Curantil is a drug that is used to improve blood circulation, as a preventive measure against influenza, ARVI, viral diseases. The main thing is to clearly adhere to the instructions for receiving the funds so that there are no complications.
Composition and release form
The main active component of this tool is dipyridamole in different dosages. Pharmacies can find the following forms of the drug:
- 25 mg coated tablets (# 25);
- 75 mg tablets (No. 75).
Auxiliary components of the drug include:
- corn starch;
- lactose monohydrate;
- gelatin;
- carboxymethyl starch sodium;
- magnesium stearate.
The tablet shell consists of:
- talc;
- hypromellose;
- macrogol;
- titanium dioxide;
- dye.
Sold in 120 pieces in bottles of colorless glass.
Indications for use
The main component of this drug slows down the process of gluing platelets, improves blood flow through the vessels.
This tool, when taken in large doses, can expand even the smallest arterioles, while the expansion of large vessels, as studies show, does not occur, due to which blood pressure remains normal.
In addition, the active substance has not only the main therapeutic effect, but also improves the immune system, making the body more resistant to viruses and infections.
In which cases Curantil is prescribed.
Doctors prescribe this medicine in the following cases:
- To eliminate any abnormalities in blood microcirculation.
- For the prevention of SARS, flu, viral infections as a means of improving immunity.
- For the prevention of thrombosis and complications.
- For the prevention of coronary artery disease, especially if a person has an individual intolerance to acetylsalicylic acid.
- For therapy or as a prophylactic agent for circulatory disorders in the brain, which are of the ischemic type.
- For the prevention of thromboembolism.
- In the treatment of encephalopathy.
Curantil is also prescribed during pregnancy in the following cases:
- as a means to prevent the development of blood clots with varicose veins;
- with placental insufficiency, preeclampsia, which may occur with complications during the carrying of the child.
Instructions for use
The dosage of the drug depends on the disease, its degree, the patient's response to the medication. Take the tablet on an empty stomach (they do not need to dissolve or bite through), drinking water in a small amount.
When CHD is recommended to take 75 mg of the drug three times a day. If necessary, the dosage may be increased, but only after consulting a doctor.
If the agent is prescribed to improve cerebral circulation (or as a prophylaxis), it is prescribed to take tablets in a dosage of 75 mg three to six times a day. At the same time, the maximum daily dose should not exceed 450 mg.
To reduce platelet aggregation, 75-225 mg of an agent per day is prescribed in 2-3 doses. With complications, the daily dose may be increased to 600 mg, but only by a doctor.
As a prophylactic against a cold or flu during epidemics, it is usually prescribed to take tablets No. 25 - 50 mg each day (twice a day, 1 tablet).
Take the drug for 4-5 weeks. In order to prevent viral diseases in those who often suffer from acute respiratory viral infections, flu, the dosage may be increased to 100 mg Curantila per day. The admission period is 8 weeks.
What are the contraindications
This tool is not prescribed in the following cases:
- with atherosclerosis of the coronary arteries;
- during collapse;
- in acute infarction;
- with hemorrhagic diathesis;
- in the presence of hypersensitivity to the main or auxiliary components of the drug;
- with severe hypertension and hypotension;
- if unstable angina is observed;
- in chronic lung diseases;
- in the presence of renal or heart failure.
They are due to a fairly extensive list of contraindications should not self-prescribe this drug.
Side effects when taking
When taking Curantila, there may be side effects such as:
- tinnitus, dizziness;
- cardiopalmus;
- tachycardia;
- hyperemia of the skin on the face;
- flushing of the head;
- headaches;
- lowering blood pressure.
You may also experience side effects such as urticaria, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, increased bleeding after surgery, rhinitis, weakness. When they appear, you should consult a doctor who will prescribe another remedy.
special instructions
The drug is prescribed and pregnant, but his reception should be under the strict supervision of the attending physician.
When breastfeeding, Curantil is prescribed only if the benefit expected from taking the medicine is higher than the risk to the child. The tool is not prescribed to children under 12 years of age.
In the case of simultaneous use of the drug with tea or coffee, its vasodilating properties are reduced. Also, when using Curantil, you need to be careful when driving a vehicle, in work that requires concentration and attention.
You can not combine Kurantil with alcoholic beverages.
Interaction with other drugs
If you simultaneously take the drug with Aspirin or Heparin, other anticoagulants, the risk of severe bleeding increases. When taking Curantila and cephalosporin antibiotics (for example, Cefotetan or Cefoperazone), antiaggregative properties of the drug are enhanced.
Simultaneous use with cholinesterase inhibitors can lead to a decrease in their anticholinergic properties.
Analogues of Medicines Curantil
If for some reason you cannot use Courantil, it can be replaced by such means as:
- Persantin;
- Dipyridamole;
- Parsedil;
- Sanomil Sanovel.
Cost and storage
The average cost of the drug in pharmacies is 500 rubles for 120 pieces. The peculiarity is that Kurantil is sold only by prescription.
Expiration date - 5 years from the moment of release. The optimal storage temperature is +25 degrees. Keep them in a dark and dry place away from children.
Drug reviews
At one time, I was very dizzy, the doctor ordered Curantil 1 drink three times a day for a month. When using the product for half a year, she did not have the flu, although there was an epidemic in the city - the manufacturers did not lie in this. By the way, literally two weeks after the start of the reception, my head stopped spinning, and sleep improved.
Anna, 38 years old
For a long time, the VSD suffered, it even reached panic attacks. Went to a neurologist, he prescribed me Curantil. This tool helped not only to cope with them, but also improved the overall condition of the body, managed to get rid of a headache. The only thing is that after a few weeks I started having pressure spikes, so I had to refuse to take the drug.
Irina, 45 years old
This drug was prescribed to me by a doctor purely for preventive purposes, since it is an excellent immunomodulator. As a result, for the whole of autumn and winter, I never got sick. It was prescribed to my spouse during pregnancy as well: to improve blood circulation and reduce the risk of blood clots in case of varicose veins.
Andrey, 31 years old
