Cinnarizin tablets. Price, instructions for use, analogues, from which they help, reviews

Cinnarizine is an effective medication, which is prescribed to patients of different ages in order to improve the nutrition of brain tissues. The tablets are well tolerated by patients, less often than other drugs, they provoke complications, and also help to significantly improve the course of many diseases.

Another advantage is the price of the product, which is available for different categories of patients.

Indications for use

A pharmacological agent is a drug whose action is aimed at expanding the vessels of the brain, improving tissue nutrition and stimulating blood circulation. The drug is highly effective, it is prescribed for various neurological pathologies of the central and peripheral nervous system.

The main indications for the use of the medication:

• Trophic disorders of the lower extremities with various vascular lesions.
• Thrombophlebitis of varying severity, in which trophic ulcers are absent or are already beginning to form.
• Obliterating endarteritis.
• Senile dementia and senile dementia of varying degrees of neglect.
• The recovery period of a patient after suffering an ischemic stroke or myocardial infarction.
• Angiopathy at the initial and progressive stages.
• Deterioration of memory of various origins, decreased concentration of attention.
• A significant decrease in mental performance associated with vasospasm, the inability of the patient to concentrate on a certain manipulation.
• Pathological changes in the tissues of the brain as a result of a long course of epilepsy with frequent exacerbations.
• Chronic migraine with regular relapses.
• Raynaud's disease in acute and chronic form.
• Atherosclerotic vascular changes at the initial stage.
• Propensity to develop myocardial infarction and ischemic stroke.
• Dyscirculatory encephalopathy in advanced and mild form.
• Deterioration of blood circulation and nutrition of the brain after trauma.
• Vestibular disorders such as air sickness or motion sickness.

In addition, the remedy is often part of the complex treatment of neurological pathologies, accompanied by severe headaches, sensitivity disorder and fluctuations in indicators blood pressure.

Compound

Cinnarizine tablets, the price of which depends on the manufacturer, contain the main active ingredient, also called cinnarizine. Its amount in tablets can be 25 mg or 75 mg. As a rule, a product with a higher dosage has a forte prefix. It is due to this substance that the therapeutic effect is carried out.

The ingredient has vasodilating, stimulating properties, helps to transfer oxygen and necessary nutritional components to the nerve tissues.

The product also contains auxiliary ingredients:

• Lactose monohydrate.
• Povidone.
• Magnesium stearate.
• Silicon dioxide.
• Potato starch.

Auxiliary ingredients do not have a therapeutic effect, but are necessary to preserve the chemical composition of the product throughout the shelf life. The drug is produced by a Bulgarian, Russian and Icelandic pharmaceutical company.

In what form is it produced

The pharmacological preparation can be found on pharmacy shelves only in tablet form for oral use. The tablets are white, round and small in size. They are placed in blisters of 10, 12, 25 pieces, depending on the manufacturer.

Plates are placed in a cardboard box of 2, 3, 5 pieces, which also depends on the pharmaceutical company. In addition, in each package you can find instructions, which describe in detail the rules for using the medicine.

The cost of the drug also differs depending on the manufacturer. Russian tablets cost about 50-120 rubles. a means of Bulgarian or Icelandic production costs approximately 60-150 rubles. The price also depends on the number of tablets in the package.

Pharmacodynamics

Cinnarizine tablets, the price of which largely depends on the manufacturer, have pronounced vasodilating and stimulating properties. The drug belongs to the slow blockers of calcium channels, that is, it prevents the rapid flow of calcium into the cell and reduces the amount of mineral substance in the blood plasma.

Thanks to this, the vasodilating effect is enhanced, the muscle layer relaxes. vessels, which will certainly lead to a slight but persistent decrease in arterial pressure.

The manufacturer denies the minimal hypotensive effect, but the experience of using the pills in many patients confirms the normalization of indicators without changing the dosage of drugs that reduce arterial pressure. The complex effect of the remedy helps to improve the course of many pathologies, and also helps to eliminate symptoms from the autonomic nervous system.

Additionally, the agent reduces the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, and also allows significantly reduce the excessive excitability of the vestibular apparatus, which provokes development seasickness. It is noted that the drug manifests antihistamine activity, but only with unexpressed signs of the disease.

