Pharmacology and pharmacodynamics
As already mentioned, Validol has a sedative and vasodilator effect. Thanks to the influence of the active components, there is an improvement in peripheral blood circulation, pain and discomfort disappear, and a calming effect on the central nervous system is exerted. The drug is actively used for various diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
The active elements are very quickly absorbed in the oral cavity and after 3-5 minutes their highest content is noted in the general bloodstream. The effect of taking it can be observed within 5-7 minutes.
Side effects
allergic manifestations may occur , including itching / rash on the skin, Quincke's edema and urticaria .
The use of validol in large dosages and over a long period of time can lead to lacrimation , dizziness and nausea . These manifestations usually disappear when dosages are reduced or therapy is temporarily discontinued.
How to take Validol correctly
Before using the drug, you need to make sure that there are no contraindications and that allergies will not appear.
Capsules and tablets should be placed under the tongue and held until the medicine is completely absorbed. You can take 1 tablet or 1 capsule at a time. 3-4 doses per day are allowed. The maximum permissible dose per day is 12 capsules or 10 tablets. The duration of the treatment course should not exceed 10 days. If no result is observed after taking it, then you should consider taking other medications.
Compound
According to Wikipedia, the INN (international nonproprietary name) of Validol is levomenthol solution in menthylisovalerate , chemical formula is C15H28O2.
Composition of Validol tablets: 60 mg of levomenthol solution in menthylisovalerate - the active ingredient. Additional components: calcium stearate, sucrose.
Composition of Validol in capsules: 50 mg or 100 mg of levomenthol solution in menthylisovalerate - the active ingredient. Additional ingredients: pharmaceutical gelatin, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, glycerol , propyl parahydroxybenzoate, purified water.
Adverse reactions and overdose
Due to individual intolerance to the components, an allergic reaction may occur, manifested by a rash, itching or hives.
If you take the medicine in excessive doses over a long period, there may be a deterioration in the condition, accompanied by nausea, dizziness, and watery eyes. Such signs are not dangerous and disappear immediately as soon as the dose is reduced to an acceptable value. Or you can stop taking it for a while.
An overdose may lower blood pressure or increase the likelihood of unwanted reactions.
An overdose can enhance the good and bad effects of taking the drug. There may be deterioration in heart function, severe pain in the head, nausea followed by vomiting, agitation, and suppression of the functions of the central nervous system.
In this case, it is advisable to begin symptomatic therapy.
Indications for use of Validol
Indications for use of Validol are:
- states of hysteria ;
- functional cardialgia ;
- various neuroses ;
- sensations of headaches ,
- arising during nitrate ;
- motion sickness syndrome (including symptoms of nausea / vomiting due to air and/or seasickness ).
special instructions
Shelf life – 24-36 months (depending on the manufacturer). It should be stored in a dark place at a temperature of 9-16 degrees.
It is not recommended to take the drug in parallel with alcoholic beverages, since alcohol can have a suppressive effect on the central nervous system, which can lead to more severe adverse reactions.
If you use Validol together with psychotropic drugs, the effectiveness of the latter will increase.
After taking it, you should stop driving for a while.
What does Validol help with?
Many people know about the effect of the drug, but self-medication is not recommended. A doctor's consultation is required before use.
Most often, Validol is prescribed in the presence of the following conditions and diseases:
- cardialgia;
- angina pectoris;
- disruption of the central nervous system;
- states of hysteria;
- headaches caused by the use of nitrates.
It is also effective against motion sickness. This condition is manifested by nausea and vomiting.
Analogs
If the patient cannot take Validol, he may consider taking analogues.
These include:
Kratal. It is considered an expensive drug. It has an antioxidant, cardiotonic and antihypoxic effect.
Tonginal. It is also an expensive analogue. It has a complex homeopathic effect.
Pumpan. Available in the form of solution and tablets. Has metabolic, cardiotonic effects. Helps normalize heart rhythm and maintain normal blood pressure.
