Modern medicine is looking for effective ways to improve a person and prolong his life. The answer to such questions was sought in ancient Egypt and Greece. Then they used a primitive powder based on coal. It was used both internally and for the treatment of open wounds. The Slavs also possessed knowledge about the action of such a powder. An interesting historical fact is that when Alexander Nevsky was poisoned, his life was saved by a healer who gave him powder based on birch charcoal. Bran steamed with boiling water, minerals and herbs with similar properties were also widely used. Subsequently, a theoretical substantiation of the sorption qualities of coal and silicon compounds was carried out. These substances act directly in the gastrointestinal tract, absorbing harmful substances and neutralizing toxins. Next, consider everything in order.
Definition
Enterosorbents are active substances that bind and retain all toxic and poisonous elements. They also absorb harmful microflora and its metabolic products, which are subsequently excreted naturally fromorganism. Enterosorbents are drugs that reduce the likelihood of allergic reactions in the body, are effective against dysbacteriosis, improve metabolism and act positively on the immune system as a whole. The advantage of taking them is to minimize contraindications and side effects. It also includes ease of use and fast action. Activated charcoal is a well-known and popular indicated substance.
How to apply?
Enterosorbents are drugs that are taken on an individual basis. That is, depending on the situation. Of course, the attending physician should ideally recommend the drug and dosage. This is important to remember.
In case of allergic reactions to one or another product or poisoning, enterosorbents should be taken (drugs will be named below) in the first hours after the onset of the corresponding symptoms. You can eat only after a certain time. Namely, after 1, 5-2 hours after taking enterosorbents. The dosage of drugs is determined by the weight of the person. Do not take other medicines along with sorbents. Since this significantly weakens their effect.
Enterosorbents (drugs for children must be prescribed by a doctor) can be used for people of all ages.
Composition of these drugs
In the 70-80s of the last century, only activated carbon was known from enterosorbents. To date, their list has expanded significantly. All drugs of this type in composition andorigin are divided into three distinct groups. Namely:
- Carbon. This category is characterized by various chemical modifications of coal.
- Silicon. This group includes sorbents that cleanse the body. They are characterized by the presence of organosilicon components. These are drugs "Enterosgel", "Smecta", "Polysorb" and alumina.
- Organic. This includes the tool "Multisorb" and other similar drugs. This group is obtained using an activated food-type natural fiber concentrate. More precisely, from lignin, cellulose, chitin, pectin, or seaweed. They are absolutely safe and have a pleasant taste.
Since the Soviet times, sorbents based on coal and silicon have been very popular in Russia. These are inexpensive effective drugs. The niche of organic sorbents is underestimated. Such substances are quickly excreted from the body. By increasing their volume in the intestines, they improve its motility.
Enterosorbents (preparations): list of properties
In this case, the following is taken into account:
- Such drugs are not toxic to the human body. When broken down in the gastrointestinal tract, they are not harmful.
- These drugs ideally absorb only harmful substances. Not vitamins and minerals.
- Enterosorbents are completely eliminated from the intestines.
- Convenient shape and neutral taste of the drug.
- Wide spectrum.
How to choose?
BCurrently, enterosorbents are drugs presented in a rather large assortment. Their manufacturers are competing with each other. There are various enterosorbents. How to choose them, we will consider in this paragraph.
In each specific case, the sorption capacity of the drug should be taken into account. This parameter is quite significant. They imply exactly what amount of a harmful substance the sorbent is able to absorb per unit area of contact and body weight (indirectly). Modern enterosorbents, reviews of which are positive, are widely used to treat a number of diseases.
In therapy, they are used in certain cases. Namely, with diseases such as:
- Chronic and acute renal failure.
- Burn toxicosis.
- Acute poisoning.
- Diseases of the biliary tract and liver.
- Peritonitis.
- Chronic and acute pancreatitis.
- Sepsis and wound infections.
- Acute Radiation Sickness
- Alcoholism and drug addiction.
- Bronchial asthma.
- As well as cancer, skin, cardiovascular and some autoimmune diseases.
The course of using enterosorbents in these cases is prescribed exclusively by a doctor. This is important to remember.
In clinical conditions, sorbents are used, which are based on activated carbon. These are drugs such as Gastrosorb, Carbactin, Karbolen.
Quite broad indications haveenterosorbents based on lignin. These are Filtrum, Lignosorb, Polyphepan.
Polymethylsiloxane type polymers stand out as a separate group. These are such means as "Smecta", "Smectite", "Enterosgel".
It should also be noted that enterosorbents (drugs) for allergies are prescribed quite often. They make it easier to flow.
Super-fine silicon dioxides are widely used. Namely, white coal. Aluminum hydroxides also have similar properties. These are Sucralfat, Gastal, Almagel.
There are practically no contraindications for natural dietary fibers contained in cereals, bran, pectins.
At home, enterosorbents are excellent for poisoning, and they can also help normalize well-being when symptoms of weakness, diarrhea, nausea, general malaise, and fever appear.
Summary of essential drugs
In this case it is:
- Preparation "Activated carbon". It is produced in tablets. Widely used for poisoning. It should be washed down with plenty of water.
