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Zinaxin
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Zinaxin is used to treat diseases associated with the organs of the ODA.
Indications of the zinaksina
It is used to eliminate stiffness and pain in the joints, which are provoked by the development of osteochondrosis or osteoarthritis (as an element of a combined treatment course).
Release form
The release takes place in capsules, in the amount of 30 pieces inside the blister pack. In a separate pack contains 1-2 such blisters.
Pharmacodynamics
The effect of the active components contained in the drug is achieved by slowing down the elements of COX and 5-lipoxygenase, and in addition to decreasing the negative effect of the increased tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) factor. As a result, an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect develops that persists for a long time.
Dosing and administration
The size and the scheme of taking doses in adolescents from 12 years and adults - 1 capsule twice a day with food. It is required to drink the medicine with water. The treatment course usually lasts 6-12 weeks.
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Use of the zinaksina during pregnancy
It is necessary to refuse from taking Zinaksin during pregnancy or lactation.
Contraindications
Contraindications are hypersensitivity to medicinal elements of the drug, as well as children's age less than 12 years.
Side effects of the zinaksina
Often, the medicine is transferred well enough, although in some cases, there may be dyspeptic manifestations, belching, discomfort inside the gastrointestinal tract, and nausea. In the presence of the above-described violations in a period of more than 2 weeks, consult a doctor.
People who are hypersensitive to the active elements of drugs can develop allergic manifestations.
Storage conditions
Zinaxin must be kept out of the reach of children. The temperature level is not more than 25 ° С.
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Special instructions
Reviews
Zinaksin has a heterogeneous, but generally satisfactory assessment of its effectiveness in the treatment. There are both reviews of its high effectiveness, and complaints that the drug had absolutely no drug effect. This fact can be associated with individual characteristics of sensitivity or the effect of placebo.
There were no reviews of the development of side effects.
Shelf life
Zinaxin is allowed to be used in the period of 2 years from the date of release of the drug.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Zinaxin" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.