Apilac for lactation. Reviews, instructions for use, how to take, price

Apilak is a product based on natural ingredients that used to stimulate lactation and improving the quality of breast milk.

Reviews of patients who took the medicine are predominantly positive, since natural components rarely provoke negative reactions. Despite this, it is better to use the drug after prior consultation with a specialist.

Forms of release and composition of the drug

The pharmacological agent is available to patients in the form of tablets for oral administration. They are small in size, white or almost white in color, and have a sweetish taste. The product is packaged in plastic blisters of 10 pieces.

Plates are placed in cardboard boxes in 1, 2 or 3 pieces. In addition, instructions for the use of the medication are attached to the plates, in which all the main points are described in detail.

The main active ingredient in the composition of the drug is royal jelly powder. Each tablet contains 10 mg of this substance.

There are also auxiliary ingredients in the composition:

• Calcium stearate.
• Potato starch.
• Talc.
• Lactose monohydrate.

Additional components of the composition do not have a therapeutic effect. In addition to tablets, an ointment of the same name is produced, which also contains royal jelly in powder form. However, it is not used to stimulate lactation, but is indicated to accelerate the processes of tissue regeneration.

Pharmacological properties

Apilak for lactation (reviews of the tool allow you to evaluate its effectiveness before starting the intake) has general tonic properties. It is due to the content of royal jelly that the therapeutic effect is achieved. The medicine triggers the body's natural processes for the production of breast milk and additionally saturates it with valuable components.

In addition, the product stimulates metabolic processes in the body, which improves the quality of breast milk due to the intake of all vitamins and minerals from food. Additionally, the medicine has a beneficial effect on the general condition of the patient, improves well-being and increases efficiency.

Another positive property of the drug is the ability to influence the nervous system. The medication improves sleep, eliminates irritation and nervous tension, and helps to cope with stress without taking additional sedative medications.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Royal jelly in the composition of the medication has unique therapeutic properties. This is due to the presence of thiamine in its composition, which has a beneficial effect on the woman's body and stimulates recovery of the body after childbirth, but at the same time contributes to the production of a sufficient amount of breast milk.

In addition, the composition of royal jelly contains riboflavin, pyridoxine and ascorbic acid. As a result of the intake of components in the body, milk is saturated with these substances, as well as an increase in its amount.

The active ingredient contains valuable minerals such as sodium potassium and calcium. These components have a beneficial effect not only on the condition of the child, but also on the mother's body, helping to prevent the leaching of calcium from the bone tissue.

Royal jelly influences not only the quality and quantity of breast milk, but also has a positive effect on metabolic processes in a woman's body. As a result, she feels more energetic, constant fatigue disappears, sleep is normalized. As a result, after the course of taking the pills, there is a noticeable improvement.

After entering the oral cavity, the tablet is actively dissolved, and the active substance enters the stomach, where absorption into the blood takes place. After that, the substances are distributed throughout the body and contribute to the production of breast milk. Already 2 hours after taking the pill, the maximum concentration of its components in the blood is noted.

The drug does not accumulate in the patient's blood and tissues; it is quickly excreted in the form of decomposition products of some ingredients. It is worth noting that most of the vitamins and minerals are completely absorbed in the woman's body and are not excreted from the body. The period of evacuation of residual substances takes no more than 4-8 hours, depending on the characteristics of the patient's body.

The drug passes into breast milk in large quantities, which explains its effectiveness. After stopping the use of the drug, the therapeutic effect persists for several more days.

In patients who suffer from gastritis, enteritis or gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, there is a slowdown in the absorption of the components of the composition, as well as incomplete assimilation of substances. Liver and kidney pathologies do not weaken the effect of the medication.

Indications for use

Apilac is used not only to stimulate lactation, but also in other conditions. Feedback from patients confirms that the medication has many medicinal properties.

Additional indications for the use of tablets:

• Weakening of a woman's immunity after pregnancy and childbirth.
• The recovery period after severe surgical interventions, long-term illnesses.
• Rehabilitation of the body after prolonged use of antibiotics.
• Chronic neurotic disorders, accompanied by sleep disturbances, irritability and other manifestations.

In addition, the drug can be used as part of the complex treatment of arterial hypotension, when the patient has a persistent decrease in performance and a deterioration in the general condition.

Additionally, the drug can be prescribed to prevent weakening of the immune system in patients who suffer from frequent colds and viral diseases.

Contraindications

Effective tablets are categorically contraindicated to use if you are allergic to bee products or have a tendency to similar manifestations. The drug can provoke severe complications, up to and including death, in the absence of timely treatment.

In addition, the medication is contraindicated in case of intolerance to lactose or other components in its composition, as well as Addison's disease. Do not prescribe it in the acute period of myocardial infarction, ischemic stroke. In some cases, the drug is not prescribed for patients with chronic epilepsy, characterized by frequent seizures.

During the period of taking antibiotics or cytostatics, the drug is also not used, since its therapeutic effect is suppressed by potent medications. It is not used in the therapy of patients under 2 years of age, since children at this age can rarely independently and correctly dissolve the pill.

Acute gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer is considered a relative contraindication for prescribing medication. Usually, specialists stop acute symptoms, after which Apilak is prescribed.

Instructions for use, dosage

Apilak for lactation (reviews of the remedy are mostly positive) is used according to the standard scheme, which involves the resorption of 1 tablet 2 times a day. The duration of the therapeutic course is 2-4 weeks.

If the patient is producing some breast milk, it is better to take a long course. With minor deviations from the norm, 2 weeks are enough to normalize the condition.

