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Coprinol for alcoholism
Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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This remedy for treating alcohol addiction is produced in Russia by the company Bionica. The manufacturers present their brainchild as a bioactive vitamin supplement that produces a persistent aversion to alcohol consumption, restores liver function and increases the immune barrier.
Coprinol has not undergone the official registration procedure as a bioactive supplement, it cannot be purchased in a pharmacy chain or store. The product is distributed via the Internet and distributors. Although some sources claim that it can already be purchased in a pharmacy.
This drug works even without the patient's knowledge, which is convenient for his relatives who are trying to eradicate this harmful addiction. However, this method is not welcomed by doctors, since drinking alcohol during treatment can lead to serious consequences that threaten the patient's health and life.
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Indications Coprinola
The drug is ideally indicated for the treatment of chronic alcoholics who are not in the binge stage and who consciously want to get rid of the addiction. It can also be taken for preventive purposes in the early stages of alcoholism.
Release form
Oral suspension, packaged in polymer bottles or glass ampoules. Available in a variety of capacities from a daily dose of 2 ml to 60 ml in one bottle or ampoule.
Different names are used in everyday life, if we are talking about drops or solution of Coprinol, then it is the same.
Pharmacodynamics
The main active ingredient that causes the necessary aversion to drinking alcohol is the extract of the mushroom Coprinus or white dung beetle. The aversive effect of this mushroom, which is considered conditionally edible, in combination with alcohol has been noted for a long time; this remedy is used by folk healers to treat alcoholism. Disulfiram, contained in Coprinus, interacts with ethanol to cause acute intoxication, accompanied by severe nausea and vomiting, fever, headache and heart pain, tachycardia and other pronounced symptoms of this condition.
The disulfiram-ethanol reaction consists of inhibiting the enzymatic activity of acetaldehyde dehydrogenase, which catalyzes the metabolism of ethyl alcohol, at the stage of formation of the toxic substance acetaldehyde, and delaying its further breakdown into acetic acid and water, which safely leave the body. This leads to the accumulation of acetaldehyde in the body, and the appearance of symptoms of acute poisoning, causing the patient torment, up to the fear of death. Usually, this condition lasts no more than two hours. As a result, a conditioned reflex is formed linking alcohol consumption with symptoms of poisoning, after several repetitions, the patient begins to refuse alcoholic beverages, not wanting to experience an attack of intoxication again. It is this property of Coprinus that allows the patient to develop a persistent reflex to alcohol even without his knowledge.
Succinic acid is a good anti-hangover remedy, normalizes cellular respiration, liver and kidney functions. Together with polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, it helps to increase the body's defenses, activate metabolism and other functions impaired in the process of chronic alcoholism.
Pharmacokinetics
The multi-component bioactive supplement does not belong to medicinal products, therefore no data are presented.
Dosing and administration
The drug is tasteless and odorless, so it is recommended to add it to food or drinks once a day in a dose not exceeding two milliliters. The greatest effectiveness from the use should be when adding it to milk and dairy products. It is not recommended to exceed the permissible dose.
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Use Coprinola during pregnancy
Not for use by pregnant or lactating women.
Contraindications
It is not recommended to use Coprinol for minors, as well as for patients over 60 years old, since in old age the probability of a fatal outcome during an attack of acute intoxication increases. The drug should not be given to alcoholics who are in a period of binge drinking. It is contraindicated in case of allergy to the components contained.
Decompensated chronic diseases of the cardiovascular, endocrine systems, gastrointestinal tract (ulcers, hemorrhages), respiratory organs, liver and kidneys are also contraindications for use.
It is not recommended to treat patients with active tuberculosis, neoplasms, inflammation of the optic and auditory nerves, neuropsychiatric pathologies, including those of alcoholic origin.
Side effects Coprinola
Development of acute respiratory, liver and heart failure, cerebrovascular disorders, coma, collapse, convulsions, liver inflammation, jaundice, acute psychosis.
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Overdose
Exceeding the permissible dose is fraught with suppression of respiratory function, heart, brain, and even collapse and death.
Storage conditions
Store for no more than 18 months, observing the temperature regime up to 25℃, avoiding heating and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Coprinol for alcoholism" 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.