Algerica instruction manual

Neurological diseases are a large group of diseases affecting the central and peripheral nervous system. It is known that it is the nervous system that is the regulator for the whole organism and when it affects, not only the brain structures, but also the body as a whole suffer. To treat the diseases of the nervous system is necessary under the supervision of a neurologist and only after the final diagnosis. One of the drugs used in neurology is Algerika, the instruction on which application informs that it is necessary to take this medicine only according to the doctor's prescription, strictly observing the dosages and the treatment course.

Description of the drug

Algerika is a drug from the group of anticonvulsants, which is used in the treatment of neurological diseases. The drug has a pronounced antiepileptic effect, it can stop epileptic seizures, reduce their frequency and severity. The mechanism of action of Algeric tablets is aimed at suppressing the processes of calcium transport inside nerve cells, with the subsequent decrease in electrical activity in the cerebral cortex.

The preparation is in the form of capsules for oral administration. The active component of Algeric is pregabalin in the amount of 25, 50, 75, 150 and 300 mg, as well as auxiliary components. Packaging with the preparation contains a blister of 7 capsules. In pharmacies, the drug is dispensed by prescription.

Reviews of those who took Algerian ambiguous. Some people write about the high effectiveness of the drug, while others say that after taking it, the condition worsened, side effects of drugs, which are many. Given that Algerika treat strong drugs, its administration can be prescribed only by a doctor and only according to the indications.

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Pharmacological properties of

The active component of the drug, pregabalin, is a structural analogue of gamma-aminobutyric acid. It has the ability to bind to the calcium channels in the central nervous system, block impulses that provoke vasoconstriction and the development of an epileptic fit.

Administration of the drug can enhance the activity of inhibitory neurons, reduce the excitation of neurons, thereby preventing the occurrence of seizures. The active component of the drug has the ability not to have a pathological effect on the central nervous system. Likewise has similar properties( see video).

Indications for use

The following are the main indications for the use of the Algeric drug:

• neuropathic pain of varying intensity in adults;
• complex treatment of epilepsy;
• anxiety disorders;
• fibromyalgia in adults.

The drug should be taken only strictly according to the indications and only on the prescription of the doctor, who will be able to determine the dose of the medicine, the course of admission.

How to use

Instruction for use Algerika informs that the appointment and reception of capsules, the choice of dose should remain with the attending physician depending on the diagnosis, individual characteristics of the organism. In general, the daily dose of the drug is 150 - 600 mg. Capsules are divided into 2 or 3 doses, washed with a sufficient amount of water.

When taking capsules, you need to give up driving. Some patients may have decreased vision, but this is only if a person takes this medication for a long time. Algeric Capsules belong to potent drugs, so their intake should be strictly according to the doctor's prescription. Some sources say that taking the drug can cause drug addiction, there is also information that Algeric is taken by drug addicts when "breaking" occurs. That's why this drug in pharmacies is released strictly according to the prescription.

Contraindications and side effects:

• individual intolerance of the composition;
• period of pregnancy and lactation;
• age to 18 years;
• disrupting kidney function;
• old age;
• diabetes;
• encephalopathy;
• drug dependence.

Important! Long-term use of the drug may cause dependence, so the treatment course should be short, with strict adherence to dosage.

Algerika has a lot of contraindications, so take them with caution. Most often after taking the capsule, the following symptoms may appear:

• headache and dizziness;
• increased drowsiness, loss of strength;
• confusion;
• tremor;
• nausea, vomiting;
• pain in the abdomen;
• decreased visual acuity;
• cardiac rhythm disturbance.

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If the above symptoms appear, a person should consult a doctor who can adjust the dosage or cancel the medication and prescribe analogues by the mechanism of action.

Analogues, the price of

Algeric capsules have a relatively high cost, so many are looking for cheaper analogs with the same mechanism of action and active components. Analogues of Algeria include such drugs as Pregabalin-Canon, Lyrics, Prabegin. Any of the analogs can be used only for the doctor's prescription, strictly observing the dosage of the drug.

Price Alergics directly depends on the dose of the drug. Buying a drug on the Internet, you can save a few hundred rubles, but in such cases, nobody is responsible for the quality of the medication. Algerika 300 mg - the price in pharmacies is more than 1500 rubles per 1 packing. If you buy Algerika 150 mg - the price will not exceed 1000 rubles per package.