ACTOVEGIN tablets, 200 mg, #50

Description

ACTOVEGIN tablets, 200 mg, #50 Solution

Composition

Each ACTOVEGIN tablet contains 200 mg of deproteinized hemoderivative from calf blood. Other ingredients include: magnesium stearate, cellulose, colloidal silicon dioxide, and povidone. The tablet coating consists of talc, titanium dioxide, macrogol 6000, hypromellose, and red and yellow iron oxides.

Description

ACTOVEGIN is a medication that is designed to improve and enhance metabolic processes in the body. It is typically used to treat conditions related to insufficient blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain and peripheral tissues. The medication comes in tablet form, with each package containing 50 tablets.

Pharmacological Action

ACTOVEGIN works by enhancing the metabolism of oxygen and glucose thus improving energy metabolism in cells. The end result is an increase in the overall efficiency of cell function, which can help to alleviate symptoms associated with conditions like ischemic stroke, peripheral arterial disease, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

Indications

ACTOVEGIN tablets are used in the treatment of a variety of conditions, including:

• Disturbances of peripheral (arterial and venous) blood flow and their consequences (e.g., diabetic polyneuropathy)
• Ischemic stroke
• Cognitive impairments due to cerebrovascular insufficiency
• Wound healing disorders

Contraindications

ACTOVEGIN tablets should not be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients contained in the tablets. It is also contraindicated in patients with pulmonary edema, oliguria, anuria, and fluid retention.

Administration and Dosage

ACTOVEGIN tablets are taken orally. The standard dosage is 1-2 tablets three times a day before meals. The tablets should not be chewed and should be taken with a sufficient amount of liquid. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor, depending on the severity and type of disease.

Side Effects

Like all medications, ACTOVEGIN can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Potential side effects include:

• Hypersensitivity or allergic reactions
• Feeling of heat
• Tachycardia
• Flushing of the skin
• Urticaria
• Itching of the skin

Overdose

In case of an overdose, the patient should contact a health care provider immediately. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and hypotension. Treatment is symptomatic.

Interaction with Other Medicines

No interactions of ACTOVEGIN with other medicines have been reported. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Patients should always inform their doctor or pharmacist about all the medicines they are taking, including prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal medicines.

Special Instructions

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should only use ACTOVEGIN if it is clearly needed and the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks. Patients with diabetes should monitor their blood glucose levels closely while taking ACTOVEGIN, as it can affect blood glucose levels.

Storage Conditions

ACTOVEGIN tablets should be stored in a dry place, protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children.

Package

Each package contains 50 tablets of ACTOVEGIN, each containing 200 mg of the active ingredient. The tablets are round, biconvex, greenish-yellow in color, and have a glossy surface.

Manufacturer

ACTOVEGIN is manufactured by Takeda Pharmaceuticals