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Vihacaps medicine has the main ingredient of 600mg soy Phospholipid, which is commonly used in the treatment of symptoms of anorexia, right upper quadrant pain due to poor nutrition, chronic hepatitis,... Find out information General information such as composition, indications, contraindications, dosage and side effects of Vihacaps will help patients improve the effectiveness of treatment.1. What is Vihacaps?
Vihacaps medicine is prepared under soft capsules, with the main ingredients including:Active ingredients: 600mg soy Phospholipid. Excipients: Glycerin, Sodium benzoate, Gelatin, Distilled water, Titanium dioxide E172 just enough for 1 soft capsule 600mg. Soy phospholipids are absorbed in the small intestine and rapidly distributed into body tissues. This active ingredient has a protective effect on the liver under the influence of agents such as Paracetamol, Ethanol, Carbon Tetrachloride, Alkyl alcohol, Galactosamine,... In the case of long-term exposure to harmful agents, Soy phospholipids have the effect of inhibiting fatty liver and reducing fibrosis through inhibited collagen synthesis, accelerating membrane regeneration and stabilization, and inhibiting peroxidation.
2. What are the effects of Vihacaps?
Vihacaps drug has the effect of treating symptoms of anorexia, liver damage due to toxicity or nutrition, hepatitis, right upper quadrant pain, chronic hepatitis,...However, in the following cases , Vihacaps drugs are not allowed to prescribe:
Allergic hypersensitivity to any ingredient of Vihacaps drug. History of allergy to other drugs containing soy phospholipids. History of allergy to soy or foods containing soy. Children < 12 years old.
3. Dosage and usage of Vihacaps
3.1. Dosage
Adults or children ≥ 12 years old:Recommended dose: Take 1 tablet (600 mg)/time x 3 times/day. Elderly or impaired renal function: No dose adjustment is required.
3.2. Precautions while using Vihacaps
Use Vihacaps with meals, drink with plenty of water. Do not chew or break the medicine while taking it. The drug is prescribed by a specialist, patients should not self-medicate or increase or decrease the dose.4. Side effects encountered when using Vihacaps
Vihacaps contains active ingredients produced from natural soybeans, so there are usually few side effects when used. However, the use of Vihacaps in high doses or for a long time, can cause side effects such as:Rare: Gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, diarrhea, soft or uncomfortable stools stomach. Very rare: Allergic reactions such as urticaria, mild edema, itching, skin rash, in some severe cases may lead to anaphylaxis. Should stop the drug when detecting the above side effects or other unusual symptoms after taking Vihacaps, and promptly notify the treating doctor about the use of Vihacaps or go to the nearest medical facility. for prompt treatment.
Note the use of Vihacaps in the following subjects:
Vihacaps should be used with caution in people with severe renal impairment, who have a history of allergy to legume foods. Avoid using Vihacaps in children under 12 years of age because studies on safety when using this drug in this population are still limited. Pregnancy: There are limited data on the harmful effects of Soy Phospholipids contained in Vihacaps in pregnant women. Therefore, only use Vihacaps on this subject when absolutely necessary. Lactation: There are no reliable reports on whether soy phospholipids pass into breast milk. Therefore, only use Vihacaps on this subject in case the benefits outweigh the harmful effects. Drivers or machine operators are less likely to experience side effects after taking Vihacaps.6. Vihacaps . drug interactions
Interactions with other drugs:Using Vihacaps may increase the effect of anticoagulants, so it is necessary to pay attention to monitor blood clotting function when deciding to use a combination of two drugs. There have not been many reports on the interaction of Vihacaps with other drugs. Interaction with food:
Avoid using alcohol while taking Vihacaps because it can reduce the effect of the drug. Above is basic information about ingredients, uses, doses and notes when using Vihacaps. Patients and relatives should carefully read the instructions for use on the packaging of Vihacaps products and strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist to get the best treatment results.
