Analogues of "Neurobion", their comparison and reviews of doctors

Neurological diseases have recently been encountered more often. These include osteochondrosis of different etiology, migraine, vegetative-vascular dystonia, neuropathy, encephalopathy. All these pathologies can lead to the development of chronic diseases. Complex therapy presupposes the appointment of B vitamins. Special preparations not only help to relieve the inflammatory process and pain, but also restore vitality. The most popular are funds "Neurobion", "Neurobeks", "Neurorubin", "Nerviplex", "Unigamma", "Vitakson". All of them belong to the complex of B vitamins. Like other analogues, "Neurobion" should be used after consultation with a specialist.

Next, the most popular substitutes for Neurobion will be described and compared.

The drug "Neurobion"

This means belongs to the group of vitamins B. It is produced in the form of tablets and injectable solutions. The main substances in its composition are vitamin B ₁ , B ₆ and B ₁₂ .

"Neurobion" is prescribed at their lack, which, according to experts, helps to compensate for the deficit, as well as to stimulate natural forces for the recovery of the body. These substances are considered neurotropic and have a great effect as coenzymes in the intermediate metabolism in the peripheral and CNS.

Indications and contraindications

The described agent is mainly used in the complex therapy of the following neurological diseases:

• Neuritis of the trigeminal and facial nerve;
• Intercostal neuralgia ;
• Various forms of osteochondrosis;
• Radicular syndrome associated with degenerative changes in the spine.

The drug "Neurobion", the price of which in Moscow is about 300 rubles, is, according to the doctors' reviews, quite effective, but it also has its contra-indications:

• childhood;
• Hypersensitivity to group B vitamins;
• psoriasis;
• pregnancy;
• lactation;
• Lactose intolerance.

Dosage

Tablets "Neurobion" are prescribed one piece three times a day. The course of therapy is one month. The medicine must be taken after a meal and washed down with plenty of liquid. The agent in the ampoules is administered intramuscularly or intravenously. The initial dose is 2 ml once a day. Then it drops to three shots a week.

The appointment of this drug can only be done by a doctor, depending on the severity of the disease and the individual characteristics of the organism. The same rules must be observed when analogs are used. "Neurobion", like other means, can not be assigned to oneself.

The drug "Unigamma"

The drug is a complex of B vitamins. Like Neurobion, the drug is available in the form of round white tablets. The main substances in the composition are benfotiamin, vitamin B ₆ and vitamin B ₁₂ .

The complex of B vitamins affects the state and function of the nervous tissue:

1. Thiamin (vitamin B ₁ ) takes an active part in the synthesis of ATP, participates in the transfer of impulses in vegetative fibers and ganglia.
2. Pyridoxine hydrochloride (a form of vitamin B ₆ ) is necessary for normal operation of the peripheral nervous system.
3. Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B ₁₂ ) takes part in important biochemical reactions in the body, ensures its vital activity.

Indications and contraindications

The drug "Unigamma" is used in complex therapy for the treatment of the following diseases:

• Polyneuropathy of a different nature;
• Intercostal neuralgia;
• Osteochondrosis of the spine;
• Radicular syndrome caused by degenerative-mediated changes in the vertebral column;
• Neuritis of the facial and trigeminal nerve.

Contraindications in this case may be:

• Age to 18 years;
• Hypersensitivity to the drug;
• Heart failure in the stage of decompensation.

Before beginning treatment carefully read the contraindications to the drug "Unigamma". Instruction for use contains detailed information about this tool. It, according to experts, can be used for the same pathologies as Neurobion tablets. But self-treatment is not desirable.

Dosage and overdose

This drug is taken one tablet three times a day, after eating (as well as the means "Neurobion"). It should be washed with plenty of liquid and not chewed. The duration of the course is determined by the doctor and depends on the severity of the process, as well as the individual characteristics of the organism. Do not use the drug for more than one month.

In case of an overdose, the patient should be rinsed. Give an absorbent and prescribe a symptomatic treatment. Symptoms of intoxication:

• nausea;
• Vomiting;
• weakness;
• diarrhea;
• Pain in epigastrium.

Like other analogues of Neurobion, the drug Unigram has an acceptable cost - it can be purchased for 300 rubles.

The drug "Nerviplex"

The drug belongs to the complex of B vitamins. In contrast to the medicament described above, a solution in the form of a solution for injection is produced. One ampoule contains vitamin B ₁ (100 mg), B ₆ (50 mg) and B ₁₂ (100 mg).

The drug refers to a complex of vitamins of group B. Thiamine regulates metabolism in the body and is a coenzyme of enzymes. Vitamin B ₆ , necessary for the operation of the central nervous system, takes an active part in the synthesis of ATP, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. And cyanocobalamin plays a significant role in the synthesis of nucleoproteins and the production of myelin.

Indications and contraindications

The drug "Nerviplex" is appointed in the complex treatment of neurological diseases associated with a deficiency of vitamins B ₁ , B ₆ and B ₁₂ :

• Neuropathy of a different nature;
• Osteochondrosis;
• Neuritis of the facial and trigeminal nerve;
• Polyneuropathy.

As doctors confirm, he can quite replace the means "Neurobion". The drug "Nerviplex", the instruction to which warns about possible contraindications to the use, is not recommended:

• Under the age of 18;
• During pregnancy;
• During lactation;
• With increased sensitivity to components.

