What is Cernevit?

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Cernevit is a fat-soluble and water-soluble multivitamin (except vitamin K) combined with micelles. Cernevit is indicated for patients who require intravenous vitamin supplementation. So what does cernevit do?

1. Uses of the drug cernevit

What is Cernevit? Cernevit is a fat-soluble and fat-soluble multivitamin (except vitamin K) combined with micelles (lecithin and glycocholic acide). The drug cernevit is indicated when the patient needs to replace vitamins by intravenous route, because the oral route is contraindicated or impossible to use or depleted due to malnutrition, digestive disorders,...
In addition, Some other effects of the drug are not listed on the approved drug label, but in some cases the doctor may prescribe the use of cernevit. Therefore, before taking the medicine, consult your doctor.

2. How to use cernevit

What does cernevit do? Cernevit is prepared in the form of a pure lyophilized, orange-yellow, odorless powder. When using, it is necessary to mix the drug powder with 5ml of distilled water or an infusion solution such as 5% glucose, 0.9% NaCl or nutrient mixture right before infusion. When combined with water for injection, it will give a drug solution with a pH of about 5.9.
Dosage is mixed for adults and children over 11 years old should use 1 vial per day. Take the first 5 ml of water for injection into the vial with a syringe and shake gently to dissolve the powder. The solution after being dissolved is injected intravenously slowly for at least 10 minutes or intravenously when mixed with physiological saline or glucose. The drug cernevit can be mixed in the composition of nutritional mixtures and combined with carbohydrates, amino acids, lipids, electrolytes and others, this has been determined for compatibility and stability.
Use cernevit regularly to get the most benefit from it and can stop taking it if any new signs of abnormality appear or the condition does not improve after 7 days. Absolutely do not abuse the drug for too long for a long time. This does not make the patient's condition better, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.

3. Undesirable effects when using cernevit

The drug cernevit may cause some undesirable and common side effects, such as hypersensitivity reactions which may occur in allergic subjects due to the presence of vitamin B1. Common reactions may include symptoms such as sneezing, mild shortness of breath,...
Before prescribing a drug, a doctor always considers the benefits and effectiveness of cernevit. When using cernevit can still occur unwanted effects. Therefore, when unusual symptoms appear, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, rash, swelling or itching of the face or neck area throat, tongue,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the doctor or nurse for immediate medical intervention.

4. Some notes when using cernevit

Some notes when using cernevit include:
Report a history of allergy to cernevit or any other allergies. Cernevit may contain inactive ingredients and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, dyes or preservatives. The use of cernevit is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any component of the drug and patients with manifestations of vitamin excess or toxicity, especially patients sensitive to thiamine (vitamin B1). During direct intravenous administration, elevations of SGPT enzymes have been observed in some patients with active enterocolitis, the levels of which are rapidly reversible upon discontinuation of the drug. Use with caution in patients receiving vitamin A from other sources. In pregnant women, the use of cernevit has not been studied. Experimental animal studies are not sufficient to evaluate safety in embryonic development, before and after birth, and during pregnancy. Therefore, the drug cernevit is not recommended for use in pregnant women. For lactating women, the vitamin can be excreted in milk, so its use is not recommended. If you forget to take a dose of cernevit, take it again as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose as scheduled. Do not use more drug than prescribed treatment regimen. Overdosage of cernevit or ingestion can cause serious symptoms. Signs of increased vitamin A and vitamin D (also known as hypercalcemia-associated syndrome) may occur in cases of chronic administration of significant amounts of vitamin A to patients who are not deficient. There is a significant deficiency of these vitamins in non-deficient patients.

5. Drug interactions


Drug interactions can reduce the effect of cernevit, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not start, stop or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent.
The dose of cernevit may be affected by folic acid such as phenytoin, so careful monitoring is required:
Folic acid may reverse some symptoms of pernicious anemia. Pyridoxine may decrease the effects of levodopa. Some antibiotics may be adversely affected by multivitamins.

6. How to store cernevit

Store cernevit at room temperature, protected from light and away from moisture. Do not store cernevit in a humid place or in the freezer and keep away from heat and open flames. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read carefully the storage instructions for cernevit on the package, or ask your pharmacist. Keep cernevit out of the reach of children and household pets. When the medicine has expired or is damaged and cannot be used anymore, dispose of it and dispose of it properly. Do not arbitrarily dispose of cernevit into the environment such as water pipes or toilets unless requested. Please consult your waste disposal company or pharmacist on how to safely dispose of cernevit to help protect the environment.
In summary, cernevit is a fat-soluble and fat-soluble multivitamin (except vitamin K) combined with micelles (lecithin and glycocholic acide). The drug cernevit is indicated when the patient needs to replace vitamins by intravenous route. However, cernevit can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medicines you are taking to reduce the risk of unwanted effects and at the same time increase the effective for treatment.

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