Content
- Indications for use
- Chemical composition
- Release form
- Pharmacodynamics
- Pharmacokinetics
- Application
- For children under 18
- For adults
- For pregnant
- For the elderly
- Contraindications
- Overdose
- Side effects
- Special recommendations
- Drug interactions
- Storage conditions and periods
- Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- Analogs
- Emoxipin
- Emoxibel
- Video about the drug Vixipin
Vixipin - antioxidant eye drops, used in diagnosing pathologies of the visual apparatus of various origins and severity in patients. Patient reviews about the action of the drug are different, which is associated with the individual reaction of the body to the tissues of the eyes. It is recommended to undergo treatment only for indications determined by an ophthalmologist during examination.
Indications for use
The tool is an antioxidant drug, often used to eliminate the symptoms of corneal pathologies and prevent the development of complications. The medication helps to eliminate symptoms, improves the condition of blood vessels and reduces the permeability of their walls.
The main indications for prescribing a medicine:
- Inflammatory pathologies of the cornea, accompanied by severe symptoms from the visual apparatus.
- Eye tissue burns of varying severity.
- Hemorrhage in the anterior chamber of the eye. Improving the state of blood vessels allows you to prevent the development of complications against the background of this violation.
- Blood clots in the central retinal vein. The drug somewhat reduces the likelihood of complete overlap of the vessel lumen.
- Myopia in patients, complications against the background of this disorder.
- Retinopathy of diabetic origin, when, against the background of the malignant course of diabetes mellitus, patients develop complications from the vessels of the eyes. Often, such patients lose their eyesight with a prolonged course of pathology and the absence of proper treatment.
- Hemorrhages in the sclera in elderly patients. The tool can be used to prevent such violations.
The medication is often combined with other medicines, and is also used to prevent the development of certain diseases.
Chemical composition
Vixipin - eye drops (reviews of the medicine are left mainly by patients using it in courses) based on the component methylethylpyridinol hydrochloride. This substance has vaso-strengthening and antioxidant properties, it has the main therapeutic effect.
Drops contain auxiliary ingredients in varying amounts:
- Potassium dihydrogen phosphate.
- Sodium benzoate.
- Sodium hyaluronate.
- Phosphoric acid solution.
- Water for injections.
These substances do not have medicinal properties, but ensure the preservation of the formula of the main component throughout the entire shelf life.
Release form
The medication is available for purchase by patients in the form of drops for topical use. They are presented with a solution without a pronounced color and aroma. The liquid is transparent, sometimes it can have a yellowish color, which depends on the manufacturer's batch.
Drops are packaged in small plastic bottles equipped with a dropper for ease of use. The bottle is placed in a cardboard box. A description is attached to it indicating the features of the application, possible complications and contraindications for patients.
The amount of medicine in the vial is 10 ml, but there are 5 ml vials, which are used by patients with mild forms of pathology. The cost of the solution ranges from 270-340 rubles. per bottle.
Pharmacodynamics
Vixipin - eye drops (the patient can study reviews of the solution before the start of the course) with pronounced antioxidant properties that help improve the condition of the tissues of the eyeball if patients have diseases or a tendency to their development.
The medication improves the condition of the walls of the capillaries of the eyeball, prevents their destruction under the influence of various factors. The main ingredient of the composition prevents the development of thrombosis, as it affects the process of gluing platelets. As a result, blood clots are not formed and do not interfere with the blood supply to the tissues of the eye.
The antihypoxic effect of the agent prevents the development of oxygen starvation of the tissues of the visual apparatus. The drug stimulates blood circulation in the affected area, contributes to the saturation of tissues with oxygen and nutrients.
Pharmacokinetics
After the solution enters the cornea, it is rapidly absorbed into the eye tissue and distributed in different chambers. Experts note that a small amount of a component of the composition accumulates in the tissues, which provides a long-term effect, even after the termination of the course.
The substance also enters the systemic circulation, its maximum concentration is reached 1-2 hours after the application of a single dosage. With prolonged use, a constant concentration of ingredients is found in the blood.
