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Selenium is used to treat when the body has an antioxidant status or a deficiency of a few important minerals. Some subjects may experience side effects when used. Therefore, you need to consult with your doctor before taking Selenium.
1. Uses of the drug Selenium
Selenium medicine has the main ingredient is Selenium a chemical element. In medicine this is a mineral that is obtained from food. Selenium cannot be produced by itself during the development of the body, but it is good for the functioning of the thyroid gland and the immune system, so when supplementing with Selenium, it will bring many health benefits.
In medicine, selenium medicine can support selenium supplementation for patients who are having problems with this nutrient deficiency. At the same time, the drug together prevents the development of thyroiditis syndrome and limits high cholesterol levels.
In addition, Selenium can be an anti-oxidant because it is a mineral that is recommended in nutrition to prevent oxidation in the body. Since then, the drug Selenium protects the body from attack when oxidation occurs or free radicals are generated when the oxidation reaction increases..
In addition, Selenium in the drug can antagonize and reduce the influence of heavy metals. . The heavy metals that are resolved by Selenium are lead, aluminum, mercury and cadmium. In addition, it also restores the deficiency of vitamin C in the body due to the body's inability to regenerate this micronutrient.
2. Dosage and instructions for using the drug Selenium
Selenium has many forms of use depending on the disease of each person, each form has certain optimal characteristics. You can take selenium supplements by mouth or intravenously. To provide Selenium to the body, the main method of choice is injection or intravenous infusion. The drug given intravenously will gradually increase serum concentration and clearance
Dosage of this drug is divided according to the population
Adults Adults are more likely to be deficient in Selenium due to many factors that affect nutrients are lost. So you will be given Selenium by intravenous infusion of 60-100 micrograms. The maximum dose for selenium deficiency is 400 micrograms.
Drug metabolism at this age should warrant periodic health assessments. When taking the drug, the patient should carry out tests according to the doctor's instructions. The duration of follow-up treatment can range from 24 to 31 days. The potential for drug absorption and pathological interactions will influence the results.
Young children Children or infants all need to be carefully examined to assess the feasibility of Selenium. You should give the medicine to young children and infants at the rate of 1 microgram per unit weight. Newborns need to be monitored by a doctor. For young children, the maximum safe dose is 30 micrograms.
Use of Selenium drug can improve the immune system but overdose will accidentally cause danger even toxicity. You can pay attention to this to reduce the risk of acute poisoning. Some signs need to be noted for emergency care before poisoning spreads and causes danger:
Complete collapse of blood vessels Obstruction of blood vessels Large area hemorrhage Congestion Congestion Swelling Swollen red swollen stomach lining Coma You need to tell your doctor In case of accidental overdose, hemodialysis can be considered. Currently, there is no antidote for the unfortunate patient suffering from chronic selenium poisoning. Therefore, it is necessary to pay close attention to health and information about drugs or foods that cause interactions.
3. Some notes when taking Selenium medicine
Before using Selenium, you should consult a doctor to ensure that you are sensitive or allergic to the ingredients of the drug. Selenium is not indicated for peripheral intravenous infusion to reduce the possibility of phlebitis. Do not inject the solid solution, but dilute it to a concentration that will not cause hypotonicity.
Doctors need to regularly monitor the patient's health to ensure control of the concentration of selenium that exists in the blood. In some cases, selenium is a toxic substance that affects health, so if you detect increased drug levels in your blood, you need to be promptly hospitalized for monitoring or emergency care.
Pregnant and nursing women may need a Selenium supplement, but cannot be absolutely certain that Selenium is safe for your health. Because this subject is not allowed to self-medicate unless there are specific instructions from the doctor about the drug. So far, the results from the study have not recorded any dangerous reactions for workers or drivers.
4. Side effects of the drug Selenium
Digestive disturbances Bad breath Bad breath Weak nails that break easily Sweats with an unusual smell Itchy skin Allergic skin Nausea Fatigue syndrome leading to exhaustion The above side effects are quite common and can be quickly time of detection and treatment. However, you need to monitor it regularly to avoid interactions or rare side effects.
5. Interaction with the drug Selenium
Data on selenium drug interactions have not been reported to be effective. If you are taking medication or have an underlying medical condition, tell your treating doctor for prompt supportive care.
Above is some information to help readers understand what Selenium is. If you have any unusual problems, go to the emergency room to protect your own health.
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