Uses of Laknitil


Laknitil belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs, which are prepared in the form of intravenous injection. The main ingredient of the drug is L-Ornithin L-Aspartate is indicated in the treatment of acute and chronic liver disease accompanied by hepatic coma and hepatic pre-coma. However, Laknitil can cause some side effects during treatment such as burning in the larynx, nausea... Therefore, patients need to learn carefully about Laknitil drug information before using it.

1. Mechanism of action of the drug Laknitil

The main ingredient of Laknitil is L-Ornithin L-Aspartate in the stable salt form of two amino acids ornithine and aspartic acid. These two compounds are indicated in acute and chronic liver diseases such as cirrhosis, fatty liver, hepatitis, associated with elevated blood ammonia, especially with neurological complications such as hepatic encephalopathy. Mechanism of action Laknitil stimulates the synthesis of the urea ring and glutamine, which plays an important role in the detoxification mechanism of ammonia.

2. Indications and contraindications to the use of Laknitil


What does Laknitil do? The drug is indicated in the treatment of cases of acute liver disease or chronic liver disease. Pathology may be accompanied by hepatic coma and hepatic pre-coma. In addition, Laknitil can be used to treat cases of hyperammonemia in liver diseases such as acute and chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver, hepatic encephalopathy.
However, Laknitil is also contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the drug's ingredients, patients with lactic acidosis, methanol intoxication, fructose sorbitol intolerance, fructose 16 diphosphastase deficiency.

3. Dosage and how to use Laknitil

Laknitil is used in the treatment of acute or chronic hepatitis with the usual dose of 1 to 2 ampoules by slow intravenous injection per day. Then continue to do it for the next 3 to 4 weeks. In case of severe disease, the dose of Laknitil can be increased to 4 ampoules per day.
Note: The recommended dose of Laknitil is for reference only. Therefore, before using Laknitil, patients need to follow the doctor's instructions.

4. Side effects when using Laknitil


Laknitil medicine may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case, Laknitil side effects can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Laknitil include: phlebitis and thrombophlebitis, common clinical and systemic adverse reactions may all be related to the composition of Camtax drug with signs and symptoms. Symptoms such as itching, urticaria, fever, nausea, vomiting, etc. These side effects may occur at the beginning of treatment or after increasing the dose of Laknitil. Usually, side effects from Laknitil can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Laknitil can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear after just a few minutes of using Laknitil or longer within a few days. When serious side effects appear with side effects on the central nervous system such as burning sensation in the larynx... the patient should stop using Laknitil and go to a medical facility for medical support. right away.
Some notes during the use of Laknitil:
For women who are pregnant and nursing, caution should be exercised when using Laknitil and may be advised to avoid using this drug. Patients should be advised to use Laknitil from their doctor, and carefully analyze the benefits and risks before using the drug. Laknitil may change how it works and increase its side effects. Therefore, in order to avoid Laknitil drug interactions, patients should provide their doctor with a list of previously used drugs, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbs,... When using Laknitil, it should be kept in mind. Watch for signs of an allergic reaction to the drug. Patients should report their reactions to their doctor so that they can be treated promptly. In case of using Laknitil in high doses, it is necessary to regularly check the concentration of the drug in the blood and urine. Note when cutting the ampoule, to avoid the risk of glass fragments from the bottle mixed with the drug solution. . This can have adverse effects on the patient's health. Laknitil may interact with food and beverages. Therefore, when using Laknitil, you should avoid foods or alcohol, tobacco... Because they can cause antagonism or synergism with these ingredients, affecting the effectiveness of the drug. Above is all information about Laknitil medicine, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Note, Laknitil is a prescription drug, so patients should absolutely not self-medicate at home because they may experience unwanted side effects.

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