The binding of the substance to plasma proteins occurs by about 40-45%, which ensures high efficiency of the drug. After providing a therapeutic effect, the ingredients of the composition are metabolized in the liver and evacuated with the help of the kidneys. A change in pharmacokinetic characteristics is possible when a patient is identified with disorders of the urinary system.
Application
Vixipin is used only topically when certain indications appear. Eye drops help to quickly eliminate symptoms if you study the reviews of those who used their courses.
For children under 18
The drug is considered relatively safe for patients, but it is not prescribed for patients under 18 years of age. This is due to the lack of sufficient data on the effect of the ingredients of the composition on the eye tissues of children and adolescents. If necessary, such patients are prescribed other drugs with similar properties.
For adults
Adult patients use eye drops according to the standard scheme determined by the doctor after examination. But the treatment regimen may differ depending on the symptoms and the presence of other complications in the patient.
Course of pathology | Features of the use of funds |
Acute course of the disease | In the acute course of the pathological condition, the agent is injected into each eye at least 3 times a day with equal time intervals. A one-time rate does not exceed 2 drops per eye. For 10 days, the specialist monitors the reaction of the tissues to the action of the medication, after which he decides to extend the treatment or cancel the remedy. If necessary, the course can last 30 days. |
Chronic form | In the chronic course of the pathological condition, the agent is administered 2 times a day with approximately equal time intervals. The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the manifestations, but in most cases 2 weeks are enough, since chronic diseases are often not accompanied by severe symptoms. 1-2 drops of the agent are injected into each eye. |
Recurrent pathologies | With frequent onset of symptoms, therapy can be extended up to 2 months if there is no effect of treatment. Repeat the application 2-3 times per day, inject 1-2 drops into each eye. |
The maximum duration of a therapeutic course can be up to 6 months, but such a long-term treatment is prescribed only by a doctor after a diagnostic examination. It is important to administer the drops with care. Experts recommend staying in a comfortable position while doing this.
After the introduction of drops, it is necessary to close the eyes in order to improve the distribution of the components of the composition over the cornea. Correction of the dose and duration of the course is carried out only by the doctor after examining the affected area and assessing the general condition of the patient.
For pregnant
Pregnant patients are not prescribed the drug, as well as women during breastfeeding.
The safety of the components for patients in this group has not been established. There is no data on the negative effect of the ingredients on the development of the fetus, but there is also no information confirming safety.
For the elderly
For elderly patients, the drops are administered by a nurse or relatives, as they have an increased risk of corneal injury from the tip of the dropper. The scheme of therapy for such patients does not differ from that used for adults.
The difference is that elderly patients are rarely prescribed for long courses of 6 months. Usually, the treatment of such patients lasts no more than 30 days, but there may be exceptions for patients with severe pathologies.
Contraindications
Vixipin - eye drops (reviews of the remedy can be negative when patients have complications), which are not used when diagnosing intolerance to the components of the composition or a tendency to such reactions.
Other barriers to therapy:
- The period of gestation and breastfeeding.
- The age of patients is up to 18 years.
- Severe corneal injuries, in which a significant part of the tissue is damaged.
- An acute course of bacterial conjunctivitis, in which there is lacrimation and the formation of pus in the corners of the eyes. After eliminating the symptoms, it is possible to prescribe drops.
- Acute mental disorders.
- Brain pathology in the acute stage.
- Impairment of consciousness against the background of a state of shock.
- Cardiogenic shock, acute cerebrovascular accident.
The drug is used with caution for patients with a tendency to allergic diseases. In the acute stage of allergy, you should not use a medication, but after the relief of severe symptoms, the solution can be prescribed.
Overdose
The drug enters the systemic circulation in a small amount, accumulates mainly in the tissues of the eyes. That is why the risk of overdose is insignificant, but there is.
Usually, manifestations occur with prolonged use of drops in high doses. Patients report severe headache and nausea, vomiting. Symptoms often manifest as abdominal discomfort, flatulence, and bloating. In case of an overdose, the allergy manifests itself in an acute form, accompanied by the appearance of a rash on the body, severe itching.
