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Boron is a trace mineral. While boron doesn't get as much attention as other recognized nutrients, it plays an important role in the anti-aging process, helping to build strong bones.1. What is Boron?
Boron is a natural mineral found in many foods and beverages. Boron belongs to the group of vitamins and minerals, and is sold as a dietary supplement for some people with low boron levels.
Drug form and content of Boron:
Tablets: 1.5mg, 2.6mg, 5mg, 6mg. Capsules: 2mg, 3mg, 5mg, 6mg.
2. What effects does Boron have?
Boron drugs work to stimulate growth and help strengthen bones, support the treatment of osteoarthritis, anti-aging. Boron can also be used as a support to increase athletic performance, increase thinking ability and muscle coordination. It is documented that Boron has the effect of activating and stabilizing vitamin D levels and has a positive effect on supporting the metabolism of estrogen hormone in the body. In healthy men, Boron increases free testosterone. Women sometimes use boron pills that contain boric acid, the most common form of boron, placed inside the vagina to help treat yeast infections. However, so far there is still very little scientific research evidence to support the effects of Boron. Boron is used in the following cases:
Boron supplementation in people with deficiency. Dysmenorrhea . Support the treatment of osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, help strong bones Support the treatment of vaginal yeast infections, often in the form of boric acid. Boron is not indicated in case the patient has a history of allergy to Boron or any other ingredient of the drug.
3. Dosage and how to use Boron
3.1. How to use the drug Boron is made in the form of capsules, tablets or as a mixture of drugs. The route of administration depends on the preparation and indications that the patient takes orally or vaginally. Therefore, patients should carefully read the instructions for use before using the drug. Avoid arbitrarily using drugs to cause unwanted consequences. Contact your doctor or pharmacist for more detailed information about this medication.
3.2. Dosage: Adults (≥ 19 years old)
Boron deficiency: Boron supplement orally 20 mg/day. Treatment of vaginal candidiasis: 600mg boric acid, vaginally 1-2 times/day for 2 weeks. Prevention of recurrent vaginal candidiasis: 600mg of boric acid, vaginally twice a week. Children with Boron deficiency
1 - 3 years old: 3mg/day. 4 to 8 years old: 6mg/day. 9-13 years old: 11mg/day. 14-18 years old: 17 mg/day. < 1 year old: Currently, the effectiveness and safety of the drug has not been determined. Dosage of Boron may vary depending on the patient's weight and health status. Talk to your doctor to get the right dose.
4. Undesirable effects of the drug Boron
Common side effects of the drug include:
Digestive system: Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, discoloration of stools (blue or green). On the skin: dermatitis, redness, itching. Rare undesirable effects of Boron include:
Renal failure (if high dose). Vaginal burning Boron may have other side effects. So consult your doctor for more information about the drug.
5. Be careful when using Boron
For the following patients, extreme caution should be exercised when using Boron:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Boric is POSSIBLY SAFE when taken by mouth during pregnancy or lactation. However, an overdose of Boron can cause birth weight loss and birth defects. Applying boric acid to the vagina during the first 4 months of pregnancy can also cause birth defects. Pregnant and nursing women who need Boron supplements should contact their doctor for an appropriate dose. For patients with breast cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis or uterine fibroids, when taking Boron medicine, it can change hormonal hormones, affecting the progression of cancer. disease progression, because Boron can act like estrogen. For people with kidney disease (renal failure, glomerulonephritis, interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome,...): Do not supplement with Boron if you have kidney problems, because Boron drug is eliminated mainly through the kidneys. may aggravate kidney disease. There are no studies on the effects of Boron on people who are driving or operating machinery. Using the medicine properly will get benefits from it. However, there is currently very little research demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of Boron. Patients need to talk to a specialist before, during and after using this medicine.
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