Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics:
Indications for use
Contraindications:
Directions for use and doses
Autonomic dysfunction syndrome
Additional information
Side effect.
Overdose.
Release form.
Storage conditions.
Best before date.
3 years.
Vacation conditions. Available without a prescription.
Pharmacodynamics: Eltacin ® is a combination drug that contains a mixture of non-essential amino acids: glycine, glutamic acid and cystine. The components of Eltacin ® are metabolic regulators that increase the intracellular concentration of glutathione and the activity of glutathione-dependent enzymes, normalizing redox processes and oxygen utilization in tissues, due to which the drug:
- exhibits antioxidant (reducing the content of free radicals, peroxide compounds, malondialdehyde) and antihypoxic effects (increasing the body's resistance to oxygen deficiency, enhancing the synthesis of adenosine triphosphoric acid (ATP));
- increases myocardial contractility;
- increases physical performance;
- improves the quality of life of patients with chronic heart failure (increasing social adaptation, improving psycho-emotional state);
- accelerates the recovery of performance after intense physical activity in children.
Autonomic dysfunction syndrome in adults and children over 12 years of age.
Prevention of chronic physical overstrain and recovery after intense physical activity during sports in children aged 11 to 15 years.
Chronic heart failure of functional class I–III according to the NYHA classification in adults (against the background of standard therapy).
Chronic heart failure of functional class I–II according to the NYHA classification in children over the age of 12 years (against the background of standard therapy).
Contraindications: hypersensitivity to the drug, children under 11 years of age (efficacy and safety have not been established).
Precautions for use: does not require special precautions.
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding: No separate studies have been conducted. Not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Sublingually. The tablet can also be chewed and held in the mouth under the tongue until completely dissolved.
Autonomic dysfunction syndrome in adults and children over 12 years of age: 1 tablet 3 times a day sublingually, course of treatment from 1 to 3 months depending on the severity of the disease, repeated courses are prescribed on the recommendation of a doctor.
Prevention of chronic physical overexertion in children aged 11 to 15 years: 1 tablet 2 times a day for 2–3 weeks.
During the recovery period after intense physical activity when playing sports in children aged 11 to 15 years: 1 tablet 3 times a day for 2 weeks.
Chronic heart failure of functional class I–III according to the NYHA classification in adults: 1 tablet 3 times a day sublingually, course of treatment from 1 to 3 months depending on the severity of the disease, repeated courses are prescribed on the recommendation of a doctor.
Chronic heart failure of functional class I–II according to the NYHA classification in children over 12 years of age: 1 tablet 3 times a day sublingually, course of treatment from 1 to 3 months depending on the severity of the disease, repeated courses are prescribed on the recommendation of a doctor.
Side effect.
Allergic reactions are possible.
Overdose.
No cases of overdose have been identified.
Interaction with other drugs.
Can be taken simultaneously with angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, beta-blockers, diuretics, aldosterone antagonists, organic nitrates and slow calcium channel blockers.
Possibility of the drug influencing the ability to drive vehicles and other potentially dangerous mechanisms: no effect.
Release form.
Sublingual tablets, 70 mg+70 mg+70 mg. 30 tablets in a blister pack made of polyvinyl chloride film and aluminum foil. 1 blister pack along with instructions for use in a cardboard pack.
Storage conditions.
At a temperature not exceeding 25 °C in the original packaging.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Best before date.
3 years.
Do not use after the expiration date indicated on the package.
Vacation conditions. Available without a prescription.
Release form and composition
Available in the form of tablets intended for oral administration by sucking or chewing. They have a convex shape on both sides and can be either white or light yellow in color. They have no characteristic odor.
Cardboard packaging with blisters of 30 tablets.
The composition of this drug includes: L-cystine, L-glatumic acid, glycine, and the auxiliary components are magnesium stearate and methocel.
Pharmacology
Due to the components that make up the medicine, namely, non-essential amino acids and metabolic regulators, the intracellular concentration of glutathione increases, and the redox processes in the body for processing oxygen in the tissues return to normal.
Due to all this, the medicine:
- increases the body's resistance if there is a lack of oxygen;
- improves myocardial function;
- significantly makes life easier for people suffering from chronic heart failure;
- after taking it, the performance of adults and young children significantly increases, the recovery process after stress that negatively affects the body is reduced;
- due to glycine, nervous tension is reduced and the patient’s psychological state is normalized.
