Antral
Instructions for use:
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Indications for use
- 3. Contraindications
- 4. Method of application and dosage
- 5. Side effects
- 6. Special instructions
- 7. Analogs
- 8. Terms and conditions of storage
Antral is a hepatoprotector, a drug that helps protect liver cells from the effects of negative factors.
Release form and composition
The active ingredient of the drug is antral (tris [N (2,3-dimethylphenyl) anthranilato] aluminum). Auxiliary components: heavy magnesium carbonate, calcium stearate, aerosil, povidone 29/32, crospovidone XL 10, polysorbate-80, microcrystalline cellulose 101, potato starch, Opadry 85 II G25557 red, Opadry 85 II G18490 white.
The drug is available in biconvex tablets, film-coated, dark red, containing 0.1 g or 0.2 g of antral in one tablet. In blisters of 10 tablets, 3 blisters in a carton box.
Indications for use
The use of Antral is advisable for both adults and children with such diseases and conditions:
- Hepatitis in acute and chronic form of various origins (alcoholic, toxic, viral, drug-induced);
- Cirrhosis of the liver;
- Fatty degeneration of the liver;
- Inflammatory processes in the pancreas, spleen and gallbladder.
Also, the drug is used as a prophylactic agent when exposed to toxins, drugs, radiation and chemotherapy on the liver.
Contraindications
The use of Antral according to the instructions is contraindicated:
- In case of hypersensitivity to any components of the drug;
- Children under the age of 4;
- In case of impaired renal excretory function.
Method of administration and dosage
According to the instructions, Antral is taken orally 3 times a day, half an hour after a meal and washed down with a small amount of pure water or milk.
The dosage for one dose is as follows:
- For adults and children over 10 years old - 200 mg;
- With cirrhosis of the liver in the first week - 400 mg, in the next two or three weeks, 200 mg;
- Children aged 4 to 10 years - 100 mg.
The duration of drug treatment varies and depends on the severity of the disease. On average, the course of treatment lasts 3-4 weeks, after the same period of time it is repeated.
Side effects
In rare cases, there may be a manifestation of indigestion, which disappears after treatment is discontinued. In general, patients tolerate Antral therapy well, which is confirmed by positive reviews.
special instructions
Antral is not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.
Taking the drug does not affect the body when driving vehicles and working with dangerous mechanisms.
Antral can be used in combination with antibacterial, choleretic drugs, vitamins, as well as drugs that are prescribed for detoxification (elimination of toxins).
Analogs
Antral's analogs, which have a similar effect: Odeston, Karsil, Darsil, Galstena, Bilikur, Hepa-mertz, Gepaforte, Levasil, Liv.52, Bicyclol, Livolin Forte.
Terms and conditions of storage
It is recommended to store the drug in a dark and dry place, out of the reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.
Shelf life is 2 years.
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