Another property of the drug is considered to slow the progression of atherosclerotic changes in the vessels of the brain, which will certainly lead to dementia in old age. In addition, the tool allows you to prevent the violation of cerebral circulation that develops with a stroke.

The medicine also has a positive effect on the patient's myocardium, stimulates its work, improves the flow of blood and nutrients.

As a result, the heart muscle is strengthened and the development of myocardial infarction is prevented. One of the important properties of the drug is the ability to reduce blood viscosity, which leads to facilitating the movement of blood along the vascular bed, as well as preventing stagnation, formation blood clots.

Additionally, the medication prevents deformation of the erythrocyte membranes, which contributes to a more efficient transfer of oxygen to tissues and organs. The drug has many therapeutic properties and has an extremely positive effect on the entire body, but provided it is used correctly.

Pharmacokinetics

After the tablet enters the digestive tract, its active dissolution and release of the active component begins. The substance enters the bloodstream and begins to exert a therapeutic effect, concentrating in tissues and organs.

The maximum concentration of the component in the blood is determined 60-120 minutes after oral administration. The active ingredient binds well to blood plasma proteins, which explains the high bioavailability. However, it was noted that the agent almost does not accumulate in the body, which reduces the risk of overdose.

After the processing of the ingredients in the liver, metabolites are excreted with feces and urine. More than half of the substances are excreted with the help of the intestines, and the rest with the help of the kidneys. The maximum duration of evacuation of metabolites from the body is 1 day. However, in many patients, blood cleansing occurs within 6-8 hours.

Patients with mild liver and kidney pathologies note a slowdown in the onset of the therapeutic effect, as well as the removal of components from the body, which does not weaken the effect of the tablets. Food and liquid intake does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug.

Application

Cinnarizine is used only as directed by a doctor, since pills can provoke complications. Many patients take them on their own, since the price of the drug is affordable, but doctors do not approve of this.

For children under 18

The tablets are prescribed only for patients over 12 years of age. The daily dosage for such patients is 50 mg, that is, it is necessary to take 1 tablet 2 times a day.

The duration of treatment for a child is determined individually, but usually it is at least 2 weeks. After that, a second examination is carried out and the effectiveness of therapy is assessed, the doctor cancels the pills or prolongs the course for another 7-10 days, depending on the degree of neglect of the condition and related complications.

Sometimes children from 12 to 18 years old are prescribed 1 tablet 3 times a day, but according to strict indications.

For adults

For adults, the drug is prescribed without restriction, but in a certain dosage, which depends on the specific disease.

Pathological condition	The scheme of drug use
Severe cerebral circulation disorder, repeated ischemic stroke	In case of primary stroke and after restoration of the swallowing reflex, the patient is prescribed 1 tablet of the drug 3 times a day. The duration of use is 4 weeks. In case of repeated stroke with preservation of the swallowing reflex, the patient takes 2 tablets 3 times a day for 2-4 weeks, depending on the severity of symptoms
Peripheral circulation disorders with or without trophic ulcers	Peripheral disorders are treated with long courses. For 4-5 weeks, the patient takes 2 tablets 2 times a day. If necessary, the dosage can be increased, but it is not recommended to take more than 225 mg of the drug per day, that is, no more than 9 tablets of 25 mg each
Labyrinth disorders in patients with pathologies of the vestibular apparatus	With such pathologies, the patient takes the remedy for 15-20 days. The dosage is determined depending on the degree of damage, but usually it is 1 tablet 3 times a day.
Neurological disorders accompanied by headaches, sleep disturbances and sensory disturbances	The remedy for such pathologies is used not only in the acute period, but also to prevent complications and relapses. The dosage is 2 tablets, they should be taken 2 times a day for 3 weeks. If necessary, you can extend the course to 4-5 weeks, but according to strict indications
Sea and air sickness	In order to prevent the so-called motion sickness in transport, it is worth taking 1 tablet of the drug 30 minutes before the trip. As a rule, this is sufficient to achieve a therapeutic result. Such treatment is not prescribed in courses, but is used only if necessary.

