Uses of Acedanyl

Acedanyl drug has the main ingredient is Acetyl leucin 500 mg, belongs to the group of psychotropic drugs. Acedanyl is commonly used in the treatment of dizziness and as an aid in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. Understanding general information such as composition, indications, contraindications, dosage and side effects of Acedanyl will help patients and their families improve the effectiveness of treatment.

1. What is Acedanyl?

Acedanyl medicine is prepared under tablets, with the main ingredients including:
Active ingredient: Acetyl leucin (Acetyl-DL-leucine) content 500 mg. Excipients: Just enough for 1 tablet of 500 mg. Acetyl-DL-leucine acts directly on the vestibular cells of the central nervous system at a moderate level, through acting on neurons under abnormal conditions such as depolarization or hyperpolarization, from which restores central cochlear vestibular neurons to their normal resting electrode state.

2. What effect does Acedanyl have?

Acedanyl is indicated for the treatment of dizziness and as an adjunct in the treatment of nausea and vomiting in drug poisoning, food poisoning, hypertension, digestive disorders or visceral edema, or in any other condition. Any medical condition...
However, in the following cases, Acedanyl is not allowed to be prescribed:
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in Acedanyl. History of allergy to other drugs containing the active ingredient Acetyl-DL-leucine. Pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding.

3. Dosage and how to use Acedanyl

Dosage
Adults
Recommended dose: Take 2 tablets (1000 mg)/time x 2 times/day with breakfast and dinner. Increase dose: Take 3-4 tablets (1500-2000 mg)/time x 2 times/day. Duration of treatment: From 10 to 5 or 6 weeks depending on the patient's response. Children
Not recommended for use

4. Side effects encountered when using Acedanyl

Using drugs containing the active ingredient Acetyl leucin usually has less side effects. However, using Acedanyl in high doses or for a long time can cause side effects as follows:
Rare: Mild gastrointestinal disorders such as anorexia, dyspepsia. Hypersensitivity such as rash, red skin, urticaria, rash, the most severe can lead to anaphylaxis. Mild neurological disturbances such as dizziness, headache, somnolence and decreased vision. Should stop the drug when detecting the above side effects or other unusual symptoms after taking Acedanyl, and promptly inform the treating doctor about the use of Acedanyl or go to the nearest medical center. to be dealt with in a timely manner.

5. Note the use of Acedanyl in the following subjects

Acedanyl should be used with caution in children, because studies on its safety are still limited. Pregnancy: Studies on the harmful effects of Acetyl-DL-leucine contained in Acedanyl in pregnant women are rather limited. Therefore, only use Acedanyl on this subject when absolutely necessary. Lactation: There are no reliable studies on whether Acetyl-DL-leucine passes into breast milk. Therefore, avoid the use of Acedanyl in lactating women. Drivers or workers who operate machinery are often less likely to experience side effects such as dizziness, headache, drowsiness and vision loss... after using Acedanyl.

6. Acedanyl drug interactions

There are no drug interaction studies between Acedanyl and other drugs. However, patients and family members need to provide information about the drugs, supplements and herbs being used to get specific advice from the treating doctor about possible harmful interactions.
Above is basic information about ingredients, indications, contraindications, dosage and notes when using Acedanyl. Patients and relatives should carefully read the instructions for use of Acedanyl, and strictly follow the instructions of the treating doctor to get the best treatment effect.
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