The most dangerous manifestation of an overdose is considered to be swelling of the tissues of the throat, in which breathing can be difficult, up to suffocation. The appearance of such symptoms is considered the reason for the immediate refusal of treatment and a visit to the doctor. In most cases, patients require the appointment of hormonal, antihistamines and some other medications to eliminate manifestations.
Side effects
Side effects in patients usually occur only when instructions are violated. In rare cases, negative reactions appear when all the rules are followed.
Complications mainly affect the area of application, but systemic reactions often appear:
- Swelling of the eyelids and mucous membranes of the eyes.
- Lachrymation.
- Itching of the eyelids, redness, sourness of the eyes. In this case, patients comb the affected area, which leads to tissue damage and other complications.
- A rash on the face, limbs and trunk, accompanied by severe itching.
- Cough and shortness of breath.
- Headache, weakness and decreased performance.
- Digestive disorders, pain in the stomach.
- Diarrhea, persistent constipation. The specific type of disorder depends on the individual characteristics of the patient's body.
- Deterioration of concentration, impaired coordination of movements.
Complications usually do not affect the urinary system, musculoskeletal system, blood vessels and heart. If negative reactions appear, you must stop using drops and consult a doctor. Special therapy for their mild form is not required, but in some cases, drugs are prescribed to eliminate diarrhea and itching of the skin.
It is not recommended to use medications on your own. It is also not worth ignoring the symptoms. This can lead to its aggravation.
Special recommendations
Vixipin - eye drops, reviews of which, when used correctly, are predominantly positive, prescribed to patients not only for treatment, but also for the prevention of complications.
When using the product, it is important to prevent contact of the dropper tip with the cornea. This can lead to the ingress of bacteria on the vial, followed by their introduction into the eye. This can happen with repeated administration of the solution.
Do not use drops at the same time as contact lenses. If the patient uses them on an ongoing basis, it is worthwhile to refuse during the treatment. The appearance of negative reactions in the form of a slight burning sensation during the initial administration is not considered a reason for refusing therapy, but a doctor's consultation is necessary. Usually the ophthalmologist is allowed further use if the symptom does not reappear.
Immediately after the introduction of drops, a temporary decrease in the quality of vision is possible. The manifestation disappears on its own after a few minutes.
Drug interactions
The drug does not have a pronounced systemic effect on the action of other medicines, despite the absorption of the active substance into the systemic circulation. It can be combined with systemic drugs as needed.
But the drops are not used concurrently with other topical medicines that have the same therapeutic properties. If it is necessary to prescribe several local remedies, it is necessary to take a break between injections of solutions for at least 30 minutes. Consult your doctor for information on drug compatibility.
Storage conditions and periods
It is allowed to store the medicine for 2 years, keeping it out of direct sunlight.
After opening the bottle, it is necessary to use the solution for no longer than 1 month. After that, it is not suitable for therapeutic purposes.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
The solution for topical application is dispensed after presentation of the doctor's prescription form.
Analogs
The medicine has analogues that can be used if necessary, if the original medicine is not prescribed for various reasons.
Emoxipin
The drug is in the form of eye drops, which has a different composition, but has an antioxidant and antiplatelet effect. The drug improves blood circulation in the eyeball, stimulates the flow of oxygen and nutrients.
The remedy, like the original, prevents the formation of blood clots in blood vessels, eliminates puffiness, and accelerates tissue repair in case of damage. The cost of an analogue ranges from 20-230 rubles. The scheme of its use depends on the disease.
Emoxibel
A substitute with the same active ingredient in the composition, which has antioxidant properties. It is produced in the form of drops for topical use, it is prescribed in short and long courses, depending on the symptoms.
The medication can be used to treat diseases or to prevent their progression in patients with chronic forms of pathologies. The cost of a bottle with drops is 240-320 rubles.
Substitutes are selected by the doctor individually, even if they have a similar composition and therapeutic properties.
Vixipin is an effective antioxidant drug for topical use, actively prescribed for corneal injuries and some other diseases. Eye drops help to relieve symptoms, reduce the likelihood of concomitant abnormalities in the visual apparatus. Reviews on the use of the medication may differ, which is due to the individual characteristics of the course of the disease and the body's response to the components of the medication.
Video about the drug Vixipin
Vixipin is a universal antioxidant for the eyes: