The drug "Obsidan". Analogues and indications for use

The drug "Obsidan" refers to a group of beta-blockers. Propranolol is the international name for this drug. The manufacturer is Germany.

"Obsidan". Synonyms:

• Tablets Anaprilin,
• Means "BetaCap TR",
• The drug "Vero-Anaprilin"
• The medicine "Inder LA"
• Means «Indikardin»,
• Tablets "PMS-propranolol",
• and others.

Form release : solutions for intravenous and intramuscular injections, tablets of 40 mg.

Act

The medicine "Obsidan" (analogues of this drug too) is prescribed primarily as an antihypertensive, antiarrhythmic and antianginal agent. The drug is aimed at decreasing the frequency of heart contractions, as well as reducing their strength and the need for myocardium in oxygen. With its application, cardiac output, renin secretion, renal blood flow and glomerular filtration rate are reduced. One-time administration of the drug provides a hypotensive result for 20 hours.

Means "Obsidan" (its analogs included), taken for a long time, works to reduce the venous return, it gives a cardioprotective effect. It is prescribed for patients with moderate arterial hypertension to reduce the likelihood of cerebral strokes and coronary artery disease. In patients with the diagnosis of IHD, its use is aimed at reducing the frequency of seizures, increasing the tolerance of physical exertion. Due to its reception, the need for nitroglycerin is reduced.

Its use gives the greatest effect in patients up to the age of forty, who have a hyperdynamic type of circulation, as well as an increased content of renin.

Also, the medicine "Obsidan" (analogs too) is prescribed to increase the tone of the bronchi. Effectively strengthens the contractility of the uterus, in the generic and stroydovom periods reduces bleeding. The drug is indicated for enhancing secretory and motor activity of the gastrointestinal tract. It is also prescribed for inhibition of platelet aggregation and activation of fibrinolysis. The use of this drug leads to inhibition of lipolysis, thereby not allowing the level of free fatty acids to increase. Its suppressing effect on glycogenolysis, production of glucagon and insulin was noted. Means "Obsidan" (analogs of this drug) are also used to reduce intraocular pressure, reduce the production of watery moisture. Quite often there is a prescription of the drug in panic attacks as a means of reducing the heartbeat.

When it comes to selecting a drug that can be taken for a long time, doctors prescribe the medicine "Obsidan". Feedback on the long-term practice of using this tool confirms its effectiveness.

The drug with internal use is absorbed from the digestive tract in a short period of time. Further, it binds to proteins in the plasma. It is stored in the lung tissue, kidney tissue, brain, and also in the heart. The drug penetrates the barrier of the placenta and enters the breast milk. It is excreted through the kidneys as a metabolite.

When an overdose can occur: arrhythmia, bradycardia, dizziness, heart failure, collapse, hypotension, acrocyanosis, difficulty breathing, convulsions. As a treatment immediately appointed gastric lavage, adsorptive agents, symptomatic therapy.

The doctor selects a therapy scheme based on the disease, especially individually. Most often the treatment is designed for a long period. It is necessary to be attentive to your health, with its worsening - to see a doctor without stopping the drug. It is unacceptable to independently change the dose of admission and take a break in treatment. Any changes, first of all, should be discussed with the doctor. Termination of treatment is gradual. The dose is gradually reduced so that the withdrawal syndrome does not develop.