant monitoring of blood pressure (blood pressure) and clotting indicators blood.

Side effects, contraindications and overdose

In reviews of Emoxipin eye drops, some say that after using the product, an unpleasant itching sensation appears. This is indeed one of the side effects of the drug, but it is not common. Also, some patients may experience temporary conjunctival hyperemia.

If a person suffers from intolerance to the main component of the drug, then an allergic reaction may occur. However, this also happens quite rarely. Also, in some cases, after the use of Emoxipin, pain or compaction of the paraorbital tissue may appear (it dissolves after a while).

If we talk about drug overdose, then so far not a single case of this has been reported. Also, no laboratory tests were carried out.

Drug interactions and special instructions

If, in addition to Emoxipin itself, the doctor prescribes other eye drops, then in this case methylethylpyridinol should always be used with the latter. It is also recommended to wait until the previous product is completely absorbed. As a rule, this takes no more than 15 minutes.

If tocopherol is used with Emoxipin, then the antioxidant effect of the latter is significantly increased. This nuance must be taken into account before you start taking the drug.

In addition, a drug based on methylethylpyridinol should in no case be mixed with any other drugs during injections. That is, you cannot dilute Emoxipin in a syringe. If we are talking about Emoxipin in the form of eye drops, then, as a rule, on the contrary, it is recommended to use them with other topical preparations.

Analogs

If we talk about drugs with a similar action, then several means can be distinguished. For example, Probucol. It is an imported drug that is produced in Europe and the United States. You won't be able to get it at any pharmacy.

It is only possible to order directly from Europe. Despite the fact that Probucol has a similar effect, it is seriously inferior in effectiveness to Emoxipin. As a rule, this analogue is used when there is an excess of cholesterol in the body.

Also among the analogues can be distinguished:

• Emoxy optician. The product is sold in the form of drops. The cost of the drug is about 150 rubles. The main component of the drug is methylethylpyridinol hydrochloride, as well as a number of additional components (sodium benzonate, water and other similar components, as in Emoxipin). Drops of Emoxy-optician are allowed to be prescribed for adults 1-2 drops several times a day. The standard course of treatment lasts 30 days. If the patient demonstrates good tolerance to the drug, then this period can be increased to six months.
• Emoxibel. It is almost identical to Emoxipin and Emoxy-optics preaprate. The only difference is the lower cost. Emoxibel can be purchased for 60-80 rubles.
• Viksitin. The main component of this agent is also methylethylpyridinol. However, other substances are used in Vixitica. For example, hydroxypropylbetadex is added to it (it relieves burning and cramps in the process of instilling drops), sodium hyaluronate (a polysaccharide that is present in cartilage tissue) and many other substances that soften the effect Viksitina. This analogue is quite expensive, about 300 - 350 rubles.

According to experts, Emoxipin is an effective agent characterized by a strong local irritating effect. This suggests that patients experience discomfort when using eye drops.

Therefore, for use in this form, you can choose a similar drug, for example, Vixitin. If we are talking about injections, then methylethylpyridinol does not require replacement. For injections, Emoxipin is considered one of the best remedies.

As a rule, patients leave negative reviews about the remedy, relying only on unpleasant sensations. But after a while, they note that the medicine does an excellent job of its task.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

Since 2010, this product can be freely purchased without a corresponding doctor's prescription. The drug is stored for 1 to 3 years. Before buying, you should carefully study the packaging. It must not be damaged. Also, it must contain information about the expiration date. Opened packaging is stored for no more than 1 month, after which it is better to dispose of the product.

Store Emoxipin at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C, in a fairly cool environment (but not in the refrigerator). It is also important to ensure that the packaging is not exposed to direct sunlight.

Price in pharmacies in Moscow, St. Petersburg, regions

Emoxipin - eye drops (reviews of the drug confirm that if you cannot get it yourself Emoxipin, then it is best to replace it with Vixitin), which can be purchased at the pharmacy or via the Internet shop.

The easiest way to clarify the cost is through online drug search engines. On such resources, you can not only check the availability of a drug in a particular pharmacy, but also compare prices.

For example, in Moscow, Emoxipin in the form of eye drops will cost 212 rubles, in St. Petersburg, the agent costs a little more - 220 rubles. In the Kaliningrad region, drops will cost 3 rubles. more expensive than in the former Leningrad. In Udmurtia, the price tag reaches 230 rubles. In the Yaroslavl region, the tool will cost no more than 225 rubles.

Solution for injection on average 80-100 rubles. more expensive than drops.

Emoxipin is an eye drops that are affordable and highly effective. According to doctors' reviews, the main component of the drug, although it can cause discomfort during the use of the drug, performs its main task. Emoxipin has minimal contraindications and does not cause serious adverse reactions.

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