Ventrisol
Ventrisol: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Indications for use
- 3. Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Drug interactions
- 10. Analogs
- 11. Terms and conditions of storage
- 12. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 13. Reviews
- 14. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Ventrisol
ATX code: A02BX05
Active ingredient: Bismuth tripotassium dicitrate (Bismuthate tripotassium dicitrate)
Producer: Poznanskie Pharmaceutical Works Polfa (Poland)
Description and photo updated: 2019-30-07
Ventrisol is a drug with antiulcer action.
Release form and composition
Ventrisol is available in the form of coated tablets (16 pcs. In blisters, 2 blisters in a cardboard box).
The composition of 1 tablet Ventrisol contains the active ingredient: bismuth tripotassium dicitrate - 120 mg.
Indications for use
- Inflammation of the gastric mucosa associated with Helicobacter pylori;
- Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
The drug envelops the affected areas of the mucous membrane of the duodenum or stomach and forms insoluble complexes with proteins that are secreted from tissues devoid of epithelium. These complexes are highly resistant to mechanical stress and strong adhesion to the bottom of erosion. Thus, the bismuth-protein complex fills the ulcer and protects the edges and bottom of the niche from the action of pepsin and hydrochloric acid, contributing to its healing.
The active substance Ventrisol (bismuth) is practically not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and is excreted through the intestines and partially by the kidneys.
Contraindications
- Acute gastritis;
- Pronounced functional disorders of the kidneys;
- I trimester of pregnancy;
- Lactation period (if you need to use the drug from breastfeeding, you must refuse);
- Hypersensitivity to drug components.
Instructions for the use of Ventrisol: method and dosage
Ventrisol is taken orally.
One of the dosage regimens can be used:
- 1 tablet 4 times a day: 3 times 30 minutes before meals and 2 hours after the last meal;
- 2 tablets 2 times a day (30 minutes or 2 hours after meals).
The duration of the course is at least 28 days.
For children, Ventrisol is usually prescribed at 7-8 mg / kg per day.
Side effects
During the use of Ventrisol, vomiting and nausea may develop.
Overdose
With prolonged use of the drug in doses exceeding the recommended, bismuth intoxication occurs. Signs of an overdose are a high concentration of bismuth in the blood and symptoms of kidney failure.
special instructions
Simultaneous use with other bismuth-containing drugs is not recommended.
The duration of the course of therapy should not exceed 56 days.
It is not recommended to consume beer, milk and carbonated drinks while taking the drug.
Drug interactions
With the simultaneous use of Ventrisol with certain drugs, the following effects may occur:
- Tetracyclines: decrease in their absorption;
- Acid neutralizing agents: reducing the effect of Ventrisol (these drugs should be taken at intervals of at least 30 minutes).
Analogs
Analogs of Ventrisol are: De-Nol, Bisnol, Trimo, Pilotsid, Tribimol, Gastrocepin, Alanton, Kalankhin, Gaviscon, Venter, Dalargin, Vikalin, Gastrofarm.
Terms and conditions of storage
According to the instructions, Ventrisol should be stored in a dark, dry place out of the reach of children.
Shelf life is 2 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Dispensed by prescription.
Reviews about Ventrisol
The drug is not available in pharmacies, so there are no reviews of the drug's effectiveness.
The price of Ventrisol in pharmacies
Currently, it is impossible to buy Ventrisol, since the drug is not available in the pharmacy range. If it is necessary to use an antiulcer drug, one of the Ventrisol analogues should be purchased.
Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, 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!