After the course of treatment, patients' performance increased, and patients with disorders of the cardiovascular system experienced improvements that allowed them to lead a normal lifestyle.
Indications for use
Before taking the drug, you must undergo a full examination and consult with a doctor, who will prescribe this drug if it is considered most effective for the following disorders:
- chronic heart failure (used as a supportive agent and in complex treatment);
- autonomic dysfunction syndrome in patients aged 12 to 18 years;
- increased excitability due to disorders in the nervous system, poor sleep, overexertion leading to nervous breakdowns;
- delays in psychological development, but only in children;
- as a restorative remedy after overload or when suffering from illness.
Method of administration and dosage
Taken orally. The tablet is placed under the tongue until it is completely dissolved. To dissolve it faster, you can chew it or simply crush it, but you should also keep the mass from the tablet under your tongue.
The course of treatment with this medication can be from several weeks to 3 months, depending on the severity of the disease, its course and the prescription of the attending physician. Only a specialist can adjust the dosage and timing of treatment.
For almost any disorder that is treated with this remedy, prem is 1 whole tablet 3 times a day.
Optimally - in the morning, at lunch and in the evening. In addition to treating overexertion in children, then the dosage is reduced to 2 times a day and the duration of treatment is shorter.
If there is such a need, the course of treatment with Eltacin can be repeated according to indications.
Overdose
Currently, no cases of overdose with this drug have been found.
Contraindications
There are only two contraindications for this product:
- age up to 11 years;
- individual intolerance to any substance included in the composition.
If you ignore these contraindications and take the drug, negative side effects may occur.
Side effects
In most cases, the medicine is well tolerated by patients and does not cause any side effects, but an allergic reaction is possible.
If any discomfort occurs during treatment, you must stop taking it and consult a doctor so that he finds out the cause and prescribes another drug.
During pregnancy
When a woman is pregnant or during breastfeeding, many medications are not prescribed due to the possible effect on the fetus and the mother herself.
Clinical studies have not yet been conducted in the treatment of eltacin, so doctors do not prescribe this drug, or use it in reduced dosages and with caution.
Interaction with other drugs
This drug is approved for simultaneous use with nitrates, ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, diuretics, such compatibility has been confirmed by studies.
Available from pharmacies.
Over-the-counter product.
Storage method and timing
You can use the drug for 2 years from the date of its release, after which the drug is considered expired and its use is prohibited (remember that expired drugs may not only not bring the desired result, but also cause harm).
Store out of direct sunlight at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees in a well-ventilated area.
Heart failure is a dysfunction of the heart when it is unable to provide adequate blood flow to organs and tissues. Find out how to recognize the disease in time and treat it:
Currently, a disease such as vegetative-vascular dystonia is considered a fairly common ailment that can radically change for the worse not only the performance of organs and systems of the human body, but also a person’s life as a whole. Currently, Eltacin, a remedy for VSD, is especially popular, the main characteristics of which we will discuss in this article.
Indications for use of the drug Eltacin
Vegetative-vascular dystonia can adversely affect the performance of many organs and systems of the human body. This disease has different forms and stages of development, but the symptoms in this case are manifested by a set of the same signs. It is important to take care of your health in advance by reviewing your lifestyle, nutrition and amount of physical activity. We should not forget about preventive measures, which include the use of the drug Eltacin, especially if we are talking about the patient’s hereditary predisposition to the occurrence of vegetative-vascular dystonia.
Eltacin for VSD is a drug that is taken in case of heart failure as an element of complex therapy. It is especially in demand among patients suffering from a disease such as vegetative-vascular dystonia.
The drug Eltacin for VSD in adults has a wide spectrum of action, which makes it possible to use it to treat numerous diseases. Its main effect is aimed at normalizing the central nervous system.
Particular effectiveness is achieved in the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia.
As for the use of the drug Eltacin to eliminate the disease, the opinions of experts in this case differ. Some believe that the product is extremely useful for patients and does not belong to the group of biologically active additives, while others, on the contrary, argue that the high cost characterizes the drug as just another marketing ploy on the part of the manufacturers. It should be noted that the cost of this drug varies between 100-200 rubles per package.
