Uses of Acetylleucine

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1. What is Acetylleucine?

Acetylleucine also known as Acetyl leucin with the brand name Tanganil or new brand name drug: Tanganil, Tantanine 500 or Tanganil 500mg. Acetylleucin is a drug belonging to the group of psychotropic drugs with the main ingredient Acetylleucin used to treat dizziness. Acetylleucine is prepared in two forms, 500mg tablets and 100mg/ml injection solution, 5ml ampoules.

2. Uses of the drug Acetylleucine

2.1 Indications Acetylleucine 500mg is used to treat episodes of vertigo.
2.2 Contraindications Acetyl leucin is contraindicated in one of the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to Acetylleucin or any of the ingredients in the drug. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are best not to use it. Patients who are allergic to wheat flour (except Celiac disease).

3. How to use – Dosage of Acetylleucine

The use of Acetylleucine will be fully effective if used correctly and in the right dose according to the advice and prescription of doctors and pharmacists. People can refer to the usage and dosage below:
3.1 How to use Acetylleucine is made in the form of tablets and solution for injection. For tablets, it is taken orally, divided into 2-3 times per day and should be taken with meals.
As for the drug in the form of an injectable solution, it is used by injection. If the patient has a lot of dizziness, urgent treatment is needed, especially when vomiting cannot be taken with oral medication. In this case, it is best to give it a slow intravenous injection (because intramuscular injection can lead to local reactions).
3.2 Dosage Acetyl leucin is used for adults with the following reference dosage:
Oral: The usual dose is 1.5-2g per day (equivalent to 3-4 tablets per day), the duration of treatment from 10 days - 5 or 6 weeks. When starting the drug or when treatment is not effective, the dose can be increased to 3-4g per day. Intravenous route: inject 2 ampoules/day, the duration of treatment may depend on the clinical course of the disease (the dose can be increased to 4 ampoules/day if necessary). Note: The above dosage is for reference only, the specific dose will depend on the severity of the disease and the patient's health condition. Please consult your doctor, pharmacist for advice, prescribe the most appropriate and effective dose.
3.3 Handling missed dose, overdose If you forget to take a dose, the patient should take it as soon as possible when remembering. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Note that do not overlap the dose, double the prescribed dose to make up for the missed dose.
Rare cases of overdose have occurred when using Acetyl leucin 500mg. However, if an overdose occurs or there are unusual or dangerous signs after using the drug, the patient should call the doctor for advice or go directly to the nearest medical facility. for timely examination, examination and treatment.

4. Side effects when taking Acetylleucine

When using Acetylleucine, users may experience some rare side effects such as rash (sometimes accompanied by itching) and hives.
When experiencing side effects of the drug or other unusual symptoms, it is necessary to notify the doctor, pharmacist or go to the nearest medical center for timely advice and treatment.

5. Acetylleucine drug interactions

Currently, there are no reports or notices on drug interactions Acetylleucin with other drugs. However, to avoid drug interactions that reduce the effectiveness of Acetylleucine or other medications you are taking, tell your doctor about all medications you are taking, including prescription medicines. prescription, functional food or oriental medicine...

6. Notes and cautions when using Acetylleucine

When using Acetylleucine 500mg, patients need to pay attention and be careful with the following issues:
The drug is used as prescribed by a qualified doctor, so the patient needs to comply with the doctor's instructions. Absolutely do not increase or decrease the dose arbitrarily and do not stop or stop the treatment course without consulting the doctor. Be careful not to use the drug for pregnant and lactating women. There are no studies on the effects of Acetylleucine on the ability to drive and use machines. However, caution should be exercised in this subject, because it is related to the disease being treated, which is vertigo. Acetylleucine should be stored in a cool and dry place with a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius. Note: Do not store the medicine in a place where sunlight shines on or places with high humidity such as bathrooms, refrigerators. For Acetyl leucin infusion, it should be used immediately after opening the ampoule to ensure the effectiveness of the drug.
Need to keep medicine out of reach and reach of small children to avoid children playing and mistakenly taking medicine that affects health.
For the case of expired medicine, do not use the medicine, you should not throw the medicine into the toilet or water pipe. Contact your doctor or wastewater treatment center for advice and instructions on how to safely dispose of the medication.
Through the information in this article, we hope to help people know what Acetylleucine is used for, as well as how to use it and the appropriate dose. From there, use the right medicine to achieve the best treatment effect.
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