- Drug "Sorbeks". This is the same activated charcoal, only in capsules.
- White coal. It is produced in the form of powder, suspension, tablets, granules. Dosage per day: 3-4 times 3-4 tablets. For suspension - 100 gr. per 1 kg of body weight, in three or four doses.
- Preparation "Polysorb" - enterosorbent. This is a drug that comes in the form of a powder. Applied at 150-200mg per 1 kg of body weight 3-4 times a day.
- Means "Atoxil". Available in powder form. Accepted at 1500-200 mg per kilogram of live weight.
- Medication "Smekta". This is a medicinal product of natural origin. Apply 9-12 g per day.
- Drug "Polypefan". This is a medicinal product. It is produced in powder form. The main active ingredient is hydrolytic lignin. Dosage: 0.5-1 g per kilogram of weight in 3 divided doses.
- Means "Enterosgel". Available in powder form. Dosage: 22 grams three times a day.
Food enterosorbents
Let's consider this item in more detail. In general, enterosorbents are part of many food products. Namely:
- Bran. This is an enterosorbent, but not medicinal. They have a lot of dietary fiber and B vitamins. You can buy regular bran in various stores and pharmacies. Bran is added to various dishes - bread, cereals, soups, or simply consumed with kefir or yogurt.
- Algae and fruits are rich in the polysaccharide pectin. This substance lowers cholesterol levels. It also removes heavy metal s alts and radionuclides from the body. Doctors recommend consuming up to 8 grams per day, and if there is a danger of radioactive contamination, up to 16 grams. the specified products. Pectin is widely used in the food industry. It is obtained during the processing of beets, sunflowers, apples, apricots. It is a natural thickener for jam, ketchup, mayonnaise, desserts, various dairyproducts and dietary supplements.
- Vegetables, cereals, fruits should be eaten as often as possible. This is the best enterosorbent.
Tip
If you are planning to cleanse the body with these drugs, then it is better to agree on such a procedure and carry it out under the supervision of a specialist. Also, don't get too carried away with them. Thoughtless absorption of these drugs can not be called beneficial to the body.
We lose weight with enterosorbents
This is a true fact. It is possible to establish lipid metabolism with the help of enterosorbents. This is especially true when losing weight. When adipose tissue is broken down, all lipids and toxins enter the bloodstream. Then they are excreted using the same kidneys and liver. But the body can not always cope with such a load. It is during this period that it is important to lower the level of lipids in the blood and normalize protein synthesis. It helps to repair damaged cell walls in almost all types of tissues. This process can also be called body rejuvenation.
There is another reason why enterosorbents (the drugs listed above) help with weight loss. It lies in the fact that they cover the lack of dietary fiber in the body. This is an important property. Due to this, the volume of the food bolus increases. This contributes to a longer feeling of fullness, and also activates the activity of the intestines. Enterosorbents also bind and remove excess fluid from the body. It helps to get rid of puffiness andget the right molds faster.
Long-term intake of enterosorbents prolongs youth
Today, a certain method of blood cleansing is very common. It is called hemosorption. This procedure looks something like this: human blood is passed through a sorbent, and this, in turn, allows you to extract many harmful substances from it. However, this method can also be harmful. Still quite effectively use enterosorption. In the team of Academician Frolkis, this method was thoroughly studied. The fact is that a person secretes about 10-12 liters of gastric juice per day. This means that when its sorption is carried out, it is possible to purify the blood, lymph and intercellular and cellular fluids without harm to the body. Also, this method is extremely effective in absorbing cholesterol. This cleaning method is a good prevention of atherosclerosis.
The above facts were originally tested on rats. For experiments, 28-month-old (old) individuals were taken. These rats were fed with sorbents (synthetic coals) for 10 days, alternating with 30-day breaks. Such an experiment showed that the life expectancy of rodents increased by 35%. This had such a strong effect that it led to a high rate of protein synthesis.
It can also be said that this experiment showed the effects of enterosorbent on lipid metabolism in the body. Their content, which is of great importance for the development of atherosclerosis, decreased in the liver by 30%. As you can see, the influence of enterosorption had such a great impact on the functioning of fat cells that it beganrestoration of cell walls in the body as a whole. With prolonged use of this method, cell damage occurs much later, the growth of connective tissue in organs and nerve centers is inhibited, and the tendency to vascular disease decreases.
Enterosorption is one of the best ways to prolong life and rejuvenate the body as a whole. Analogues of such a process have not yet been invented. This procedure is primarily safe and very effective. Take enterosorption to your arsenal. This will come in handy in the future.
Cost
Modern sorbents have significant advantages over activated carbon. Therefore, they are more expensive. The cost of enterosorbents depends entirely on the type of drug and its quantity, as well as the manufacturer. It fluctuates around 80 - 2000 rubles.
Conclusion
After reading the information provided in this article, everyone can learn about the beneficial effects of drugs such as enterosorbents. How to choose them? This is also mentioned in this text. But still, it is better, if the need arises, to seek the advice of a doctor who will recommend the necessary enterosorbent. The instructions must be read without fail!