There are supporters that Eltacin, in the fight against vegetative-vascular dystonia, is capable of having a so-called psychosomatic effect on the patient’s body, however, this factor is still considered a positive quality of the drug, since the disease vegetative-vascular dystonia belongs specifically to this group of ailments.
Eltacin can be used for preventive purposes or on the recommendation of a specialist after the following abnormalities are detected in the human body:
- disorder or damage to the vegetative-vascular system;
- heart failure in childhood and adulthood;
- significant weakening of the body and overstrain (including mental);
- hypoxic syndromes;
- reduced presence of antioxidants;
- frequent lack of attention and ability to concentrate;
- fatigue of a constant and prolonged nature.
Please note that the duration of use and dosage are determined solely by the attending physician based on the results of the examination of the patient and his individual characteristics. In this case, this will protect the body from the process of self-medication, which can only lead to a worsening of the general condition and complication of the existing disease.
Composition and release form
The components that make up the drug Eltacin deserve special attention. Tablets include:
- L-cystine - this amino acid takes an active part in the formation of substances necessary for the normal functioning of the human body, for example, immunoglobulin, insulin and somatostatin. Due to this, so-called protection against the influence of toxic substances appears.
- L-glutamic acid is an amino acid that takes an active part in the processing of amino acids and the metabolic process. In addition, it is able to remove ammonia from the body.
- Glycine is an inexpensive type of amino acid that can activate the performance of the brain, while increasing attention and eliminating possible psycho-emotional stress, as well as irritability, and has an excellent effect on the body, increasing its overall performance. This component has a positive effect on the body by dilating blood vessels, which in turn prevents the possibility of a stroke and lowers blood pressure, returning it to normal limits, the same applies to blood sugar levels.
- auxiliary components methylcellulose and magnesium stearate.
The drug is available in the form of tablets (blister contains 30 tablets) that have a slightly yellowish tint. The blister is placed in a cardboard package, which also includes instructions. You can purchase this medicine without a prescription and at any pharmacy.
Effect of the drug Eltacin
The drug Eltacin is an antioxidant. Thanks to the components of its composition, the product is able to replenish the amount of intracellular glutadione and enzymes that depend on it. As a result of this effect, the redox process is normalized, and oxygen consumption is also regulated. This ensures active protection at the cellular level, and also increases their vital activity.
After using the drug Eltacin, the following positive changes in the body associated with autonomic function are observed:
- acceleration of the metabolic process;
- reducing the number of free radicals;
- increasing endurance of the cardiovascular system;
- the psychological and physical state of a person is restored, and, consequently, the quality of his life.
The instructions for the drug Eltacin state that before using the product you should familiarize yourself with the main contraindications.
Side effects and contraindications
The main contraindications for the use of the drug Eltacin include:
- individual intolerance to individual components of the composition;
- children under 11 years of age.
Adverse reactions include itching, rashes on the skin, and swelling of the tissues. All this is a consequence of an allergic reaction.
If such deviations are detected, you should immediately stop taking this drug and seek help from a specialist so that he can adjust the previously prescribed treatment.
As for the use of Eltacin during pregnancy and breastfeeding, in this case the drug is also extremely contraindicated, since the components of the composition can adversely affect the development of the fetus. As for childhood, if a diagnosis of vegetative-vascular dystonia is made, the drug can be prescribed to patients only from the age of 12. When using the drug Eltacin together with other drugs, no negative reaction was observed as a result of studies.
Analogs and patient reviews
It should be noted that in terms of its structural features and main active ingredient, Eltacin has no analogues. As for the general therapeutic effect, in this case there are several similar drugs, for example, Anaprilin, Afobazol, Mexidol, Spitomin, Phenazepam.
As a result of the use of the drug Eltacin in an adult patient, significant improvements in the general condition are observed, as evidenced by numerous reviews. Also among the reviews, a significant decrease in the manifestation of symptoms of the disease was revealed. It is important to pay attention to the fact that the effectiveness and positive effects of the product have been proven not only experimentally, but also by numerous laboratory studies. This should also include a minimum number of contraindications and side effects. Many patients note the ease of use of the remedy for VSD Eltacin, its increased effectiveness and the beneficial effects of all components of the composition.
