Ethyl methylhydroxypyridine succinate - analogs, composition and instructions for use

Ethyl methylhydroxypyridine succinate and drug analogs are free radical scavengers. This drug has anti-epileptic, stress-protective and antihypoxic effects, which is why it is widely used for the treatment of various diseases.

Produced in a variety of dosage forms, such as:

• tablets;
• capsules;
• injection and dropper.

Chemical name of the 2-ethyl-6-methyl-3-hydrospyridine succinate. Meksidol, Elfunat, Mexiprem are trade names for ethylmethylhydroxypyridine succinate. Analogues it is selected exclusively by the attending physician in accordance with the available indications and contraindications.

Description of the drug

Quite often, ethylmethyl hydroxypyridine succinate and analogues of this drug are used to normalize the blood circulation of the brain. It refers to antioxidant drugs that have anti-stress, anticonvulsant, antihypoxic effects. This drug increases the resistance of the body to various kinds of damaging factors, such as:

• hypoxia;
• ischemia;
• alcohol intoxication;
• worsening of cerebral circulation.

The medicinal preparation helps to normalize metabolic processes, improve blood quality, and also cerebral circulation. In addition, it reduces the content of cholesterol in the blood, is used to normalize learning processes, sleep and memory.

Indication for use

According to the instructions for the use of ethylmethylhydroxypyridine, succinate and analogs are prescribed in such cases as:

• encephalopathy;
• dystonia;
• feeling of anxiety with neuroses;
• disorders of vascular genesis;
• age-related memory impairment and concentration of attention.

The drug, when properly applied, helps to get rid of many different diseases and to normalize oneself. Drugs are prescribed for the course of such diseases as:

• vascular disorders;
• Down;
• acute peritonitis, pancreatitis( in complex therapy).

This drug helps with myocardial infarction and ischemia. It is prescribed from the very first days of the course of the disease as part of complex therapy.

Instructions for the use of

Depending on the complexity of the disease itself, various forms of the drug are prescribed. According to the instructions for use, ethylmethylhydroxypyridine succinate in the form of a solution is administered intramuscularly or intravenously using sodium chloride.

The duration of intramuscular injection should be approximately 5-7 minutes. Dosage is determined by the doctor strictly individually, it all depends on the patient's well-being. Initially, it is prescribed at a rate of 50-300 mg per day, divided into 1-3 injections. Then the dosage can be gradually increased. The maximum daily dose can be no more than 800 mg.

For the prevention of intramuscularly prescribed for 100 mg of the drug twice a day, for 10-14 days. In case of serious circulatory disturbance, 200-300 mg of the drug are administered intravenously intravenously for four days. Then injections are administered intramuscularly at 300 mg per day for 10-14 days.

For the treatment of peritonitis and pancreatitis, the drug is administered to the patient before and after the operation. Dosage in this case is selected strictly individually. Patients of advanced age with minor disorders are administered a drug in the form of injections of 100-300 mg per day for 5-7 days.

Instructions for the use of tablets

The drug in tableted form is prescribed at 125 mg per day, divided into 2-3 doses. The course of therapy is at least 2 months. On the recommendation of the treating doctor, the course of treatment can be repeated after a while.

Side effects and contraindications

Ethylmethylhydroxypyridine and drug analogues of the drug have certain side effects such as:

• excessive gassing;
• sleep disturbance;
• nausea;
• allergy;
• dry mouth;
• diarrhea.

In addition, with intravenous administration of the drug, if the injection rate is very high, there may be side effects such as:

• sensation of metallic taste in the mouth;
• tingling in the limbs;
• a sore throat;
• attacks of suffocation.

Ethyl methylhydroxypyridine succinate and analogues of the preparation have certain contraindications, such as:

• pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• kidney and liver disease;
• allergy;
• children under 18 years.

If dosage is exceeded, insomnia and pressure jumps may occur. If side effects occur, you must cancel the drug and consult a doctor.

Interaction with other drugs

This substance several times strengthens the effect of many other drugs, which is why you need to carefully select the drugs for complex therapy. When the drug is combined with ethyl alcohol, the toxic effect of alcohol is significantly reduced.

The drug is often prescribed with "Cavinton", "Piracetam", "Actovegin" and many other drugs. This makes it possible to increase the effectiveness of the drug and reduce the likelihood of side effects.

Preparation "Elfunat"

Analog of ethylmethylhydroxypyridine succinate is easy to pick up, because it has a similar composition. The active ingredient is a part of the "Elfoonat" means, it has an antihypoxic effect and is characterized by having an anti-stress and anticonvulsant effect. At dangerous for the person conditions this preparation raises protective forces of an organism.

With myocardial infarction, taking medication helps to normalize the metabolism in the affected area of ​​the myocardium, reduce the area of ​​necrotic lesions, and increase the flow of blood. With progressive neuropathy, "Elfoonat" helps to improve the quality of vision. Often this drug is used for such diseases as:

• traumatic brain injury;
• glaucoma;
• intoxication with medicinal preparations;
• mental disorders.

The method of administering the drug and its dosage the doctor selects strictly individually, taking into account the existing disease and the patient's well-being. This drug has certain contraindications, which must be taken into account when applying it, so as not to harm the body.

Meksidol preparation

Mexidol is a free-radical inhibitor. This drug prevents the oxidation of fats in the cell membranes, and also increases the resistance of tissues to a lack of oxygen.

The drug "Mexidol" is quite effective for various kinds of hypoxia, and also prevents the occurrence of pathologies in oxygen starvation.

Use this medication as directed. Usually Mexidol is well tolerated by the body, however, some patients may experience nausea and dry mouth.

Preparation Mexiprim

The preparation Mexyprem has antioxidant activity. This drug helps to prevent the development of hypoxia, stress, and also has a nootropic effect. With regular use of the drug, it is noted:

• normalization of blood microcirculation;
• normalization of metabolic processes in the brain;
• reduces the risk of blood clots and increased cholesterol in the body.

The drug is prescribed for use in a tablet form, as well as in the form of injections. This drug has certain contraindications and provokes the occurrence of side effects, which must be taken into account when applying it. Before using the drug, you should always consult your doctor.

Drug analogues

Analogs and synonyms of ethylmethylhydroxypyridine succinate have almost the same composition, so it is possible to select a medicament taking into account the form and dosage of the drug prescribed by the doctor.

You can select the active substance and similar analogues of ethylmethylhydroxypyridine succinate, the price of which on average is approximately 210 rubles for 5 ampoules and 240 rubles for tablets. Analogues, similar in structure, are such drugs as:

• "Glycine";
• "Actovegin";
• "Cortexin";
• "Glitsied";
• "Nootropil".

Before selecting an analogue of the drug, you need to study the instructions for use, the available indications and contraindications to the drug. Consult with the doctor in charge.