Composition and description of the drug Essentiale Forte. Patient feedback, indications and instructions for use

Lesions of the liver and gallbladder, unfortunately, are extremely common in modern medical practice. And not always such diseases are associated with severe systemic disorders in the body - they can be caused by improper diet, exposure to unfavorable environmental factors, and bad habits, in particular alcohol abuse. Today, hepatoprotectors are used for treatment and prevention. Therefore, many are interested: the question of what is the drug Essentiale Forte; Patient feedback on its use; Indications for use , etc.

The preparation "Essentiale forte": composition and form of release

It's not a secret for anyone that the lack of phospholipids often leads to a disruption in the metabolism of fats in the body, which, in turn, negatively affects the liver. Deficiency of these substances and eliminate drugs-hepatoprotectors, in particular, "Essentiale Forte."

The main active component of this drug is a complex of so-called essential phospholipids. In particular, each dose of the drug contains phosphatidylcholine derived from soybeans. This complex consists of 76% of choline.

Modern pharmacological companies produce this drug in two forms: hard gelatin capsules and a solution for intravenous injections (Essentiale Forte N). Regardless of the form of release, the medicines contain a complex of phospholipids.

"Essentiale forte" is produced in the form of hard opaque gelatinous capsules of brown color with oily pasty contents. Gelatin, sodium lauryl sulfate, titanium dioxide and dyes are used to make the capsule. Semi-liquid contents of the capsule, in addition to active substances, contain soybean oil, alpha-tocopherol, hard fat and some other components.

Pharmacologically, the properties of Essentiale

The essential phospholipids contained in this preparation are most similar in structure to natural phospholipid molecules, which are components of the cellular membranes of hepatocytes. The defeat of liver tissue, as a rule, is accompanied by damage to the membranes of the liver cells, and this drug restores the integrity of cellular structures.

In addition, the phospholipid substances of the preparation are characterized by increased activity, so they can quickly restore the functionality of the hepatic tissues. In addition, as a result of this drug, the hepatocyte membranes become more elastic and elastic. This hepatoprotector, when properly applied, restores the processes of fat and protein metabolism, speeds up the processes of detoxification in the liver, and also prevents the proliferation of connective tissues.

Indications for use

To date, this drug is used to treat and prevent a number of liver diseases. Indications for the reception of "Essential" are:

• Fatty degeneration of liver tissue of any origin;
• Chronic and acute hepatitis;
• Cirrhosis of the liver, including those caused by chronic alcoholism;
• Useful "Essentiale forte" for the liver with psoriasis;
• Disorders in the functioning of the liver tissues that are associated with other diseases;
• Severe forms of toxicosis in pregnancy;
• The drug is used for preventive purposes to prevent the formation of gallstones;
• Radiation syndrome;
• Severe poisoning of the body with toxins, including heavy metal salts and ethyl alcohol;
• Injectable solutions are used for hepatic tissue necrosis;
• Injections of the drug are made to patients in preparation for surgery on the organs of the abdominal cavity. The same drug is used to prevent complications in the postoperative period.

In fact, this is far from all the violations under which the "Essentiale Forte" is used. The patient or doctor will confirm that the capsules are often prescribed to protect the liver during treatment with antibiotics.

How to take the capsule Essential forte?

Immediately it should be noted that the dosage, schedule and duration of reception is determined exclusively individually - taking the drug is not recommended. As for the recommended doses, adults and adolescents take two capsules two or three times a day. It is advisable to use the medicine while eating, squeezed with a small amount of water. The duration of the drug may vary depending on the disease, the severity of the patient's condition and the goal (prevention or treatment). In any case, therapy lasts at least 2-3 weeks. Some patients are recommended longer treatment (about a year).

The drug Essentiale Forte N: application and instructions for use

Immediately it should be noted that effective treatment of liver diseases requires complex therapy, which includes both taking capsules and intravenous medication. After the main symptoms disappear, you can refuse injections.

In this case, the dosage is also chosen by the doctor. Recommended on average 2-4 ampoules with a volume of 5 ml per day. You need to inject the medicine into the vein very slowly. In some cases, the solution is used in its pure form, while for other patients it is first diluted with blood in a proportion of 1: 1. But in any case, the intravenous fluid should not be diluted with solutions of electrolytes (eg, sodium chloride).

This drug is rarely used for intramuscular injection, as it can cause severe irritation and even inflammation of the skin tissues.

Many patients note the apparent effect of taking "Essentiale Forte." The recall of the average patient allows to draw conclusions that such treatment really has a positive effect on liver function and the condition of the whole organism.

Contraindications to the use of hepatoprotector

This medication does not have too many contraindications. Naturally, it should not be taken to patients with increased sensitivity to a particular constituent. Treatment with this drug is prohibited if it is a newborn (especially premature) child - capsules and injections are allowed to patients over the age of twelve.

To date, there is no evidence of how the drug affects the fetus during pregnancy and lactation. Because in this period only the attending physician can decide whether the patient should take the medicine and at what dose. After all, Essentiale is used to treat severe forms of toxicosis. But in the lactation period, the intake should be discontinued, since the main components of the drug can easily penetrate the baby's body, along with breast milk.

Are there any side effects?

The drug "Essentiale" is most often well tolerated by the patient's body. The presence of any adverse reactions is rarely recorded in modern medical practice. Only in some cases there are disorders from the gastrointestinal tract. Side effects include a feeling of discomfort in the stomach. Some patients complain of loose stools. Much less often, the drug is accompanied by severe diarrhea.

Allergic reactions occur only with increased sensitivity to any component of the drug. Allergies are accompanied by skin lesions. Some patients note itching, redness and slight puffiness of the skin, less frequent hives and eczema.

In the presence of unpleasant sensations or an allergic reaction it is necessary to stop the treatment for a while and seek medical advice from a doctor. Perhaps, the expert will decide to cancel the drug.

Additional Information

Once again it is worth noting that the liquid for injection can interact with solutions of electrolytes. If necessary, you can use either the patient's blood, or solutions of glucose, xylitol. There is no other information on the interaction of Essentiale with drugs.

The intake of the drug does not affect the vision, concentration and reaction speed, and therefore does not affect the ability of the patient to drive or work with some other mechanisms. There is no information about an overdose for today.

Store the capsules in a dry place at a temperature of no higher than 21 degrees. Ampoules with a solution is best kept in the refrigerator at a temperature of + 2-8 ^o C.

The drug Essentiale Forte: patient feedback

Both doctors and patients respond well to this medicine. According to statistical surveys, in most cases, "Essentiale Forte" really produces a positive effect, eliminates the main symptoms of liver disease and, when properly applied, avoids relapse. Patients note that a few days after the start of treatment, pain, nausea and a feeling of heaviness in the right hypochondrium disappear. Perhaps the only drawback of this tool is its cost, since its price does not suit every person (in the region of 500 rubles, plus or minus, for 30 capsules and 1500 rubles, plus or minus, for 100 capsules).