For other diseases, the therapy regimen may differ. In any case, specialist advice is required.

For pregnant

During pregnancy and when breastfeeding, the medication is not used, since it can provoke complications. If it is necessary to prescribe a medicine during the lactation period, it is worth stopping feeding, since the active substance penetrates well into breast milk.

For the elderly

The use of the drug for elderly patients is identical to the method used for therapy in adults. However, when treating elderly patients, drug interactions and the likelihood of complications with the simultaneous use of several drugs from different groups are taken into account.

Contraindications

Cinnarizine tablets (the price of the drug differs in different regions) is not prescribed when diagnosing intolerance to the active component, as well as allergies to other components. Contraindications include individual sensitivity to lactose.

In addition, the remedy is not prescribed for pregnant and lactating women, especially if there are any vascular disorders. Parkinson's disease is considered a relative contraindication to therapy. An obstacle to prescribing pills is considered to be the patient's age up to 12 years.

Overdose

The drug does not so often provoke the symptoms of an overdose, but with its development, the patient's condition deteriorates significantly. There is a violation of consciousness. The development of a coma, severe drowsiness.

The patient becomes apathetic, does not show interest in his activities and the people around him. In addition, the condition is accompanied by severe nausea and bouts of vomiting, which do not alleviate the course of the pathology. Additionally, patients note trembling of the limbs, especially hands when trying to perform minor manipulations.

In many patients, an overdose is accompanied by a critical decrease in blood pressure indicators. If you are allergic to a medicine, large red spots appear on the patient's body, which cover the area of ​​the back, abdomen, and the inner surface of the limbs. Patients talk about itching, flaking of the skin and severe irritation, which provokes symptoms from the nervous system.

Sometimes an overdose is accompanied by the development of Quincke's edema. The condition threatens not only the health, but also the patient's life. If symptoms of an overdose appear, you must immediately stop taking the drug and visit a doctor.

Side effects

In case of non-compliance with the instructions, patients will certainly develop side reactions. But it is worth noting that compliance with all the rules does not guarantee the absence of complications.

Most common reactions:

• Headache and dizziness.
• Change in blood pressure indicators in one direction or another.
• Depressive state, apathy.
• Constant sleepiness.
• Decreased performance.
• Trembling of the arms and legs when moving and at rest.
• Dry mouth and intense thirst.
• Recurrent discomfort in the stomach.
• Nausea, persistent constipation or diarrhea.
• An increase in body weight while taking the usual amount of food or even a deterioration in appetite.

Some patients develop extrapyramidal disorders and other complications. The appearance of adverse reactions is considered a reason for refusing to take pills and visiting a doctor.

Drug interactions

Cinnarizine tablets (the price may vary depending on the supplier of the drug) should not be combined with other medicines, which have similar therapeutic properties, as well as drugs aimed at increasing arterial pressure.

It is worth remembering that pills enhance the effect of taking nootropics, as well as antihypertensive, sedative medications. Do not take the funds at the same time as vasoconstrictor drugs.

Allowed to take with antibiotics, antiepileptic, anticoagulants. There is no negative effect when the tablets are combined with painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs.

Storage conditions and periods

• You can store the medicine for 5 years. It is important to keep the tablets away from children, water and direct sunlight.
• The maximum storage temperature is + 250C.

Conditions of dispensing from pharmacies

A doctor's prescription is required to purchase the medication.

Analogs

If necessary, you can use one of the product substitutes with similar medicinal properties.

Common analogues:

• Stugeron - a complete analogue of the drug containing the same active ingredient and having the same properties. It is prescribed for patients with cerebral and peripheral circulation insufficiency, and is available in tablet form. The standard scheme involves taking 2 tablets of the drug 3 times a day, the duration of the course is 2 weeks.
• Betaserc - a tablet medication prescribed for dizziness, impaired functioning of the vestibular apparatus and inner ear. Tablets should be taken 1-2 times a day, the course lasts up to 10 days.

There are other analogues of the remedy, but the first one is used most often.

Cinnarizine is a popular, relatively safe and effective pill that helps normalize peripheral and central circulation. Affordable price and low risk of adverse reactions make it possible to use the product even when treating children from 12 years of age.

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