Instenon. The action of the drug is aimed at stabilizing blood circulation in the brain and improving brain metabolism.
Contraindications
Before taking Validol tablets or capsules, you must familiarize yourself with the contraindications to their use, which include personal hypersensitivity to the ingredients of the dosage form of the drug and the pathology of sugar intolerance (if they are present in the dosage form).
sucrose as an additional component , which is why Validol tablets should be taken with caution by people suffering from diabetes .
Validol price, where to buy
The price of Validol, depending on the manufacturer and the number of tablets or capsules in secondary packaging, varies slightly, but still remains affordable for any consumer, since you can buy 10 tablets or capsules of the drug for 30-40 rubles.
- Online pharmacies in RussiaRussia
- Online pharmacies in UkraineUkraine
- Online pharmacies in KazakhstanKazakhstan
ZdravCity
- Validol tablets 60 mg 16 pcs. AO Update PFK
90 rub. order - Validol sublingual tablets 60 mg 10 pcs. JSC Tatkhimfarmpreparaty
35 rub. order
- Validol tablets 60 mg 10 pcs. JSC Marbiopharm
34 RUR order
- Validol capsules 50 mg 40 pcs. Lumi LLC
70 rub. order
- Validol tab. 60 mg n10 JSC Pharmstandard (ICN) Leksredstva Kursk
43 RUR order
Pharmacy Dialogue
- Validol with glucose (tab. 60 mg No. 10) FS.-Leksredstva
41 rub. order
- Validol (tablet. 60 mg No. 10) Usolye-Sibirsky CFC
34 RUR order
- Validol (caps. 50 mg No. 40) Meligen FP CJSC
54 RUR order
- Validol (tablet. 60 mg No. 8)Update of PFC CJSC
65 rub. order
- Validol (caps. 50 mg No. 20) Meligen FP CJSC
34 RUR order
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- Validol 0.06 g N10 tablets PAT "Lubnipharm", Ukraine
3 UAH. order - Validol Darnitsa No. 10 tablets PrAT” Pharmaceutical company “Darnitsa”, Ukraine
4 UAH order
- Validol 0.06 g No. 10 tablets PAT "Farmak", Ukraine
4 UAH order
- Validol Darnitsa No. 6 tablets PrAT” Pharmaceutical company “Darnitsa”, Ukraine
3 UAH order
PaniPharmacy
- Validol tablets Validol tablets. 0.06g No. 10 Ukraine, Darnitsa ChAO
5 UAH order
- Validol tablets 0.06g No. 10 Ukraine, Farmak
4 UAH order
- Validol tablets Validol tablets. 6mg No. 10 Ukraine, Lubnyfarm PJSC
4 UAH order
- Validol tablets Validol tablets. 0.06g No. 6 Ukraine, Darnitsa ChAO
3 UAH order
- Validol tablets Validol tablets. 0.06g No. 6 Ukraine, Lubnyfarm PJSC
2 UAH order
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Reviews about Validol
The vast majority of people leave purely positive reviews about Validol, especially when this drug is used occasionally to relieve various anxiety , stress or other similar conditions. Also, this medicine copes well with headaches nitrate therapy , and is a weak hypnotic and hypotonic .
Validol during pregnancy and lactation
The question of whether pregnant or breastfeeding women can take sedatives should be considered on a case-by-case basis, with the understanding that even when a single dose of a minimal dose of a sedative is completely normal, continued use may cause harm to the fetus, mother or breastfeeding child. to kid. In this regard, deciding whether Validol can be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding should be left to the consideration of the attending physician.
Interaction
Parallel use with opioid analgesics , psychotropic drugs , ethanol-containing drugs and anesthesia drugs increases their effects.
Combined use with nitrates reduces the feeling of headache that occurs during their use.
Combined use with antihypertensive drugs may potentiate their effectiveness.