Thus, to summarize all of the above, it should be concluded that today the drug Eltacin is considered the most effective remedy that can easily cope with such a serious disease as vegetative-vascular dystonia and return the patient and his body to normal performance and functionality.
Eltacin is a drug specially created to normalize the functioning of the myocardium - the heart muscle. It is a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce oxygen starvation of tissues. Eltacin normalizes the supply of oxygen to the cells of all organs and the myocardium, improving metabolic processes throughout the body.
According to reviews from cardiologists, Eltacin is an effective remedy for improving the quality of life of patients who suffer from impaired functioning of the cardiovascular system. In clinical practice, the drug has proven itself well in the treatment of autonomic dysfunction syndrome and chronic heart failure.
Eltacin contains equal proportions of 3 important substances for the body - glycine, cystine and glutamic acid, which are regulators of intracellular metabolism. The active components of the drug increase the level of activity of glutathione-dependent enzymes and the concentration of glutathione.
The enzyme component, in turn, normalizes oxidative and reduction processes, promoting a more intensive removal of oxygen from tissues, and reduces the number of free radicals dangerous to health.
Glycine. Helps relieve psycho-emotional stress, cope with vegetative-vascular disorders, improve mental performance, increase cognitive functions of the brain and reduce the load on the central nervous system. It protects cells from dangerous chemicals that are actively produced in the body during stress. Has anti-stress and nootropic effects.
Cystine. It has a wound-healing and expectorant effect, participates in the formation of skin tissue and skin appendages, and is a powerful antioxidant.
Glutamic acid. Effectively normalizes all types of metabolic processes in the body.
Thus, combining in one preparation, the amino acids glycine, cystine and glutamic acid potentiate each other’s effects (exhibit synergism) and very actively contribute to the normalization of redox processes in the body, utilizing oxidation products.
Release form:
Sublingual tablets 220 mg No. 30. Each tablet contains 70 mg of each of the above substances.
Eltacin has a multifaceted effect - the main action is directed primarily at the central nervous system and the autonomic system, as well as at metabolic processes in the myocardium. The body's defense systems against stress are directly related to the amino acid glycine, which has a stress-protective effect, improves memory and attention, and reduces psycho-emotional stress. Glutamic acid increases resistance to hypoxia, improves oxygen transport to tissues and its rational use.
Indications for use Eltacin
What does Eltacin help with? Indications for use (prescription) of the drug:
- Chronic heart failure class I-III in people over 18 years of age (acceptance is carried out against the background of standard therapy);
- Heart failure class I-II in children aged 12 to 18 years;
- Autonomic dysfunction in children 12 – 18 years old;
- Prevention of chronic physical overstrain and recovery after heavy physical exertion during sports activities in children from 11 to 15 years old.
As a result of taking the medication, the patient minimizes or completely disappears such unfavorable manifestations as:
– Fatigue;
– Shortness of breath;
– Rapid heartbeat;
– Tissue swelling;
– Arterial hypertension;
– Feeling of weakness, lethargy, drowsiness, fatigue.
Instructions for use Eltacin, dosage
Eltacin is intended for oral use only.
The tablet is taken sublingually. For chronic heart failure, both adults and children take one tablet three times a day. The duration of the course of treatment and the need to repeat it is determined directly by the attending physician. Typically, the duration of treatment is from one to three months.
To recover after physical activity, children aged 11–15 years are prescribed 1 tablet of Eltacin three times a day for 14 days.
Features of application
This drug is approved for simultaneous use with nitrates, ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, and diuretics. This compatibility has been confirmed in clinical studies and documented in the medical literature.
As clinical experience with the use of the drug shows, its use does not have a significant effect on concentration and the ability to drive vehicles.
Alcohol, like nicotine, negatively affects the functioning of the entire cardiovascular system as a whole, so during the treatment period it is advisable to give up smoking and drinking any alcoholic beverages.
Side effects of Eltacin, contraindications
Eltacin, according to most patients, is tolerated quite well. In rare cases, this drug may cause allergic reactions.
Overdose
There are no known cases of overdose. Based on the composition of the medication, it can be assumed that with the simultaneous use of a large number of Eltacin tablets, allergic reactions of the body may develop: the appearance of a rash, hyperemia of the skin, itching, burning, Quincke's edema.
