Analogues of "Odeston". "Odeston": instructions for use, reviews, analogues
Odeston belongs to the group of cholagoguespreparations. It is actively used in a number of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. What are the characteristics of this drug? What effect does he have and do he have analogues?
Form release and active ingredient
The preparation is available in the form of tablets havingflat-cylindrical shape. Color varies from white to yellowish, and on one side there is an engraving Ch. Active substance is gimecromone, which has a choleretic effect. In addition to stimulating the formation of bile, it helps to relax the muscles of the duct and sphincter of Oddi (spasmolytic effect). Due to this, there is no stagnation of bile, the digestive function is regulated. An additional effect of the drug is to prevent the crystallization of cholesterol, which prevents the formation of cholesterol stones and the development of cholelithiasis. Tablets for parenteral administration have a sufficiently high bioavailability - they are rapidly absorbed into the digestive tract and have their effect. The drug is excreted from the body by the kidneys. Often, doctors appoint "Odeston". Its price is 300-360 rubles for 20 tablets. However, it is possible to find a choleretic agent with a lower cost.
Indications
This drug and Odeston analogues are used in gastroenterological practice. It is prescribed for such pathologies:
- dyskinesia of the sphincter of Oddi;
- dyskinesia of the bile duct;
- non-calculous cholecystitis is a chronic form;
- cholelithiasis;
- intervention on the gallbladder;
- cholangitis;
- nausea and vomiting due to hypoxecretion of bile.
Frequently used "Odeston" in pancreatitis.
When is contraindicated?
Absolute contraindication ishypersensitivity to the components of the drug. The increased secretion of bile after taking the drug makes the drug prohibited for admission when the duct becomes obturated. Also, do not prescribe it for ulcerative lesions, Crohn's disease, hemophilia. "Odeston" is contraindicated in cases of severe renal or hepatic insufficiency and at the age of 18 years.
At the moment, there is no precise information on the impact ofon the fetus in the treatment of "Odeston" pregnant women. There is no direct teratogenic effect, but nevertheless one should avoid prescribing during pregnancy and lactation, since safety data are not proven. Vegetable analogues of "Odeston" have fewer contraindications.
Side effects
The drug in the presence of hypersensitivity cancause an allergic reaction, which, as a rule, manifests a skin rash and itching. Also, flatulence, abdominal pain syndrome and headache are possible. With prolonged use, the drug can provoke ulceration of the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract.
"Odeston": instructions, reviews
The medication is prescribed 30 minutes before meals. As a rule, adults are recommended to use 200-400 mg of "Odeston" 2 times / day. Thus, the daily dosage should not exceed 1200 mg. The medication is not intended for long-term use - the course of therapy is usually 2 weeks. Before taking, always consult with your doctor who will choose an individual dosage based on the patient's condition.
The drug has mostly positive reviews. It helps to improve the condition of patients with gastrointestinal diseases, while preventing the occurrence of serious complications. Patients noted improvement in digestion and alleviation of symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
Interaction with other drugs
"Odeston" is incompatible with metoclopramide, sincewith the joint administration of these drugs, a two-way reduction in the effect occurs. Also, it should not be combined with indirect anticoagulants: the effect of the latter is greatly enhanced. This threatens the development of hemorrhagic phenomena. The effect of gimecromone decreases when the drug is taken together with morphine.
Analogues of "Odeston"
This name was given to drugs that havegiven a similar action. With their help, you can replace the medicine, but before that it is better to talk with a doctor. Perhaps the replacement of the drug with an analog is inadmissible in this clinical situation. Similar drugs have practically the same indications. "Odeston" has several analogues.
Hofitol
The drug is a plant - its basisdraws from artichoke field. The drug has not only a choleretic effect, it also helps restore liver cells and has a mild diuretic effect. Also thanks to "Hofitol" the production of liver enzymes is normalized, which improves the cholesterol and fat metabolism. The composition contains vitamins B1, B2 and C, which further stimulates metabolism. Vegetable origin allows the drug to be used at any age. Among the contraindications to this drug - hypersensitivity, obstruction of the duct stone or tumor, as well as acute forms of liver, gallbladder, kidney. It should be cautiously prescribed "Hofitol" to people with renal and hepatic insufficiency. Some analogues of "Odeston" have a lower cost. So the price for 60 tablets of "Hofitol" is 220-300 rubles.
Allochol
This medicine, like the previous one, containsvegetable components. Its composition is animal dry bile, extracts of nettle and garlic and activated charcoal. The drug has a pronounced choleretic effect, normalizes the production of bile and prevents the formation of concrements. In addition, there is a stimulation of secretion of other organs of the digestive system. The drug is also used for chronic hepatitis, uncomplicated cholelithiasis, initial cirrhosis, after removal of the gallbladder. Unlike the drug "Odeston" the price is 30-50 rubles for 24 tablets.
Cholagogue preparations are necessary for violationoutflow of bile. However, they are contraindicated in the absence of excretion of bile due to obturation. In this case, another treatment is required. Any pathology of the digestive and other systems requires medical intervention, so therapy should be agreed with a specialist.
