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Pantocalcin
Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Indications Pantocalcine
It is used in adults in the following cases:
- in case of memory problems, concentration disorders, and at the same time, in case of deterioration of performance due to constant stress, as well as in case of strong physical and psycho-emotional stress;
- for the combined treatment of epilepsy (also in the case of development of a slowdown in mental processes against its background);
- for problems with urination (of neurogenic origin), including nocturnal/daytime urinary incontinence, as well as pollakiuria;
- combination treatment of senile dementia;
- in pathologies of the nervous system, against the background of which painful sensations arise (osteochondrosis in the cervical vertebrae) and trigeminal neuralgia;
- to eliminate the consequences of TBI;
- in complex therapy to eliminate the consequences of encephalitis or neuroinfection;
- complex therapy for cerebrovascular insufficiency developing against the background of atherosclerotic disorders in the cerebral vessels;
- complex treatment for schizophrenia;
- treatment of neuroleptic syndrome of a hyper- or akinetic nature;
- in case of organic disorders in the functioning of the brain, against the background of which cognitive disorders occur.
Children are prescribed Pantocalcin:
- for various forms of cerebral palsy;
- for the complex treatment of epileptic seizures;
- in case of stuttering of a clonic nature;
- with ADHD, against which the child develops convulsions and tremors of the limbs;
- in the treatment of neuroses;
- in asthenic syndrome (or oligophrenia);
- to eliminate perinatal encephalopathy;
- when a child has a delay in intellectual and also mental development.
Release form
The medicine is released in tablets, 10 pieces inside a blister plate. There are 5 such blisters in a box. It can also be contained in jars - 50 tablets.
Pharmacodynamics
The range of the drug's effects is determined by the presence of the GABA element in its structure. The drug has neuroprotective, neurotrophic, and neurometabolic properties. It slows down the acetylation process that occurs during the inactivation of novocaine with sulfonamides, which allows for the prolongation of the effects of these substances. It slows down the bladder reflex, which is enhanced due to the disease, and provokes the development of detrusor tone.
It has an analgesic effect, stabilizes GABA levels in cases of alcohol poisoning (in chronic form), and at the same time improves the body's performance (intellectual and physical). The drug has an anticonvulsant effect.
Pantocalcin stimulates anabolic processes occurring within neurons, and in addition, it increases the brain’s resistance to hypoxia and the effects of toxins.
Pharmacokinetics
Pantocalcin is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Peak plasma levels of the active component are observed after 1 hour. The highest levels of the drug are observed in the kidneys with the liver, and also in the stomach walls. The drug does not participate in metabolic processes.
Excreted unchanged for 48 hours.
Dosing and administration
Adults.
For the treatment of hyperkinesis and epileptic seizures, the daily dose of the drug should be 1.5-3 g. The therapy should last 1-5 months. In epilepsy, the course of treatment usually lasts 1 year.
In case of strong mental, psycho-emotional, and also physical stress, it is necessary to take 0.25 g of the drug three times a day.
To eliminate problems with brain function that have arisen due to a TBI or in connection with the development of a neuroinfection, the medicine must be taken three times a day - 0.25 g each.
During therapy for schizophrenia, the patient takes 0.5 g of the drug three times a day for a period of 1-3 months.
To eliminate urinary disorders, take 2 g of Pantocalcin per day. Duration of therapy: minimum 2 weeks, maximum – several months.
Prescribing medication to children.
To eliminate the problem with urination, the child should take 0.25-0.5 g of the drug per day for at least 2 weeks. The medicine can be taken for a maximum of several months.
During the treatment of hyperkinesis and epilepsy, 0.25-0.5 g of Pantocalcin is taken 3-5 times a day. This course lasts 1-4 months. In epilepsy, the drug must be taken for 1 year.
To treat delayed intellectual or speech development, as well as asthenic syndrome, the child should be given 0.5 g of the drug 3-6 times a day during a course lasting 2-4 months.
Use Pantocalcine during pregnancy
It is prohibited to use Pantocalcin during the 1st trimester of pregnancy.
Contraindications
The main contraindication is intolerance to the components of the drug or derivatives of hopantenic acid, and in addition, severe functional renal disorder.
Side effects Pantocalcine
Usually the drug is tolerated without complications, only occasionally allergic symptoms may be observed (such as urticaria, allergic rhinitis or itching).
Occasionally, patients experience side effects such as drowsiness, headaches, and tinnitus.
Overdose
In case of acute poisoning, the manifestations of side effects may increase.
To get rid of the disorders, gastric lavage, symptomatic therapy measures and the use of enterosorbents are required.
Interactions with other drugs
The effect of Pantocalcin is potentiated when combined with glycine and xydiphone. The medicine prevents the development of side effects of carbamazepine, neuroleptics, and phenobarbital. In addition, it also prolongs the effect of barbiturates and potentiates the effectiveness of local anesthetics, anticonvulsants, and CNS stimulants.
Storage conditions
Pantocalcin should be kept in a dry, dark place. Temperature values should not exceed 25 o C.
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Special instructions
Reviews
Pantocalcin, prescribed to children, receives many positive reviews from their parents - it effectively copes with delays in speech development. In addition, they write about the positive effect on the child's brain function. Another advantage of the drug is that its use does not cause the development of significant side effects.
It is also noted that Pantocalcin is effective in the treatment of infants.
Shelf life
Pantocalcin must be used within 3 years from the date of manufacture of the drug.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Pantocalcin" 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.