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Aescin 20mg medicine contains the active ingredient Aescin/Escin, indicated in the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, anti-inflammatory and edema after surgery... Let's learn about the uses and How to take Aescin 20mg through the article below.
1. What are the effects of Aescin 20mg?
Aescin 20mg drug contains active ingredient Aescin/Escin, indicated in the treatment of the following diseases:
Hemorrhoids, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency; Phlebitis of the legs; Prevention and treatment of hematoma, anti-edema after surgery or injury, anti-inflammatory. In terms of pharmacodynamics, the active ingredient Aescin has the effect of reducing the permeability of protein and water through the capillaries, so it is indicated in the treatment of various inflammatory diseases, edema, reducing swelling caused by bruising and fractures. bone, trauma, edema after surgery... The drug reduces enzyme activity in lysosomes by limiting enzyme release, stabilizing lysosomal membranes. Aescin also improves venous tone through enhancing the spasmolytic effect of noradrenaline without affecting systolic and arterial blood pressure.
Thuốc Aescin 20mg được chỉ định trong điều trị viêm tĩnh mạch chân
2. Dosage and how to use Aescin 20mg
2.1. Dosage of Aescin 20mg In addition to the question of "What is Aescin 20mg", the dosage is also very important. Accordingly, Aescin 20mg is used after a meal with plenty of water, the dose depends on the age and condition of the patient, specifically as follows:
Adults: 40mg x 3 times/day each time. In case of taking the drug as a precaution, the patient should take it at least 16 hours before surgery. After 2-3 months of treatment, the maintenance dose is 40mg x 2 times/day; Elderly: Dosage is similar to adults, no need to adjust the drug in the elderly; Children: Aescin is not recommended in children. 2.2. Undesirable effects Some undesirable effects when using Aescin 20mg are as follows:
Very rare: Hypersensitivity reactions such as urticaria; Common: Gastrointestinal disorders.
Thuốc Aescin 20mg chứa hoạt chất Aescin/Escin
3. Note when using Aescin 20mg
Contraindicated to use Aescin 20mg in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to any component of Aescin 20mg; Patients with acute renal failure; Women who are pregnant and breastfeeding. Some notes when using Aescin 20mg as follows:
During alpha - aescin treatment, patients need to check their kidney function periodically; Do not use the drug in patients with Lapp lactase deficiency, galactose intolerance or glucose - galactose malabsorption; Aescin 20mg contains orange yellow substance (E110) that can cause allergic reactions in the body. Some drug interactions are as follows:
Patients who are taking oral contraceptives when using Aescin need to double the dose; Aescin enhances the effect of anticoagulants when used concurrently; Cephalosporin antibiotics increase the effect of Aescin when used together; Avoid concomitant use of Aescin with aminoglycoside antibiotics due to increased nephrotoxicity. In summary, Aescin is indicated in the treatment of various inflammatory and edematous diseases, reducing swelling caused by bruises, fractures, and trauma. To ensure safety and effectiveness, you need to use as prescribed by your doctor.
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