What does Avarino do?

Avarino is a combination of two drugs that enhances the therapeutic effect. Drugs acting on the gastrointestinal tract, used in the treatment of symptoms such as flatulence, abdominal distention, indigestion and pain in the epigastrium.

The active ingredients in Avarino are Simethicone and Alverine citrate. The drug acts on the gastrointestinal tract to help relieve symptoms of digestive disorders in irritable bowel syndrome and reduce symptoms of bloating. The drug is in the form of soft capsules.
Avarino drug has the properties of action thanks to the combination of two components alverine citrate and simethicone.
In which, Alverine Citrate is a muscle-directed antispasmodic and it inhibits the effects of agents that cause smooth muscle contraction. After oral administration, Alverine citrate is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and then rapidly metabolized to the active substance. When peak plasma concentrations are reached, it is then metabolized to inactive substances and excreted in the urine. Simethicone: This is a liquid silicone. Simethicone creates a protective film, which reduces bloating and abdominal distention through its anti-foaming and anti-wetting effects, and simethicone reduces bloating caused by air bubbles. Simethicone is physiologically inert, it is almost not absorbed into the bloodstream from the gastrointestinal tract or affects gastric secretion, nor does it interfere with the absorption of nutrients. After oral administration, the drug is eliminated from the gastrointestinal tract as unchanged drug.

Avarino is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment to relieve symptoms of digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome. Relieves symptoms of abdominal discomfort such as flatulence, abdominal distension, feeling of indigestion, feeling of pressure and tension due to bloating in the epigastrium, epigastric pain. Do not use Avarino in the following cases:
The patient has a history of hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug. Patients with intestinal obstruction due to causes or paralytic ileus: When taking the drug increases the intestinal obstruction. People with loss of colon tone. Pregnant and lactating women, children under 12 years old do not use. Should be used with caution in patients with low blood pressure, if not absolutely necessary, should not be used. Because of its smooth muscle spasm-relieving properties, it can cause hypotensive side effects.

How to use: Avarino drug is prepared in the form of soft capsules, should be taken orally with water, do not chew the tablet. The drug is usually taken after meals.
Dosage: For adults use 1 tablet / time and take 1 to 3 times a day. Or you can take another dose as directed by your doctor in specific cases.

To ensure safety, before taking Avarino you should pay attention to the following:
You should inform your doctor or pharmacist about any history of allergy to the drug's ingredients or other drugs, if any. Side effects: Some side effects have been reported such as nausea, headache, skin itching, rash, dizziness and low blood pressure or cause a temporary drop in blood pressure. time. In addition, although rare, cases of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, can occur. You should notify your doctor when you have side effects or if anaphylaxis occurs with signs of difficulty breathing, angioedema, rapid strength, low blood pressure, ... need to go to the nearest medical facility for treatment. timely handling. Note if overdose will cause hypotension and toxicity. Treatment for hypotension and toxicity should be similar to that of atropine poisoning. Store the medicine in a cool place, the storage temperature is below 25 degrees Celsius, avoid direct sunlight and keep out of reach of children. Avarino 300mg is used to treat mainly gas bloating. To use this medicine safely and effectively, you should consult your pharmacist or doctor before taking it.