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Semirad is a drug for the treatment of neurological and physiological symptoms associated with cerebral circulatory insufficiency, ischemic disorders, dementia or cerebral thrombosis and thrombosis.
1. Effects of the drug Semirad
Semirad has the main ingredient Nicergoline 10mg, Nicergoline works based on the mechanism of inhibiting alpha adrenergic enzymes on the smooth muscle of blood vessels and helps blood circulation to the brain, stimulates signal transmission through the blood vessels. nerves, secrete the neurotransmitter - acetylcholine.
Doctors will appoint patients to use Semirad drugs in the following cases:
Peripheral circulatory disorders; Patients with cerebral circulatory disorders due to atherosclerosis and ischemia to the brain, thrombosis after traumatic brain injury; Used for people with memory loss, physiological disorders in the elderly and people with neurological disorders; Patients with retinal circulation disorders or ischemic hearing disorders; Patients with peripheral circulatory disorders in the lower extremities; It is also used to treat and prevent migraine headaches if the pain is persistent, occurring more than once a month.
2. Effects of Semirad on the body
The drug has the effect of enhancing central nervous cell metabolism, inhibiting platelet aggregation and lowering blood pressure. Specifically:
Effects on the vascular system: The drug acts as an adrenaline inhibitor, improving peripheral circulation, blood vessel elasticity, thereby reducing vascular resistance and increasing blood flow. blood volume. Effects on metabolism: The drug has the effect of increasing the metabolism of the brain, increasing the uptake and use of glucose and oxygen in the brain tissue, thereby improving the tolerance of the brain when the patient has cerebral ischemia. Improves capillary circulation: The drug works to reduce blood viscosity by inhibiting platelet aggregation, reducing the formation of blood clots, and improving oxygen transport in brain tissue.
3. Dosage of the drug Semirad
Semirad is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, packed in a box of 3 blisters x 10 tablets.
The dose of the drug for each patient is not the same, depending on the patient's medical condition as well as the patient's body, which the doctor will adjust accordingly.
However, for Semirad 10mg, doctors will usually prescribe the general dosage: apply 10-20 mg on 1 dose, take 3 times a day, then the dose will gradually decrease to 10mg/time, drink 3 times a day.
For patients with impaired kidney function, it is necessary to consult a doctor, do not arbitrarily apply the above dosage.
Note: Semirad is usually taken before meals, but for patients with stomach problems, it can be taken right at mealtime.
4. Side effects of drugs
Semirad can be easily absorbed and has little effect on the health of the patient. However, there are still some cases of experiencing unwanted side effects such as:
Syncope, dizziness, loss of appetite; Nausea, diarrhea, increased gastric acid secretion, stomach pain; Medicines that can cause low blood pressure; Causes skin lesions such as urticaria, red skin; When taking high doses can experience: bradycardia, appetite, diarrhea, sweating; The drug can affect some functions of the central nervous system and cause body reactions such as: Excessive sweating, sleep disturbances; Do not use Semirad for the following cases:
People who are allergic to any ingredient of the drug; Patients with myocardial infarction; Patients with low blood pressure; People with acute bleeding due to trauma; For pregnant women, the drug can cause harm such as teratogens, fetal malformations and even miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy. Therefore, before using, it is necessary to consult a doctor, carefully consider the benefits and side effects that the drug brings; For breastfeeding women: The drug is likely to be excreted in breast milk and affect the development of young children. Therefore, doctors will recommend that pregnant women who are breastfeeding should not use the drug.
5. Drug interactions
Semirad may increase the effects of antihypertensives and some anticoagulants. Do not use the combination of Semirad and drugs that inhibit the secretion of α and β adrenalin. Semirad may increase the side effects of propranolol, causing heart failure. The article provides information about what Semirad is, its uses, dosage and precautions for use. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Semirad exactly as directed by your doctor.
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