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Centrum Silver
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Centrum Silver is a balanced multivitamin complex that includes 13 vitamins and 11 macro- and microelements; is intended for people aged 50 years and over. Manufacturer - Wyeth Lederle Pharma GmbH (Austria). The ATS code is A11A A03.
Indications of the centrum Silver
Prevention of vitamin and mineral deficiency.
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Release form
Oval-coated tablets of 1.29 g. Analogues Centrum Silver can be considered as vitamin complexes for the elderly Vitrum Centuries, Multimax gerontal, etc.
Pharmacodynamics
The vitamin-mineral complex of Centrum Silver contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 (PP), B5, B6, B7, B9, B12, C, D3, E, K1, as well as carotenoid lutein (to maintain visual acuity ). Macro- and microelements are represented by iron fumarate, manganese sulfate, potassium iodide, copper sulfate, zinc oxide, sodium molybdate, chromium chloride, sodium selenate, magnesium oxide, calcium phosphate (dibasic).
The mechanism of pharmacological action of the aggregate of components Tsentrum Silver is not described, but compensation of the deficiency of vitamins and minerals in the aging organism allows to strengthen the defenses of the organism and provide the physiologically necessary level of metabolism and functioning of various systems and organs in people of the older age category.
Vitamin preparation Centrum Silver contributes to the maintenance of an optimal ratio of blood elements and hemostasis; normal state of bone and connective tissue; work of endocrine glands; functions of the brain and CNS, etc.
Pharmacokinetics
The pharmacokinetics of the drug to date can not be investigated.
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Dosing and administration
Centrum Silver is taken inside (during meals) - every day one tablet. Duration of application - 30 days.
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Use of the centrum Silver during pregnancy
Not provided by the instruction.
Contraindications
Vitamin preparation Centrum Silver is contraindicated to take with individual intolerance of its components, diabetes, kidney failure, increased levels of calcium and / or potassium in the body, hypervitaminosis A or D.
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Side effects of the centrum Silver
Possible side effects of Centrum Silver include allergic skin reactions, headache, nausea and vomiting.
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Storage conditions
At a temperature not higher than + 22-25 ° C, in a dark place, in a tightly closed jar.
Shelf life
24 months.
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Centrum Silver" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.