The medicine 'Tioktatsid'. Instructions for use

The drug "Tioktatsid" (in ampoules and tablets) refers to a group of drugs that help regulate the exchange of lipids and carbohydrates. The drug has antioxidant and hepatoprotective effects. The active component is thioctic acid.

About the drug "Tioktatsid" reviews are found in most cases, positive. Patients name among the benefits, in particular, good tolerability, high efficiency, rapid onset of relief.

Characterizing the drug "Tioktatsid", the instructions for use indicate the therapeutic properties of alpha-lipoic (thioktovoy) acid, which is part of its composition. The active substance takes part in the mitochondrial metabolic process of cellular substances, plays the role of coenzyme in the metabolism of products having pronounced antitoxic properties and providing protection of the cell against the influence of salts of various heavy metals and free radicals.

The active component of the drug "Tioktatsid" shows a synergy (enhances action) relative to insulin, which is manifested in an increase in the utilization of glucose. The use of medication in diabetes mellitus helps to change the blood level of pyruvic acid.

The drug "Tioktatsid BV" is characterized by a rapid predictable release of the active component. As a result, a rapid absorption of thioctic acid is ensured.

The preparation "Tioktatsid" the instruction on application recommends for elimination of symptoms of sensory-motor (peripheral) diabetic polyneuropathy.

Tablets are taken orally. The recommended dosage is 600 milligrams (one tablet a day). The drug is taken in the morning, on an empty stomach, thirty minutes before breakfast. Tablets should not be softened. It is recommended to drink plenty of water.

In disorders of sensitivity of a pronounced nature, the "Tioktacid" preparation is recommended for intravenous administration (infusion) at a dose of 600 milligrams for two to four weeks. Subsequently, the amount of the drug can be reduced by half (up to 300 mg per day).

In connection with the high sensitivity of the solution to sunlight, the ampoule of the drug "Tioktatsid" should be removed from the package immediately before the introduction.

The medicine can provoke a number of negative reactions.

With intravenous administration of side effects of the drug "Tioktatsid" instructions for use indicates diplopia, convulsions. With rapid infusion, increased intracranial pressure, difficulty breathing. As a rule, these reactions are eliminated on their own.

With oral administration of the remedy, in some cases, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea and other dyspepsia may occur.

The medicine can provoke the development of allergies in the form of itching, rash or hives. In rare cases, anaphylactic shock is possible.

The drug "Tioktatsid" is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient and other substances in its composition. The drug is not prescribed in childhood and adolescence, due to the lack of adequate data on the safety of its use in these patients.

The use of the drug "Tioktatsid" during pregnancy is permissible under the recommendation and under the systematic supervision of a doctor. If necessary, use the product while breastfeeding, stop lactation.

Experts recommend refraining from taking alcohol during therapy, as well as outside it. This is mainly due to the ability of alcohol to enhance the development of polyneuropathy and reduce the effectiveness of the drug "Tioktatsid."

During treatment, especially in its initial period, it is necessary to control the concentration of glucose in the blood.

Before using the drug "Tioktatsid" you should carefully read the instructions.