Fitorelax
Fitorelax: 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. Use in childhood
- 11. Drug interactions
- 12. Analogs
- 13. Terms and conditions of storage
- 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 15. Reviews
- 16. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Phytorelax
ATX code: N05CM
Active ingredient: hawthorn flowers extract + valerian medicinal rhizomes with roots extract (crataegi floridis extract + valerianae officinalis rhizomatum cum radicibus extract)
Producer: HERCEL BV (Netherlands)
Description and photo update: 2018-25-10
Phytorelax is a herbal sedative.
Release form and composition
Dosage form - tablets: flat-cylindrical, round, beveled, from brown to gray with lighter or darker blotches, engraving "NP" on both sides on a wood background; have a specific smell (in blisters of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 pcs., in a cardboard box 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 blisters).
Active ingredients in 1 tablet:
- Valerian extract - 0.15 g;
- hawthorn extract - 0.08 g.
Auxiliary components: magnesium stearate - 0.003 g; carmellose - 0.012 g; colloidal silicon dioxide - 0.000 6 g; lactose - 0.354 4 g.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
The actions of Fitorelax, due to the complex of biologically active substances included in its composition:
- Valerian extract: has a moderate sedative and antispasmodic effect;
- hawthorn extract: has mild cardiotonic, antispasmodic and sedative properties.
Indications for use
- insomnia, increased nervous irritability (as a sedative);
- astheno-neurotic conditions, cardialgia, functional disorders of cardiac activity (as part of complex treatment).
Contraindications
- age under 18;
- pregnancy;
- lactation period;
- individual intolerance to the components contained in the preparation.
Instructions for the use of Fitorelax: method and dosage
Phytorelax tablets are taken orally, without chewing, with water (a small amount).
The daily dose is 1-2 pcs. 2-3 times a day.
In cases of insomnia, 2 pcs are taken 30-60 minutes before bedtime.
The duration of therapy is 1.5–2 months.
Side effects
During the period of therapy, allergic reactions may develop (itching, urticaria).
If the drug is used for a long time in high doses, it may develop drowsiness, depression, lethargy, decreased performance.
Overdose
The main symptoms of an overdose: lowering blood pressure, bradycardia, mydriasis, tremor, dizziness, heaviness in the chest, abdominal pain, feeling tired.
special instructions
It is not recommended to take Fitorelax tablets daily for a period exceeding 1.5–2 months.
Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms
Since treatment with Fitorelax may be accompanied by a decrease in the rate of psychomotor reactions, it is not recommended to take it before driving or carrying out potentially hazardous activities.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
The drug is contraindicated for use during pregnancy and lactation.
Pediatric use
According to the instructions, Fitorelax is contraindicated in children under the age of 18.
Drug interactions
With the combined use of some drugs / substances, the following effects may develop:
- ethanol, antispasmodics, hypnotics, sedatives, tranquilizers and other drugs that depress the central nervous system: Fitorelax enhances their effect (dose adjustment is required);
- cardiac glycosides (strophanthin, digoxin and others): the cardiotonic effect is enhanced.
Analogs
Fitorelax analogs are: Novo-Passit, Bromenval, etc.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a place protected from light and moisture at temperatures up to 25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
The shelf life is 3 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews of Fitorelax
There are few reviews of Fitorelax, indicating the effectiveness of the drug.
The price of Fitorelax in pharmacies
Approximate price of Fitorelax for tablets for 30 pcs. in the package - 204 rubles.
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!
