Properties of the drug Sermion

Sermion - drug with marked vasodilating action. The use of the drug makes it possible to improve cerebral and peripheral blood circulation. The active component of the drug belongs to the group of alpha-adrenoblockers and is widely used in the manufacture of drugs for the treatment and prevention of cardiac and vascular pathologies. This drug is produced without a doctor's prescription, but how to take Sermion, can appoint only the attending physician individually for each patient.

Structure and Composition

The active ingredient is nicergoline drug that has a pronounced adrenoblokiruyuschim, antispasmodic action, improves metabolic processes in the vessels of the brain. In the market of drugs, Sermion is provided in two forms: tablets for oral administration at 5, 10, 30 mg or in ampoules of 4 mg. In addition to the active component, tablets, like ampoules, contain auxiliary components. Pharmacological properties

Nicergoline, which is the basis Sermion preparation has the ability to improve peripheral and cerebral blood flow, improve haemodynamic and metabolic processes in brain tissue. Application of the drug Sermion increases blood flow in the vessels of the upper and lower extremities, stimulates metabolic processes, promotes the absorption of glucose and accelerates the synthesis of protein and nucleic acids.

As indicated by the instructions for use, this drug not only stimulates the brain, but also increases pulmonary and hepatic blood flow. After taking the drug, it is quickly absorbed by the digestive tract. The maximum concentration in the blood is observed after 2 - 3 hours and persists for 10 - 16 hours. Purpose Indication

Sermion formulation shown in the following diseases and disorders:

1. atherosclerosis.
2. Thrombosis or embolism of vessels.
3. Arterial hypertension.
4. Vascular dementia.
5. Migraine.
6. Raynaud's Disease.

Tablets or Sermion injections are often used in the complex therapy of hypertensive crisis, as well as in transient cerebral ischemic attacks.

How to use

Sermion tablets, like injections, are used only for the doctor's prescription and only after the final diagnosis has been issued. Treatment Sermionom appointed individually for each patient. Basically, the drug is used as follows:

1. Tablets 1 - 2 at a time, 2 - 3 times a day. The course of treatment can take up to several months.
2. Intramuscular injection of the drug consists of the following scheme: 2-4 ml 2 times a day.
3. Intraarterial or intravenous administration consists of 4 mg of a drug that is diluted with saline or combined with other medicines.

If necessary, the doctor can adjust the dose of the drug, combine it with other medicines. It is very important to follow the dosage prescribed by the doctor, because the overdosing Sermion causes side effects that can not only worsen the state of health, but also to provoke a state dangerous to human life.

Important! A special feature of the drug is its slow action, therefore, to obtain the maximum result, Sermion needs to be applied for a long time.

Contraindications

Sermion The drug has its contraindications, including:

1. Hypersensitivity to the composition of the drug.
2. Myocardial infarction.
3. Heart rate disturbance: bradycardia, angina pectoris.
4. Pregnancy.
5. Lactation period.
6. Children under 12 years.

Side Effects of

Sermion, like any other medicinal product in some cases, can cause harm to health. Side effects of Sermion are most often observed when the active ingredient is intolerant or in case of an overdose of the drug. Allocate:

1. Digestive system disorders.
2. Heart rate disturbance.
3. Tremor in the extremities.
4. Dizziness.
5. Insomnia.
6. Ejaculation disorders.
7. Quincke Edema.
8. Muscle aches.

If these symptoms appear, stop taking the medication and consult a doctor. The attending physician will necessarily choose a substitute for Sermion or its analog, which will have the same therapeutic effect, but without manifestations of acute body reactions.

Analogues

If, for some reason, this drug is not possible, many are looking for what can replace Sermion. Then the doctor prescribes analogues or preparations with another active component, but with the same mechanism of action. Direct analogs of the drug is Nicergoline or preparations of the same action: Vazobral, Redergin and others. At the moment, Sermion is considered one of the most effective drugs to improve cerebral circulation, but still self-medication or dose adjustment without the appointment of a specialist can cause significant harm to health.