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Actagin is a drug belonging to the group of minerals and vitamins, manufactured by Pymepharco Joint Stock Company, Vietnam. Actagin is often used to supplement vitamins and minerals in debilitated subjects, helping patients quickly recover health.
1. What is Actagin?
Actagin drug is a multivitamin, the main active ingredient is 11 vitamins. Actagin is available in the form of softgels.
Packing: box of 3 blisters, each blister contains 10 pills. Ingredients in each tablet include:
Vitamin A ; Vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, B9, B12 and vitamin PP Vitamin C; Vitamin D ; Vitamin E.
2. The effect of the drug Actagin
Multivitamin Actagin supplements essential vitamins for the body, helping the growth and functioning process take place normally. In addition, these vitamins also participate in the energy metabolism (glucid, protid, lipid) of the body. The effects of the main ingredients in the drug Actagin include:
2.1. Vitamin A Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in many foods in two main forms: retinol (in foods of animal origin) and carotene (pro-vitamin A, found in foods of plant origin) ). Vitamin A holds many important functions in the body, including:
For the eyes: Helps the eyes to adjust and see in low light conditions through the mechanism of combining with opsin to form retinal pigment. . Therefore, vitamin A deficiency reduces the ability to see in the dark (night blindness), long-term leading to blindness if not treated promptly; For skin and mucous membranes: Vitamin A has a protective effect on the integrity of the skin and mucous membranes through the differentiation of epithelial cells here. One of the manifestations of vitamin A deficiency is dry, rough, cracked skin because vitamin A has the effect of increasing mucus secretion and inhibiting keratinization of the skin; For bones: Vitamin A deficiency causes rickets, growth retardation in children; For the immune system: Supports the development of 2 important immune glands, the spleen and the thymus. These are the 2 main glands that make lymphocytes and increase the body's immune protein synthesis. In addition, vitamin A also works against oxidation, improving resistance. Vitamin A deficiency makes the body susceptible to infectious agents and carcinogens.
2.2. B vitamins Are water-soluble vitamins, playing many important roles in the whole body's activities, including:
Involved in the metabolism of energy-producing substances such as glucide, lipid and protid; Plays many roles in the functioning of the nervous system and metabolism; Reducing the risk of certain cardiovascular diseases and strokes; Increases resistance. 2.3. Vitamin C, vitamin E These are two vitamins that play an important role in anti-oxidants, preventing free radicals from damaging the body. In addition, vitamins C and E also play a role in beautifying the skin and boosting immunity.
2.4. Vitamin D Vitamin D plays a leading role in the development of strong bones and teeth. Vitamin D deficiency often has manifestations of fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, increased risk of fracture. In addition, vitamin D also plays an important role in the immune system.
3. Indications and contraindications when using Actagin
Actagin is indicated in the following cases:
Patients with weakness due to lack of vitamins and minerals; Provide nutrients for patients recovering from illness, patients being treated with antibiotics; Women in special physiological stages such as pregnancy, lactation or menopause; The elderly have weak resistance, malabsorption; Long-lasting scars; Contraindications:
Absolutely do not use for patients allergic to any ingredient of Actagin.
4. Dosage and how to use Actagin
Dosage: Always learn carefully about the drug information and follow the doctor's instructions. Absolutely do not change the dosage and route of administration by yourself to avoid harmful reactions to the body. Dosage is 1-2 tablets/day. Take the tablet directly, do not chew or split the shell before taking.
When you overdose, contact your doctor immediately for instructions on how to handle. In case of overdose and dangerous symptoms that require emergency care, please contact the emergency center immediately, family members need to bring all medicines that the patient is using, including oral medicines. , injections, herbs,...
When you forget a dose, take another Actagin tablet as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time of taking the next pill, skip it and take the next pill as planned.
5. Undesirable effects of Actagin
During the use of Actagin, you may encounter some unwanted effects such as:
Allergic reactions ranging from mild to severe: itching, rash, hot flushes...; Digestive disorders: abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation...; When you're menstruating, it can cause more bleeding. 6. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs, herbs, etc. to avoid interactions with other medications. other drugs.
7. Some notes when using Actagin For pregnant women: Always carefully weigh the benefits and risks when using any drug on this subject. In pregnant women, high doses of vitamin A (over 8000 IU/day) cause birth defects in the fetus. Therefore, strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage; For lactation: The drug is excreted in breast milk and causes overdose in nursing infants. Therefore, this drug is not recommended for nursing women; For the elderly: Care should be taken when assigning Actagin to this subject because the sensitivity to the drug is higher than that of the general population; For drivers and machine operators: Can be used because the drug does not cause drowsiness; Other notes: only use the medicine with the expiry date, when it is noticed that the drug has changes in color, properties, without a seal, it should not be used. Store the medicine well in a dry place, the temperature is below 30 degrees Celsius, away from light, out of the reach of children.
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