Apetinol
Apetinol: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Drug interactions
- 11. Analogs
- 12. Terms and conditions of storage
- 13. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 14. Reviews
- 15. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Apetinol
Active ingredient: extract of coleus forskohlii (extract of coleus forskohlii) + extract of hoodia gordonii (extract of hoodia gordonii)
Manufacturer: KorolevFarm LLC (Russia)
Description and photo update: 10.07.2018
Apetinol is a biologically active food additive (BAA), a source of forskolin, an additional source of soluble dietary fiber; it is recommended to control the weight if necessary.
Release form and composition
Dosage form of release - capsules of 430 mg: hard gelatinous, contents - fine powder from beige to light beige (15 pcs. In blisters, 2 or 4 blisters in a cardboard box; 30 or 60 pcs. In packages).
Composition of 1 capsule:
- active substances: hoodia gordoni, coleus forskolia (as an extract);
- additional components: microcrystalline cellulose, citrus pectin.
Pharmacological properties
The components included in Apetinol help to accelerate the transit of food through the intestines, suppress hunger, activate the detoxification system, stimulate lipid metabolism and utilize fats, reduce the amount of food consumed and fast satiety.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, Apetinol is recommended to be taken as a source of forskolin, an additional source of soluble dietary fiber, as well as in the presence of the following indications:
- obesity and overweight;
- seizing stress (hyperphagic response to stress);
- increased appetite, late eating and snacking habits;
- conducting low-calorie diets (as a means of helping to reduce the amount of food taken).
Contraindications
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (with exacerbation);
- pregnancy and lactation;
- individual intolerance to the components of dietary supplements.
Instructions for the use of Apetinol: method and dosage
Apetinol is taken orally with 250 ml (1 glass) of water.
Adults are prescribed 2 capsules 2 times a day (before lunch and dinner).
The duration of the course is at least 30 days.
Side effects
There are practically no side effects with this drug. Since Apetinol has a natural composition, it does not provoke the development of allergic reactions and dyspeptic phenomena. Also, the effect of addiction to dietary supplements and the subsequent withdrawal syndrome are not noted.
Overdose
At the moment, there is no reliable information about the possibility of an overdose.
special instructions
Dietary supplement Apetinol is not a drug.
Before using it, you need to consult a specialist.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
It is not recommended to take dietary supplements for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Drug interactions
There is no information on interaction with other drugs.
Analogs
There are no data on analogues of Apetinol.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a dry, dark place at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
Shelf life is 2 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Apetinol
There are often positive reviews about Apetinol, confirming its effectiveness. After the course of administration, many patients managed to reduce their weight, the greatest result was observed when dietary supplements were combined with intense physical activity. Apetinol also reduces appetite and can significantly limit sweets in the diet. However, there are also negative opinions about the uselessness of the drug and even individual side reactions, for example, exacerbation of gastritis. Some nutritionists are also skeptical about it, mentioning that the active substances of the drug are destroyed in the stomach, without having time to enter either the brain or the systemic circulation.
The price of Apetinol in pharmacies
The price of Apetinol in pharmacies is about 173 rubles per pack containing 60 capsules.
Maria Kulkes Medical journalist About the author
Education: First Moscow State Medical University named after I. M. Sechenov, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!