Detoxification drug Zorex: instructions for use

The "Zorex" preparation instruction for use defines it as a complex agent with pronounced detoxification properties, including in relation to arsenic compounds, heavy metals and elements of decomposition of ethyl alcohol. In addition, this drug is characterized by hepatoprotective and antioxidant properties. The action of the "Zorex" means, the instruction for the use of which is necessarily included in the kit, is to stimulate the interaction of the sulfhydryl groups of the unitiol directly with thiol poisons and various products of half-life. In the end, this leads to the formation of non-toxic elements, which after some time are excreted in the urine. If we talk about the pharmacokinetics of this drug, then its highest plasma concentrations are reached one to two hours after use, and the half-life is about seven to eight hours.

Features of the medicinal composition

The "Zorex" agent is produced in the form of gelatin capsules containing a cream or white powder or granules inside. As active elements in the composition are unithiol and calcium pantothenate. The first can be contained in a volume of one hundred and fifty or two hundred and fifty milligrams, and the second - in the volume of seven or ten milligrams. In the role of auxiliary substances are citric acid, magnesium hydrophosphate and MCC. Silicon dioxide is also contained in the capsules "Zorex". The composition of the drug is supplemented with a small amount of povidone and starch.

Application of the drug

Experts usually recommend taking this detoxification drug to people who suffer from alcohol withdrawal syndrome or who abuse strong alcoholic beverages. In case of poisoning with cardiac glycosides, it is also worthwhile to start taking Zorex medication. Instruction for use advises to use it and during the complex therapy of chronic alcoholism. In addition, the list of indications includes cases of poisoning with compounds of mercury, arsenic, chromium, cadmium, gold, zinc, copper, cobalt, bismuth and antimony.

List of main contraindications

Take capsules (although some are convinced that these are tablets) Zorex does not recommend an instruction for use in patients with severe kidney disease, impaired liver function and increased individual sensitivity to unithiol, calcium pantothenate and any other constituents. With great care use this detoxification drug people with low blood pressure.

Possible side effects

The medicine "Zorex" is transferred, as a rule, to a good majority of patients. However, in exceptional cases, the use of this drug may provoke a skin rash and hives. A small itch can also be noted as a result of the use of such a tool as "Zorex". Instructions for use indicate a risk of dizziness, tachycardia and nausea.