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Combistad is a prescription drug, used to provide additional B vitamins for patients who cannot synthesize this vitamin through the gastrointestinal tract. So what exactly is Combistad and how does it work? Follow the following article to learn more about the effects and usage of Combistad.
1. What is Combistad?
What is Combistad? Combistad is a prescription medicine that provides minerals and vitamins, specifically B vitamins, which are produced as an injection solution. Each tube of Combistad contains 2ml of solution, including 10 mg of vitamin B1; 5.47 mg vitamin B2; 6 mg vitamin B5; 4 mg of vitamin B6 and 40 mg of vitamin PP. A box of Combistad includes 12 ampoules.
In one tube Combistad contains Vitamin B group , which is an essential active ingredient in the enzyme system . This system helps to regulate the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. In case the patient is deficient in vitamin B, there may be cellular respiratory disorders, metabolic disorders due to lack of coenzymes.
2. What does Combistad do?
Combistad includes the synthesis of B vitamins and vitamin PP, and other excipients, just enough for one tablet. The effects of these vitamins in the drug help provide a source of B vitamins into the body, helping the body synthesize B vitamins without going through the digestive tract. Specifically:
Helps provide vitamin B for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Vitamin supplements due to diseases or after taking antibiotics, treatment measures that cause mineral deficiency Add minerals to patients who have just woken up to promote energy reactions in secondary metabolism Combistad is indicated for all ages to prevent and treat vitamin B deficiency when the body cannot synthesize it. absorbed through the digestive system.
3. How to use Combistad
3.1. How to use Combistad For this drug, the patient needs a pharmacist, a doctor and a person with expertise in intramuscular injection. The vitamins contained in the solution go directly into the bloodstream.
The patient absolutely does not open the tube and drink the solution.
3.2. Dosage of Combistad Depending on the course of the disease and the patient's ability to respond to the drug, the doctor will prescribe the drug and the dose of Combistad accordingly.
The usual recommended dose is 1 to 2 ampoules per day.
3.3. Treatment for forgotten, overdose Do not inject more than is recommended. Acute or chronic overdose of Combistad may increase the risk of unwanted side effects If serious side effects occur, Immediately contact the emergency line: phone number 115 and go to the nearest medical facility for treatment. 3.4. Drug Contraindications Absolutely do not use Combistad with patients:
Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of Combistad drug. Do not use in combination with drugs to treat parkinsonism : Levodopa Do not inject vitamin B6 intravenously in patients with heart failure Patients with serious medical conditions such as severe liver failure, arterial bleeding, progressive peptic ulceration, hypotension blood pressure,... Use with caution in patients
Patients with severe renal impairment should consult a doctor before taking Combistad Pregnant and breast-feeding women: Combistad is recognized as safe for use in pregnant women and nursing mothers. for this object. However, you should still be cautious and only use it when prescribed by your doctor.
4. Note when using Combistad
4.1. Side effects of Combistad Adverse effects that may occur when using Combistad, namely disorders on vital organs, include:
Gastrointestinal disorders: The patient has abdominal discomfort. same stomach. In addition, patients may experience unwanted symptoms such as constipation, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Immune system disorders: Patients will experience allergic reactions such as urticaria, edema, wheezing , rash, even more serious anaphylaxis. When experiencing these symptoms, immediately stop taking the drug and contact the medical staff for advice Nervous system disorders: Headache Renal and excretory system disorders: colored urine Patients experiencing any unexpected symptoms should immediately notify the doctor to understand the situation and have specific treatment options.
4.2.Combistad Drug Interactions Concurrent use of Dimercaprol with Combistad may cause kidney damage due to the association between Dimercaprol with iron contained in B vitamins. Contraindicated with Levodopa - a drug to treat Parkinson's disease because vitamin B6 has in Combitas inhibits the activity of Levodopa. Each active ingredient in Combistad has different drug interactions that have been observed during treatment. Patients should present the history of drug use and allergic conditions, the medical condition of the body to the treating doctor for timely changes.
4.3.Store Combistad Medicine Store Combistad in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. proper drug storage from 20 to below 30 degrees Celsius Do not use the product after the expiry date printed on the package, the drug is discolored, changed taste. Keep medicine out of reach of children & pets. Above is information about Combistad, you can refer to and understand more about the uses and usage of this drug.
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