Artichoke Extract

Pharmacological properties

pharmacological properties are due to the action of a complex of biologically active substances that are part of the leaves of the artichoke field. It has a choleretic, hepatoprotective and diuretic effect, and also reduces the urea content in the blood. inulin and other substances contained in the artichoke improve metabolic processes in the body.

Pharmacokinetics The action of the drug Artichol is the combined action of its components, so kinetic observations are not possible; collectively, components cannot be traced using markers or bioassays. For the same reason, it is also impossible to identify metabolites of the drug.

Indications

Chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, chronic non-calculous cholecystitis, biliary dyskinesia according to the hypokinetic type, chronic nephritis, chronic kidney disease.

Application

Use inside adults and children over 6 years of age. take before meals.

In adults and children over the age of 12 years, 200-400 mg 3 times a day are used.

In children aged 6-12 years - 200 mg 3 times a day.

The course of treatment is determined by the doctor individually, depending on the nature and course of the disease. As a rule, the course of treatment is 2-3 weeks. Repeated courses of treatment are possible after consultation with the doctor.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, to plants of the asteraceae family (Compositae), obstruction of the biliary tract, cholangitis, suppuration (empyema) of the gallbladder, gallstone disease or other diseases of the biliary tract, acute liver disease, severe liver failure; urinary obstruction, acute kidney disease.

Side effects

In the case of prolonged use of the drug in high doses, diarrhea, as well as abdominal cramps, nausea and heartburn are possible.

Allergic reactions are possible, including urticaria, skin rash, hyperemia, itching.

special instructions

The drug is used with caution in diseases that can lead to obstruction of the biliary tract, and in severe liver diseases. in case of diarrhea or abdominal pain, treatment with the drug should be discontinued and consult a doctor.

Use during pregnancy and lactation. During pregnancy and lactation, the drug is used only as prescribed by the doctor if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or child.

Children. Apply to children from 6 years old as prescribed by a doctor.

The ability to influence the reaction rate when driving vehicles or working with other mechanisms. Does not affect.

Interactions

Unknown.

Overdose

Possible increased side effects.

Storage conditions

In the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.