During recovery from infectious and inflammatory diseases, as well as for the prevention of vitamin deficiency in the spring, doctors often recommend taking multivitamin preparations. One of the most effective is Alvitil. The instruction for use notes that in it the main components are in a fermented form, which is better absorbed by the body. Therefore, this drug is considered more effective than most of these multivitamin agents.
Composition of Alvitil and release form
This is a combined multivitamin drug that affects the metabolic processes in the body. This product is available in thin-coated tablets. They are packaged in plastic packs of 50 pieces. Separately for children, syrup is also produced in 150 ml bottles with a cap for more convenient dosing. This drug is quite expensive, the package costs more than 1000 rubles, but many still prefer it, since it is more effective than other multivitamins.
This is due to the complex composition of this tool. It contains all the necessary trace elements for health and normal functioning of the body. Moreover, they are there in a special form, close to that which is produced in the body itself. Therefore, Alvitil vitamins are better absorbed and begin to act faster. The composition of the drug includes:
- Vitamin A in the form of retinol acetate;
- cholecalciferol - a form of vitamin D3;
- ascorbic acid in the form of calcium ascorbate;
- nicotinamide;
- alpha tocopherol;
- calcium pantothenate;
- biotin;
- thiamine;
- folic acid;
- cyanocobalamin;
- pyridoxine hydrochloride.
Moreover, the composition of the syrup is almost no different from tablets. Almost all vitamins are included in it in the same dosage. Only biotin and vitamin E are less in syrup.
Action taken
The drug "Alvitil" is used to make up for the lack of vitamins. It stimulates the metabolism and improves the overall health of the patient. The action of the drug is associated with the properties of the main components that make up its composition:
- improves skin and hair condition;
- strengthens the body's defenses;
- participates in the formation of red blood cells;
- stimulates the synthesis of proteins and fats;
- normalizes the processes of transmission of nerve impulses to muscles;
- increases visual acuity;
- protects cells from free radicals;
- improves cellular respiration;
- provides cells with energy;
- regulates redox reactions;
- stimulates the synthesis of hemoglobin and certain hormones;
- improves blood circulation and strengthens blood vessels;
- maintains normal calcium levels, which helps strengthen bones and teeth.
Indications for use
These vitamins are used for adults in those cases when a person has an increased need for trace elements. This may be an unbalanced diet, a deficiency of vitamins due to lack of food, starvation or dieting. This also happens with increased physical or mental stress, for example, during exams, sports training. It is recommended to take the drug also during the recovery period after severe inflammatory diseases.
Alvitil for children is prescribed in the same cases. Just not recommended to give the child the drug without consulting a doctor. Indeed, an overdose of vitamins can be no less dangerous than their lack. Despite the fact that in the preparation all trace elements are in prophylactic doses, its unreasonable prescription can lead to hypervitaminosis.
Contraindications and side effects
Although multivitamin preparations are sold in pharmacies without a doctor’s prescription and are considered safe, not all people can take Alvitil. The instruction for use notes that often there is an individual hypersensitivity to its components, which can become an obstacle to taking the drug. It is also undesirable to take this drug if vitamins A or D are prescribed by the doctor, since their overdose is possible.
The drug is well tolerated by almost all patients. This is due to the peculiarities of its composition. Only sometimes allergic reactions are possible. This usually happens in the presence of individual intolerance to the components of the product. Sometimes patients also note that during treatment their urine turns yellow. This is normal and should not worry the patient.
"Alvitil": instructions for use
The dosage of the drug varies depending on the individual characteristics of the patient, his age and the purpose of the use of vitamins. Usually, adults are prescribed 1-3 tablets per day. They can be drunk all at once in the morning or divided into several receptions. It is advisable to consult a doctor about the exact dosage, as this depends on the degree of hypovitaminosis in humans and the purpose of taking the drug. For preventive purposes, 1 tablet per day for a month is enough. If there is a lack of any vitamins, it is recommended to take 2-3 tablets per day.
In childhood, it is better to take Alvitil syrup. The instruction for use notes that it is better absorbed, children enjoy it more pleasantly. Prescribe the drug to babies from 2.5 years. They are given half or a whole teaspoon of syrup. From 6 years you can drink 1-2 tablespoons already. Adolescents over 15 years old take an adult dose: in syrup, it is 1-3 teaspoons. Tablets can be given to children only after 6 years, when the child can easily swallow it. At the same time, from 6 to 15 years, you can drink no more than 2 tablets per day, and adolescence is already acceptable for adults.
Analogues of the drug
Now on sale you can find many multivitamin preparations. All of them contain essential trace elements in different dosages, therefore it is better to trust the choice of a drug to the doctor. The drug "Alvitil" is slightly different from most such drugs. Its analogs may contain the same vitamins and in the same dosage, but in a different form. For example, vitamin PP is most often found in the form of nicotinic acid, rather than nicotinamide.
But if it is impossible for any reason to use the drug "Alvitil", you can pay attention to its analogues:
- "Angiowit."
- "Biomax".
- The Vetoron.
- "Vitamult".
- "Hexavit."
- "Decamevite."
- "Jungle".
- "Makrovit".
- Multi Tabs.
- "Pikovit."
- Undevit.
Reviews on its use
The drug Alvitil received many positive reviews from doctors and patients. They note that it is absorbed well, rarely causes side effects. Many have noticed that, in comparison with other multivitamin agents, Alvitil faster has the desired effect. After a few days of taking it, it improves mood, improves performance, strengthens the immune system. Children especially like the drug in the company of syrup. Among the negative reviews can be noted the high price of the drug, as well as the fact that it is difficult to find in ordinary pharmacies, you need to order.