Uses of Eltium 50mg

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1. What is Eltium 50mg?

Eltium 50 belongs to the group of drugs that regulate digestion, anti-inflammatory and anti-flatulence. Eltium is a product of Hau Giang Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company, prepared in the form of film-coated tablets with packaging specifications of 5 blisters x 10 tablets.
Eltium is a prescription drug, used only when prescribed by a doctor. Each Eltium tablet contains the following main ingredients:
Main active ingredient: Itoprid hydrochloride 50mg. Other excipients: Microcrystalline cellulose M101, Povidone K30, Lactose monohydrate, Sodium starch glycolate, Magnesium stearate, Colloidal silicon dioxide, Polyethylene glycol 6000, Titanium dioksid, Hypromellose 606, Talc and Hypromellose 615.

2. Indications and uses of Eltium 50

2.1. Indications to use Eltium 50 Doctors often prescribe Eltium 50 for cases of gastrointestinal symptoms related to chronic gastritis, including:
Abdominal bloating and distention. Anorexia . Upper abdominal pain. Nausea, vomiting. Heartburn. 2.2. In which case is Eltium 50 contraindicated? Do not use Eltium for the following cases without the approval of your doctor:
Patients are allergic to the active ingredient Itoprid hydrochloride or are sensitive to any of the excipients or other substances in the drug. Do not use Eltium for pregnant women or nursing mothers. Contraindicated to use Eltium for people with mechanical intestinal obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeding or gastrointestinal perforation. 2.3. Uses of the drug Eltium 50mg Pharmacodynamics of Eltium
The main active ingredient Itoprid hydrochloride in the drug is capable of increasing the release of Acetylcholine (ACh) by antagonizing the dopamine D2 receptor, and at the same time preventing the decomposition of Acetylcholine. is released through inhibition of Acetylcholinesterase, thereby stimulating gastric motility to increase. With this effect, the active ingredient Itoprid can reduce the symptoms of vomiting and increase the ability to empty the stomach.
Pharmacokinetics of Eltium
Active ingredient Itoprid is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Within 30-40 minutes after a dose of Itopride hydrochloride 50 mg, the drug reaches peak plasma concentrations. The estimated half-life of the drug is about 6 hours, is mainly metabolized in the liver and excreted in the urine. It has been shown that itopride hydrochloride is approximately 96% bound to serum proteins after a single 100 mg dose administered to healthy fasted subjects.

3. Dosage, administration and treatment of drug overdose Eltium 50mg

3.1. Dosage and use of the drug Eltium 50mg Eltium drug is made in the form of tablets, so patients can take the drug orally. The ideal time to take Eltium is before a meal, with a large glass of water. Regarding the dosage of Eltium, doctors often recommend specifically as follows:
Dosage for adults: Take 1 tablet / time x 3 times / day. Others: Depending on the age and health of each patient, the doctor may consider reducing the dose of Eltium. You should note that the Eltium dosage mentioned above is for reference only. The exact dose of the drug will be determined based on the progression of the disease as well as the patient's current condition. Therefore, to have the right dose of Eltium, you should discuss it carefully with a specialist.
3.2. How to handle an overdose of Eltium 50mg Although it is rare to have an overdose of Eltium, however, when symptoms of an overdose occur after taking this medicine, the patient should notify the doctor or go to the doctor immediately. medical facility for treatment. For Eltium overdose, the doctor will perform gastric lavage and treat the patient's existing symptoms.

4. Adverse side effects of Eltium 50mg

When treating gastrointestinal symptoms with Eltium, patients may experience the following undesirable effects:
Shock or hypersensitivity reactions (rare), such as difficulty breathing, hypotension , urticaria , sweating , laryngeal edema , paleness , ... At that time, the patient should quickly stop the drug and notify the doctor for appropriate treatment. Jaundice, liver dysfunction (rare), such as increased ALT (GPT), AST (GOT) or g - GTP,... Extrapyramidal symptoms such as tremor. Gynecomastia in men or increased prolactin. Decrease in white blood cells or platelets. Constipation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, increased salivation or nausea. Headache, dizziness, sleep disturbance or irritability. Increased creatinine, increased BUN,... Fatigue, back pain or chest pain. When experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, patients should stop taking Eltium 50 and tell their doctor or go to their local clinic for treatment.

5. Things to note when using Eltium 50mg

5.1. What precautions should be taken while using Eltium? Before and during the treatment of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with chronic gastritis with Eltium 50, the patient should take the following precautions:
Avoid using the drug for too long if no gastric symptoms are seen. - improved gut. Use caution when taking Eltium, because it can increase the activity of Acetylcholine. Elderly people when taking Eltium should monitor their health conditions carefully. When any adverse reaction occurs, elderly patients need to take appropriate measures to ensure health safety, such as discontinuing the drug or reducing the dose of the drug. Eltium should not be used in patients with glucose-galactose malabsorption, lapp lactase deficiency or galactose intolerance. People who are driving vehicles, operating machinery or working at height should be careful when taking Eltium, because the drug can cause dizziness, headache. Eltium should not be used by pregnant or nursing women. 5.2. Interactions of Eltium with other drugs Eltium 50 may reduce the effect of increasing gastrointestinal motility when used at the same time with the following drugs:
Iquizium bromide. Scopolamine butyl bromide. Timepidium bromide. 5.3. Instructions for storing Eltium 50mg medicine Each medicine will have a different preservation method to ensure the best drug quality. For Eltium, you should store the medicine at room temperature no more than 30 degrees Celsius, avoid exposure to direct sunlight, and do not place the medicine in an area with high humidity such as the bathroom - where it is easy to give birth. Boil the bacteria that spoil the medicine.
Besides, Eltium 50mg medicine should also be stored in a cool, dry location, out of reach of small children as well as pets. When the medicine has expired or shows signs of mold damage, you need to stop using the medicine and dispose of it according to the doctor's recommendations to avoid the risk of environmental pollution or danger to other objects. Eltium 50mg is used to treat and improve gastrointestinal symptoms associated with chronic gastritis. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to take the medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor, a specialist pharmacist.
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