Phytolysin

Phytolysin has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, diuretic and antimicrobial activity. These effects develop under the influence of bioactive elements that are part of medicinal plants.

Bioactive components potentiate the excretion of Cl and Na ions, as well as renal CF, and in addition reduce resorption inside the renal tubules. Increase diuresis without disturbing the salt balance. [ 1 ]

The medication helps to wash out small urinary stones and sand; prevents the increase in the size of stones or their re-formation after surgery.

Indications Phytolysin

It is used for infections and inflammations of the urinary system that develop against the background of urolithiasis.

In addition, it is prescribed to prevent recurrence of urolithiasis (also after removal of stones by surgery).

Release form

The drug is released in the form of a paste, from which an oral suspension is made - inside a 100 g tube.

Pharmacodynamics

Flavonoids slow down the development of gram-positive flora inside the urinary tract, potentiate the excretion of urea, and also block the oxidation of vitamin C and prevent its conversion to oxalic acid.

Saponins have a powerful antibacterial effect against staphylococci.

Aglucones exhibit an antispasmodic effect.

Silicates (bird's knotweed, pusher) help maintain the balance of crystalloids and colloids in urine, preventing the formation of stones. At the same time, they improve the excretion of uric acid.

Dosing and administration

The medicine should be taken 1 teaspoon (about 5 g) of paste per use. The paste is dissolved in 0.5 cups of boiled warm water. Phytolysin is used 3-4 times a day, after meals.

The therapeutic cycle usually lasts 0.5-1 month. If necessary, it can be repeated.

If there is no improvement, the condition worsens, or the symptoms of the disease persist, you should consult a doctor.

Due to the increase in urine output during therapy, it is necessary to consume an appropriate amount of fluid to restore the balance.

• Application for children

There is no information regarding the use of the drug in pediatrics (in individuals under 18 years of age), which is why it is not used in this age group.

Use Phytolysin during pregnancy

There is no information regarding the medicinal effect and safety of the drug when used in pregnant women, which is why it is not prescribed during this period. Phytolysin can only be used in situations where the doctor believes that its benefits are more likely than the risks of complications.

Due to the lack of information confirming the safety of taking the drug during breastfeeding, breastfeeding should be discontinued during therapy.

Contraindications

Among the contraindications:

• severe intolerance to elements of the drug or plants from the Asteraceae (goldenrod), Umbelliferae families, or anethole (lovage root) and birch leaves;
• conditions during which it is necessary to consume a reduced amount of fluid (for example, heart or kidney failure);
• conditions in which increased blood clotting is observed;
• obstruction of the urethra;
• active form of nephritis, phosphate lithiasis or nephrosis.

Side effects Phytolysin

Main side effects:

• immune disorders: allergy symptoms including itching, rashes, facial swelling, hives and allergic rhinitis;
• problems with the nervous system function: dizziness;
• gastrointestinal disorders: vomiting, flatulence, nausea and diarrhea;
• lesions in the subcutaneous layer and epidermis: photosensitivity (intolerance to UV rays);
• signs associated with the urinary system: colic in the kidney area.

Overdose

Drug poisoning can provoke a potentiation of side effects.

Symptomatic actions are performed.

Interactions with other drugs

Due to the diuretic effect of the drug, there may be an acceleration of excretion of other drugs used in combination.

Phytolysin can potentiate the activity of hypoglycemic drugs, lithium salts, NSAIDs, anticoagulants and MAOIs. In addition, it can prolong the effect of paracetamol, pentobarbital and aminopyrine.

The drug is capable of weakening the absorption of therapeutic substances in the small intestine (including cholesterol, α-tocopherol and β-carotene).

Storage conditions

Fitolizin should be stored in a place closed to small children. Temperature indicators should not exceed 25°C.

Shelf life

Phytolysin can be used for a 3-year period from the date of production of the therapeutic substance.

Analogues

The analogs of the drug are the drugs Fitolite, Citrokas and Uralite with knotweed, as well as Blemaren, Cital, Uronefron with knotweed grass and Cyston.

Reviews

Phytolysin gets good reviews – it is considered an effective remedy for the treatment of cystitis. The therapeutic effect develops quickly, the drug quickly eliminates the unpleasant symptoms that accompany the development of cystitis.