It should be noted that it is important to dissolve the tablets only. When swallowed or chewed, the therapeutic effect is weakened, since absorption begins immediately in the oral cavity when exposed to saliva.

It is important not to mix the medicine with food or drink. It is allowed to dissolve the tablets immediately after a meal or 30 minutes before the start of its use. After resorption, do not drink tea, water or other drinks for 20 minutes.

Side effects

The natural composition and relative safety of the drug is not a complete guarantee of the absence of adverse reactions. In patients who have a tendency to them, complications arise quite often, affecting internal organs and systems.

Organs and systems	The most common manifestations
Nervous system	With prolonged use of the drug without a doctor's prescription, the patient may notice sleep disorders, increased excitability and problems with concentration. Her energy leads to overwork, and deep sleep becomes disturbing. After discontinuation of the medication, improvement is noted after 5-7 days, if necessary, symptomatic treatment is prescribed.
Respiratory system	Patients with chronic bronchial asthma have difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, and chest pain. It is worth noting that such manifestations are considered rare and occur only with prolonged treatment with the drug and exceeding the recommended daily dosage. When symptoms appear, the usual means of arresting an attack do not help to eliminate it, therefore, the help of a doctor is required.
Vessels and heart	Tachycardia and arrhythmia are considered the most common complications of the cardiovascular system. At the same time, the patient does not feel a significant deterioration in her condition, since the drug does not have a significant effect on blood pressure indicators. Despite this, the manifestations are aggravated if you do not stop taking the drug. Shortness of breath appears with minor physical exertion, as well as during stressful situations.
Digestive tract	Nausea is a common adverse reaction with pill use. It is mild, but leads to a decrease in the amount of food consumed. In addition, the high content of B vitamins and other components in royal jelly can provoke persistent constipation even in patients without intestinal problems. With long-term preservation of the symptom, other complications appear due to intoxication of the body. The patient notes headache, weakness, bad breath. The abdomen becomes hard, flatulence, bloating and cramps are observed. Sometimes a woman speaks of soreness, especially when pressed.
urinary system	Violations from this system are rare. Sometimes women may notice increased urination and mild pain in the lower abdomen. Symptoms usually disappear after a few days and do not provoke complications.
Skin	The most common manifestations appear on the part of the skin. There is a rash of various sizes, affecting the trunk, the inner surface of the arms and legs. The rash is red, it can be single or multiple, when several dozen pimples merge into one spot. At the same time, itching is weak, the patient may not notice the manifestation immediately.

If adverse reactions occur, it is necessary to stop taking the drug and immediately visit a doctor in order to undergo symptomatic therapy.

Overdose

Apilak for lactation (it is better to study patient reviews in advance of admission) is used according to the standard scheme, therefore, if all the rules are followed, overdose develops extremely rarely. Specialists have not recorded such cases, but they do not exclude the possibility.

In case of an overdose, all adverse reactions are aggravated. Perhaps the appearance of severe headache and dizziness, irritability and increased excitability. In addition, the patient is worried about pain in the mammary glands associated with excessive production of breast milk.

The most common sign of an overdose is the development of acute urticaria. At the same time, the patient has lacrimation and itching of the eyelids, the development of allergic rhinitis with the release of a large amount of liquid transparent mucus. Quite large and prominent red spots appear on the skin, and unbearable itching is also noted.

The patient combs the skin, which provokes an aggravation of the symptoms. The condition is accompanied not only by local manifestations, but by signs from the nervous system in the form of causeless fear, nervousness and hyperactivity.

Quincke's edema is considered another dangerous complication that often develops with an overdose. With this condition, there is a gradual or rapid swelling of the mucous membranes of the larynx, provoking difficulty breathing or choking.

In this case, the patient's skin becomes cyanotic, cold to the touch. The nervous-emotional state is disturbed, anxiety is noted. To prevent such complications, it is necessary to stop taking the medication as soon as the first symptoms appear, and visit a doctor.

special instructions

When you first take the pill, you should carefully listen to your own feelings. Royal jelly is considered the strongest allergen, therefore it provokes reactions even in patients who have not previously noticed such symptoms.

It is recommended to exclude confectionery, honey, strawberries and other products that often provoke allergies from the menu on the first day after the start of therapy. This is due to the fact that after the start of treatment and with the development of allergies, a woman will not be able to accurately determine the root cause of the symptoms. In the absence of complications, all foods are allowed to be consumed in moderation.

Drug interactions

Apilak for lactation (reviews of the medication confirm its effectiveness) are not combined with other medications that are aimed at increasing the production of breast milk. This can provoke serious complications, including mastitis.

The drug should also not be taken simultaneously with antibiotics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is allowed to combine the medication with vitamin complexes, but only after consulting a specialist.

Analogs

The pharmacological agent has no structural analogs that could be used as a substitute. In most cases this is not required as the original medication is well tolerated and inexpensive.

Given the period of use of the product, it is absolutely contraindicated to use any medications or home remedies on your own.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

You can store the medication for 24 months. After the expiration of this period, you should not use the medicine.

It is important to keep the tablets away from children, moisture and direct sunlight. The latter factor can affect the chemical composition of the tablets. You can buy a medication at a pharmacy without a prescription from a doctor.

Price in pharmacies in Moscow, St. Petersburg, regions

The cost of tablets in pharmacies in St. Petersburg and Moscow is approximately 570-190 rubles. In the regions, you can buy a medicine for 140-150 rubles.

The price largely depends on the manufacturer and the region of distribution of the tablets.

Apilac is a popular and relatively safe pill that is used to stimulate lactation and improve the quality of breast milk. Patient reviews about the action of the medication are mostly positive, but they indicate the need to strictly follow the instructions and not exceed the dosage.

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