Elenium
Instructions for use:
- 1. Pharmacological action
- 2. Indications for use
- 3. Instructions for use
- 4. Side effects
- 5. Contraindications
- 6. Synonyms and analogues
- 7. Release form
- 8. Storage conditions
Elenium is a drug belonging to the group of tranquilizers. According to reviews, Elenium has excellent soothing properties.
Pharmacological action of Elenium
The instructions for Elenium indicate that the drug has anxiolytic, hypnotic, muscle relaxant and anticonvulsant properties. It binds to benzodiazepine receptors associated with the GABA receptors of the central nervous system (spinal cord, cerebellum, cerebral cortex) and blocks the transmission of polysynaptic reflexes.
Indications for the use of Elenium
According to the instructions, Elenium is used to relieve neurotic reactions and treat mental diseases with neurosis-like disorders, phenomena of tension, anxiety, obsession, fear. According to reviews, Elenium well relieves anxiety in patients in the preoperative period and can be used as part of premedication (preparation for anesthesia). In addition, Elenium is also used to treat:
- Sleep disorders;
- Convulsive syndrome;
- Neurotic and rheumatic hyperkinesis;
- Premenstrual and climacteric syndromes;
- Hysterical states;
- Withdrawal symptoms;
- Tremor;
- Radiculitis;
- Conduct disorders in children.
Instructions for use
For adults, Elenium is usually administered orally with a dose of 5-10 mg. If necessary, the dosage can be gradually increased by 5 mg per day until a daily dose of 50 mg is reached, which should be taken in three to four doses. For elderly and weakened people, the drug is prescribed in a lower dosage. Elenium should be canceled by gradually reducing the dose.
Side effects of Elenium
According to reviews, Elenium can lead to the following side effects:
- Dizziness;
- Drowsiness;
- Itchy skin;
- Constipation;
- Nausea;
- Decreased sex drive (libido).
Contraindications
According to the instructions, Elenium is contraindicated in the following cases:
- Acute kidney and liver diseases;
- Muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis);
- First trimester of pregnancy;
- Respiratory disorders of central origin;
- Glaucoma;
- Balance disorders.
According to reviews, Elenium, especially the first days of admission, causes severe drowsiness. Therefore, this drug should not be given to people whose work requires a quick response and increased concentration.
Synonyms and analogues of Elenium
Elenium is also produced under other trade names - Chlosepid, Napoton, Radepur. In addition, in the pharmacy network there are other drugs that have a similar effect to Elenium - Relanium, Seduxen, Sibazon, Nosepam, Tazepam, etc. These drugs are analogs of Elenium.
Release form
Elenium is produced in the form of pills containing 5, 10 and 25 mg of active substance in packs of 50 pieces.
Storage conditions
Elenium should be stored in a dry and dark place out of the reach of children.
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