Contraindications
Contraindications to the use of Eltacin are: hypersensitivity to the drug, children under 11 years of age (efficacy and safety have not been established).
Analogues of Eltacin, list of drugs
Analogs of Eltacin in terms of pharmacological action are the following drugs:
- Glycine;
- Glycine bio;
- Glycine forte;
- Glycised;
- Alka-Prim;
- Dimephosphone;
- Climact Hel;
- Corvaldin;
- Corvalol Forte;
- Kudesan;
- Lily of the valley tincture;
- Glutamic acid;
- Validol;
- Pumpan and other medicines.
Important - instructions for use of Eltacin, price and reviews do not apply to analogues and cannot be used as a guide to the use of drugs of similar composition or action. All therapeutic prescriptions must be made by a doctor. When replacing Eltacin with an analogue, it is important to consult a specialist; you may need to change the course of therapy, dosage, etc. Do not self-medicate!
Eltacin is very popular among cardiologists. It is most often prescribed for combination therapy of heart failure. Patients note the affordability of the drug and its effectiveness. In combination with other medications, Eltacin regulates the functioning of the heart, preventing relapses and complications.
Antioxidant drug. Eltacin ® is a combination drug that contains a mixture of non-essential amino acids: glycine, glutamic acid and cystine, which are metabolic regulators: increasing the intracellular concentration of glutathione and the activity of glutathione-dependent enzymes, normalizing redox processes and oxygen utilization in tissues, due to which the drug:
- exhibits antioxidant (reducing the content of free radicals, peroxide compounds, malondialdehyde) and antihypoxic (increasing the body's resistance to oxygen deficiency, enhancing the synthesis of adenosine triphosphoric acid (ATP)) effect;
- increases myocardial contractility;
- increases physical performance;
- improves the quality of life of patients with chronic heart failure (increasing social adaptation, improving psycho-emotional state);
- accelerates the recovery of performance after intense physical activity in children.
Release form
Sublingual tablets are round, biconvex, white or white with a yellowish tint with marbling elements.
Excipients: water-soluble methylcellulose 7.8 mg, magnesium stearate 2.2 mg.
30 pcs. - contour cell packaging (1) - cardboard packs.
Dosage
Sublingually. The tablet can also be chewed and held in the mouth under the tongue until completely dissolved.
Chronic heart failure of functional class I-III according to the NYHA classification in adults: 1 tablet. 3 times a day sublingually, the course of treatment is from 1 to 3 months depending on the severity of the disease, repeated courses are prescribed on the recommendation of a doctor.
Chronic heart failure of functional class I-II according to the NYHA classification in children aged 12 to 18 years: 1 tablet. 3 times a day sublingually, the course of treatment is from 1 to 3 months depending on the severity of the disease, repeated courses are prescribed on the recommendation of a doctor.
Autonomic dysfunction syndrome in children aged 12 to 18 years: 1 tablet. 3 times a day sublingually, the course of treatment is from 1 to 3 months depending on the severity of the disease, repeated courses are prescribed on the recommendation of a doctor.
Prevention of chronic physical overexertion in children aged 11 to 15 years: 1 tablet. 2 times/day for 2-3 weeks.
During the recovery period after intense physical activity when playing sports, children aged 11 to 15 years - 1 tablet. 3 times/day for 2 weeks.
Overdose
No data available.
Interaction
No information available.
Side effects
Allergic reactions are possible.
Indications
- chronic heart failure of functional class I-III according to the NYHA classification in adults (against the background of standard therapy);
- chronic heart failure of functional class I-II according to the NYHA classification in children aged 12 to 18 years (against the background of standard therapy);
- autonomic dysfunction syndrome in children aged 12 to 18 years;
- prevention of chronic physical overstrain and recovery after intense physical activity when playing sports in children aged 11 to 15 years.
Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to the drug;
- children under 11 years of age (efficacy and safety have not been established).
Features of application
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Clinical studies of the use of the drug in pregnant women and during lactation have not been conducted. Not recommended for use during pregnancy and lactation.Use in children
Contraindication: children under 11 years of age (efficacy and safety have not been established).
Special instructions
Can be taken simultaneously with ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, diuretics, aldosterone antagonists, organic nitrates and slow calcium channel blockers.
