In case of vascular diseases of the brain, neuropathologists prescribe the drug "Noben". The instruction reports that this remedy eliminates the consequences of encephalopathy. The drug has few contraindications and is well tolerated by patients. The drug has a variety of effects on the body. It effectively eliminates unwanted neurological and mental symptoms.
Composition and action of the drug
The active ingredient of the drug is idebenone. This substance has a nootropic effect, it enhances cerebral circulation, improves mental abilities and human memory. Idebenone acts as a mild stimulant and antidepressant.
This effect is achieved by increasing the formation of glucose and adenosine triphosphoric acid in the body. These substances are actively involved in energy metabolism. As a result, blood flow improves and the brain is fully oxygenated.
The drug is produced in the form of yellow capsules, they contain 30 mgmedicinal substance. Their shell consists of starch, magnesium compounds, lactose, cellulose and povidone.
Indications and contraindications
Instructions for use "Noben" recommends prescribing this remedy for dyscirculatory encephalopathy. This is a vascular pathology of the brain with impaired memory, thinking and emotional disorders. The drug helps to reduce the psychopathological manifestations of this disease.
In addition, the drug is prescribed for asthenic conditions, age-related decline in memory and cognitive functions, depression, headache, neurosis.
The drug has a wide spectrum of action, but it can not be taken by all patients. There are few contraindications to the appointment of this nootropic drug. Instruction "Noben" does not recommend the use of this remedy for allergies to its ingredients. Also, the drug is contraindicated in patients with renal insufficiency, as its active ingredient leaves the body through the excretory system.
This medicine is only suitable for adult patients. Under the age of 18, the drug is not prescribed.
Unwanted effects
This medication is generally well tolerated. Undesirable effects are noted very rarely. The Noben instruction warns of the following side effects:
- insomnia;
- pain in the head;
- dyspeptic symptoms;
- allergic reactions.
Cases of overdose were almost non-existent. If the recommended number of capsules is exceeded, its side effects may increase sharply.
How to take the drug
The dose of the drug is determined by the attending physician, depending on the nature of the disease and the patient's condition. On average, 1 capsule of this medication is prescribed twice or thrice a day. It is important to remember that the drug should not be consumed after 17 hours. Otherwise, you may have problems falling asleep.
The medicine is taken in courses of 45–60 days. Then they take a break. During the year, the patient can receive no more than 2-3 courses of therapy using this tool.
Special Instructions
Instruction "Noben" prohibits taking medicine with alcohol. This can adversely affect the functions of the central nervous system.
The drug may affect alertness and reaction time. Therefore, during the treatment period, you can not drive a car.
The medicine should not be taken by pregnant women and nursing mothers. If there is a need to prescribe the drug during gestation, then the doctor should evaluate the possible benefits for the woman and the danger to the unborn child. If this remedy is prescribed during lactation, then breastfeeding should be stopped.
Storage, analogues and prices
Capsules are stored at a temperature not exceeding +30 degrees. They are usable for 3 years. Such storage conditions are provided for by the Noben instruction. Analogues of the drug are drugs containing idebenone. These include the following medications:
- "Celestab";
- "Idebenone";
- "Neuromet".
These drugs are absolutely identical in action and effectiveness. They differ only in manufacturers.
The price of the drug "Noben" in pharmacies ranges from 400 to 770 rubles. Its structural counterparts cost about the same.
You can pick up drugs with a similar therapeutic effect, but with other active ingredients. These include medicines from the nootropic group:
- "Phenibut";
- "Piracetam";
- "Cavinton";
- "Vinpocetine".
The price of these drugs is less than that of Noben. They cost from 120 to 300 rubles. The drug Phenibut has the most similar effect, which affects the psyche as a mild stimulant and antidepressant.
Drug reviews
Patients respond positively to the drug. It is well tolerated. Side effects occur extremely rarely if the medicine is taken at the dosage recommended by the doctor and the instructions for use of Noben. The reviews report that the drug helps with headaches associated with mental and emotional stress, depression and neuroses. Patients improved their mood, increasedactivity and performance.
Some patients report sleep disturbances while taking the drug. In these cases, attention should be paid to the time of the last dose of the drug. The drug should not be drunk in the evening and at night. This is reported by the instruction "Noben". The reviews say about the use of the drug after 17 hours, such a late medication is unacceptable. It is important to remember that this remedy has sedative and antidepressant properties, but it is not a sedative medicine. On the contrary, it acts on the nervous system as a stimulant. Therefore, this drug is only suitable for daily use.
