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Izcitol is an eye tonic, commonly used in the treatment of eye diseases. The following article provides some information about indications, doses and possible side effects when using Izcitol.
1. What is Izcitol?
The main active ingredients of Izcitol are Sodium chondroitin sulfate 100mg, Choline hydrotartrate 25mg, Retinol palmitate 2500IU, Riboflavin 5mg and Vitamin B1 20mg.Sodium chondroitin sulfate contained in the drug Izcitol increases the stability of intracellular collagen. Therefore, it helps to stabilize the neuromuscular system, maintaining the stability of the transparent slit.
Choline hydrotartrate, Riboflavin, Retinol palmitate, Vitamin B1 have the necessary effects for the growth of the epithelium, prevent the aging process, protect the cornea, restore the function of the visual muscles.
2. Indications and contraindications
2.1. Indications Treatment of eye diseases such as eye fatigue, eye pain, night blindness, dry eyes. Supplement nutrients when vision loss. 2.2. Contraindications of the drug Izcitol In case of allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the active ingredients of the drug Izcitol . Do not combine Izcitol with other Vitamin A containing drugs.
3. How to take Izcitol
3.1. How to use Izcitol is prepared in the form of hard capsules, taken orally. It is best to consult your doctor before using the drug to get the right dose. There are currently no recommendations for the use of Izcitol in children under 12 years of age.
Adults: 1 tablet x 1-2 times/day. Children over 12 years old: dose 1 tablet x 1 time/day. 3.2. Overdose and treatment Some symptoms may be encountered when using Izcitol overdose such as: headache, diarrhea, loss of appetite, vomiting... In case of Izcitol overdose and adverse effects appear If you have a serious wish, go to a medical facility immediately for timely treatment.
3.3. Missed dose and handling If you forget 1 dose of Izcitol, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, you can skip the missed dose and take your next dose as directed. You must not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
4. Some notes when using Izcitol
There are no adequate studies on the use of Izcitol in pregnant or nursing women. Use caution when using Izcitol for this subject, it is best to consult a doctor. Use with caution in children, especially children under 12 years of age. It is best to consult a doctor before using the drug. Vitamin A supply to the body exceeding 5000IU per day can lead to vitamin A poisoning, causing symptoms of muscle damage, jaundice, vomiting .. Therefore, Izcitol should not be used concurrently with other vitamin A-containing drugs. Do not use beer, wine and alcoholic substances while taking Izcitol because they affect the absorption of the drug.
5. Undesirable effects
Some unwanted effects may be encountered when taking Izcitol:
Nausea, vomiting, digestive disorders. Fatigue, headache, irritability, hair loss. Change in urine color. Allergies, skin rash. If any side effects appear or symptoms become more serious, tell your doctor right away for prompt treatment.
6. Drug interactions
When combining Izcitol with some other drugs, it may cause drug interactions, reduce the effectiveness of treatment as well as increase side effects. Specifically:
When combining Izcitol with Neoramycin, Paraffin, Cholestyramine can reduce the absorption of vitamin A when used simultaneously. Avoid using Izcitol with Isotretinoi at the same time due to the risk of vitamin A overdose. Alcohol, beer, alcoholic beverages and Probenecid when used together with Izcitol will reduce the absorption of Riboflavin in the intestine. Therefore, to use Izcitol safely, patients need to follow the doctor's instructions as well as inform the doctor about the drugs they are taking before prescribing.
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