As you can see from the information given, similar contraindications are also characteristic for the drug "Neurobeks". The price of Nerviplex in pharmacies does not exceed 200 rubles.

Dosage

"Nerviplex" is intended for intramuscular and intravenous administration. Usually it is prescribed in a dose of 2 ml twice a week. The course of treatment depends on the severity of the disease and the individual characteristics of the body. By the way, at the injection site, as doctors warn, there may be burning and redness, which is stopped on its own in a short time.

Side effects

According to experts, in most cases, the drug "Nerviplex", like "Neurobion", is well tolerated. But in some situations, the following reactions may develop:

• Allergies;
• Pressure reduction;
• Difficulty breathing;
• Exacerbation of vulgaris.

Medicinal product Vitakson

Another analogue of Neurobion refers to the complex of B vitamins. It is available in the form of a solution for intravenous and intramuscular injections. One ampoule contains 100 mg of B, 50 mg of B ₆ and 100 mg of vitamin B ₁₂ .

It is prescribed for the treatment of vitamin deficiency, has analgesic effect, improves blood supply to organs and tissues, increases the work of the immune and hematopoietic system, normalizes the process in the central nervous system.

Indications and contraindications

The medicine is used to eliminate symptoms in the following neurological pathologies:

• Neuralgia of a different nature;
• Polyneuropathy;
• Neuritis;
• Paralysis of the facial nerve;
• Osteochondrosis.

The Vitakson medication is also prescribed for various radicular forms of radiculitis and myalgia - and this is the main difference between it and Neurobion.

Contraindications:

• Age to 18 years;
• Increased hypersensitivity to active substances;
• pregnancy;
• breast-feeding;
• Severe form of heart failure;
• psoriasis.

Dosage

In acute pathology, the drug is given in a dose of 2 ml once a day. Further, with the improvement of the therapeutic state, the drug is administered every other day. The course of treatment depends on the severity of the disease. Specialists do not advise taking injections for more than 4 weeks.

An incorrect choice of dosage can lead to the following side effects:

• Bradycardia;
• Increased sweating;
• Pressure reduction;
• Allergic reactions.

Identical side effects have other analogues of Neurobion.

The drug "Neurobeks"

The medicine belongs to the complex of B vitamins. The composition of the medicine also includes vitamins B ₁ , B ₆ and B ₁₂ . It is available in the form of a tablet for oral administration.

Due to its unique composition of multivitamins, the remedy is indicated for diseases of the peripheral nervous system and for destructive lesions of the spine. Vitamins are involved in the synthesis of lipid metabolism, restore the interaction of fats and carbohydrates. Also, the drug regulates the transfer of synthesis in synapses. Experts emphasize the effectiveness of the impact on the body of the means "Neurobeks".

The price of the drug in Moscow is 600 rubles per package. This is twice as much as the cost of the Neurobion.

Indications and contraindications

The drug can be prescribed for the following diseases:

• Chronic smoking and alcoholism;
• Degenerative changes in the spine;
• Diseases of the peripheral and central nervous system.

Contraindications:

• Cardiac decompensation;
• Increased sensitivity to Group B vitamins;
• Lack of lactose;
• pregnancy;
• lactation.

Before the beginning of treatment it is necessary to find out from the doctor all the contraindications to the drug "Neurobeks" and "Neurobion". Analogues are cheaper than the described drugs, it is not worth using without consulting a specialist.

Dosage and prevention

"Neurobeks" is appointed individually. The dosage depends on the severity of the process. In general, patients take the drug 1, 2, or 3 times a day for one month. For the purpose of prevention, it is recommended to undergo treatment twice a year.

Doctors emphasize that during the therapy it is necessary to strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage for the Neurobex pellet and the Neurobion tablets. The price of the Neurobeks is slightly higher, but the quality of the analogs is practically the same.

Solution Neurorubin

The drug contains a high dose of vitamins B ₁ , B ₆ and B ₁₂ , which play an important role in the normal operation of the central nervous system. Each of the vitamins plays its individual role for the level of metabolism in nerve cells. The drug is produced in the form of a solution in dark ampoules of 3 ml. The medication helps to normalize the metabolism, to restore the deficiency of vitamins in the body.

Indications:

• alcoholism;
• Diseases of the central nervous system;
• Destructive phenomena in the spine.

Contraindications:

• Age to 18 years;
• Hypersensitivity to the components of the agent;
• psoriasis;
• pregnancy;
• lactation.

Before starting treatment, it is necessary to study the instructions for the use of Neurorubin.

Analogues, as experts confirm, can perfectly replace the original, but nevertheless each of them should appoint only a doctor.

Dosage

Only a specialist can set the right dose for the patient. In most cases, it is 3 ml every other day. In severe cases, the medication is indicated for administration once a day. The course should not exceed four weeks.

Comparison of drugs in group B

As you can see, tablets and solutions for injections have a complex composition of B vitamins. The main difference is only in the dosage of the active ingredients. Medicines have similar actions, indications and contraindications to use.

Neuropathologists in combination with other drugs often prescribe B vitamins to restore the CNS. The main task at the same time is to fill the deficiency of B vitamins with the help of Neurobion. Analogues (ampoules or tablets) are also widely used, it all depends on the patient's objective condition and specialist preferences.