Panangin refers to drugs that affect the metabolic processes occurring in the body. It is a source of magnesium and potassium - it is used when there is a shortage of these trace elements, in various diseases, including disorders of the heart.
The composition of the drug and the release form
Panangin is available in two forms: in the form of a solution and tablets for oral administration. It consists of two active components:
- potassium asparaginate: 45 mg in solution and 158 mg per tablet;
- magnesium asparaginate: 40 ml in solution and 140 mg per tablet.
Also included in the composition of the drug are additional components:
- Povidone;
- magnesium stearate;
- starch (corn and potato);
- macrogol 6000;
- talc.
The tablets have a round shape with a convex surface, the color is white. The clear color solution contains water. Tablets are packaged in plastic bottles of 50 pieces. Panangin in the form of a solution is sold in 10 ml ampoules.
pharmachologic effect
The active ingredients of this tool are magnesium and potassium ions, which perform the following functions:
- Potassium is an essential element for the heart; it participates in the conduction of impulses along the nerves, which is required for the normal functioning of cell membranes.
- Magnesium ions are included in the structure of more than 300 cells involved in the synthesis of organic compounds, release of energy.
The presence of such a component as asparaginat, allows you to improve and accelerate the exchange of energy in the cells. With a deficiency of magnesium and potassium ions, arterial hypertension and atherosclerosis develop.
After taking Panangin, the active ingredients in the composition of the tablets are rapidly and almost 100% absorbed into the bloodstream.
The drug is excreted from the body along with urine.
Indications for use
The use of this drug is indicated in the treatment of pathologies of the cardiovascular system, which may be accompanied by a deficiency of potassium and magnesium.
Panangin is also prescribed:
- with complex therapy of heart dysfunction;
- in acute myocardial infarction (death of part of the heart muscle due to a significant and sharp disruption of its blood supply).
- with arrhythmias.
Are there any contraindications
The use of this drug is contraindicated in the following cases:
- acute or chronic kidney disease;
- with hyperkalemia or hypermagnesemia, in which there is an elevated level of these trace elements in the body;
- with Addison's disease;
- with severe skeletal muscle weakness - severe myasthenia;
- with cardiogenic shock.
You also can not take this drug in violation of amino acid metabolism, hemolysis, acidosis, with dehydration. With care and only under the supervision of a doctor can take it to pregnant women and lactating mothers, children under the age of 18 years.
Instructions for use
The dosage should be prescribed by the doctor, taking into account the patient's illness, his condition, the nature of the disease. Tablets are taken orally with water, but if the need arises for a quicker action of the drug, it is prescribed as an injection - in this case, the drug will act faster, since it immediately enters the blood. Typically, such injections spend several days, after which they begin to be treated with tablets.
With therapy, two tablets of medication are prescribed three times a day, and with maintenance therapy, one tablet three times a day for 4 weeks. The drug is best taken after a meal, because an empty stomach reduces the effectiveness of the drug. When prescribing an agent in the form of a solution for injection, use 1-2 ampoules, and then repeat therapy with the same amount of Panangin after 6-8 hours.
Can there be side effects
When taking this drug may develop the following adverse reactions:
- On the part of the digestive system: nausea, vomiting, discomfort, burning in the abdomen.
- Since the cardiovascular system: a paradoxical reaction of the heart with the development of arrhythmia.
In addition, when taking Panangin, there may be problems with water-salt metabolism, such as hyperkalemia (symptoms of nausea, vomiting, disturbances in the work of the heart, redness of the skin appear), severe drowsiness, low blood pressure.
If such signs are detected, treatment with Panangin should be discontinued.
special instructions
Before you begin treatment with this drug, you need to carefully read the instructions, which indicate some of the features of taking this medication.
- Care should be taken when there is an increased risk of hyperkalemia.
- With the introduction of injections may severe redness of the skin.
- The drug can interact with other drugs, so if you use additional drugs, you must warn the doctor about it.
Despite the fact that Panangin is sold without a doctor's prescription, before using it you should always consult with a specialist.
What is the difference between Panangin and Panangin Forte?
The pharmacy sells two drugs with a similar name: Panangin and Panangin Forte. It is worth noting that these are two completely identical drugs, but with a different number of active and auxiliary components. Thus, the drug marked "Forte" is characterized by a stronger effect, because it contains almost two times more magnesium (280 mg instead of 140) and potassium (316 mg instead of 158).
Also Panangin Forte is produced not only in the form of tablets, but also in the form of a special concentrate. The cost of the usual drug is about 150 rubles, Forte - from 320 rubles.
Analogs and their differences
Cardiomagnyl
Both Panangam and Cardiomagnyl are prescribed for diseases of the cardiovascular system. However, there are some differences between them. For example, magnesium is in two medicines, but in Cardiomagnyl together with potassium is aspirin.
It is worth noting that in many diseases two drugs are prescribed at once, since Panangin helps to cope with diseases of the cardiovascular system, and Cardiomagnyl prevents the development of blood clots.
If we compare them with each other, then, in the opinion of doctors, Panangin should be preferred because it has fewer side effects.
Aspark
Another well-known analogue is Aspark. The cost of tablets - from 50 rubles. It should be noted that the differences between the tablets only in the shell - the cheaper analog does not have it, but it is present in Panangam, which means that this medicine protects the stomach walls from the negative effects of the drug. Therefore, if there are problems with the digestive system, it is better to choose a more expensive option.
Magnerot
This remedy is also used for magnesium deficiency, signs of angina pectoris, or in case of heart failure. However, this medication has many more side effects, including allergies, problems with the stool, nausea.
Reviews on taking medication
She started taking Papangin because of cramps in her legs. For a long time, unpleasant sensations and sharp pain tormented me at night, I passed all tests, and the doctor prescribed this medicine to me. But then I had to refuse him, although they write that they can be taken during pregnancy, once again I did not want to risk it, I just began to eat more foods with this trace element: dried fruits, nuts. But as a "quick remedy" against convulsions I recommend it.
Alina, 25 years old
I suffered with convulsions, I woke up a couple of nights with such pain that I could not convey. The pharmacy advised Aspark, but I took it for a short time: there was a terrible feeling of drowsiness, I could fall asleep in any place and in any posture. As a result, she switched to Panangin: it helps perfectly and there is no such side effect as constant sleepiness. And the cramps have passed - for almost half a year they have not disturbed me.
Irina, 31 years old
It should be noted that before taking Panangin, you should consult with your doctor, because with enough magnesium and potassium in the body, you can “earn” an excess of these trace elements that can cause poor health and the development of diseases.
