Special dragee Merz
Special pills Merz: 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. Special instructions
- 8. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 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: Merz spezial dragees
ATX code: A11AB
Active ingredient: multivitamins + minerals (multivitamins + multimineral)
Manufacturer: Merz Pharma GmbH & Co. KGaA (Germany)
Description and photo update: 2018-22-10
Prices in pharmacies: from 736 rubles.
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Special Dragee Merz is a specially developed vitamin and mineral complex. Vitamins A, C, E - slow down the aging process and promote the regeneration of skin cells; biotin - improves the structure and growth of weakened and brittle nails; L-cystine, β-carotene, B vitamins - support hair growth and strengthening; A special yeast extract supports targeted nutrient delivery and is a source of essential amino acids and B vitamins.
Release form and composition
Special Dragee Merz is available in the form of a round biconvex light pink dragee. The drug is packaged in glass bottles with a polymer lid (60 or 120 pills) and cardboard boxes (1 bottle each)
The active ingredients in the Merz Special Dragee (1 dragee): betacarotene - 0.9 mg; cystine - 30 mg; retinol acetate - 1500 ME; nicotinamide - 10 mg; thiamine mononitrate - 1.2 mg; ascorbic acid - 75 mg; pyridoxine hydrochloride - 1.2 mg; riboflavin - 1.6 mg; cyanocobalamin - 0.002 mg; biotin - 0.01 mg; alpha-tocopherol acetate - 9 mg; calcium pantothenate - 3 mg; colecalciferol - 50 ME; iron fumarate - 20 mg; yeast extract - 100 mg.
Excipients in the composition of the Merz Special Dragee: colloidal silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, acacia gum, purified water, iron oxide red (E 172), cellacephate, indigo carmine, dextrose syrup, carnauba wax, corn starch, sucrose, castor oil, titanium talc.
Pharmacological properties
Special dragee Merz is a combined preparation, the action of which is due to the characteristics of its constituent substances:
- cystine (amino acid): participates in the growth of nails and hair;
- retinol (vitamin A): improves blood supply to the skin, increases their firmness, elasticity, preserves the integrity of epithelial cells;
- beta-carotene (provitamin A): has antioxidant properties;
- tocopherol (vitamin E): has an antioxidant effect, participates in the process of tissue respiration;
- thiamine (vitamin B 1): ensures the normal functioning of the nervous system, takes part in carbohydrate metabolism;
- ascorbic acid (vitamin C): reduces the permeability of the vascular walls;
- riboflavin (vitamin B 2): a catalyst required for cellular respiration processes;
- pyridoxine (vitamin B 6): participates in protein metabolism;
- calcium pantothenate (vitamin B 5): activates the water exchange of skin cells;
- cyanocobalamin (vitamin B 12): ensures normal blood formation;
- niacinamide (vitamin PP or B 3): takes part in the processes of fat and carbohydrate metabolism, tissue respiration;
- iron: an essential element for erythropoiesis;
- biotin (vitamin H or B 7): responsible for the growth of nails and hair;
- yeast extract (natural source of minerals, amino acids, B vitamins): maintains the normal condition of hair, skin, nails, epithelium of mucous membranes.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, Merz Special Dragee is prescribed to prevent iron deficiency, hypo- or avitaminosis.
Contraindications
- overdose of vitamins D and A;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
Instructions for the use of Merz Special Dragee: method and dosage
A special dragee Merz is administered orally.
The recommended dosage for adults is 1 tablet in the morning and in the evening.
Side effects
When taking Merz Special Dragee, allergic reactions may develop in relation to any of the components.
special instructions
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose of the drug.
Doses of Merz Special Dragee are developed taking into account the daily requirement for vitamins, however, the preparation contains iron, which in large quantities can have a harmful effect on the body.
If you accidentally use the drug in very high doses, you should immediately seek medical attention.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
The risk of developing undesirable effects in pregnant and lactating women when using the drug in the recommended doses has not been proven.
High doses of vitamin A (retinol acetate) can be teratogenic. During pregnancy, you should not combine Merz Special Dragee with preparations that contain vitamin A.
Drug interactions
If you need to use Merz Special Dragee with other drugs, you should consult your doctor.
Analogs
Analogs of the Merz Special Dragee are: Multi-Tabs, Duovit, Vitrum, Kaltsinova, Complivit, etc.
Terms and conditions of storage
Keep out of reach of children at temperatures up to 25 ° C.
The shelf life is 3 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews of the Merz Special Dragee
Reviews of the Merz Special Dragee are mainly left by women. Most of them note that after 1–2 months of taking the drug, the health and appearance of the nail plates improve. Opinions about the effect of the vitamin-mineral complex on the condition of the hair indicate that in this case it is less effective - only some patients noticed a clear improvement.
Almost all users who have taken Merz Special Dragee report an increase in energy, an improvement in overall well-being and a tangible improvement in health.
Price for Merz Special Dragee in pharmacies
The price for Merz Special Dragee is about 850 rubles per pack of 60 pcs. or 1200 rubles for a pack of 1200 pcs.
Merz special pills: prices in online pharmacies
Drug name Price Pharmacy |
Special Dragee Merz Classic 675 mg Dragee 60 pcs. 736 RUB Buy |
Special dragee Merz Classic 60 pcs. 758 RUB Buy |
Special Dragee Merz Classic 675 mg Dragee 120 pcs. 1116 RUB Buy |
Special dragee Merz Classic 120 pcs. 1153 RUB Buy |
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!