Carbochrome

Carbocromene: a drug for the treatment of angina and post-infarction period

Carbocromene is a drug that belongs to the group of antianginal drugs. Its international name is carbocromene. It is also known under the synonyms Intensain and Intercordin. The active ingredient of the drug is carbocromene.

Carbocromen is used for the treatment of angina pectoris, in the absence of a pronounced stenotic process, protracted and prolonged attacks, as well as in the post-infarction period. However, before using the drug, you must ensure that there are no contraindications.

Contraindications to the use of carbocromene include peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, diseases of the liver and/or kidneys with impaired function, exacerbation of chronic gastritis, as well as widespread stenosing atherosclerosis.

When using carbocromene, side effects may occur, such as bradycardia, low blood pressure, weakness, fatigue, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dyspepsia and itchy skin.

Carbocromene may interact with other antianginal drugs, cardiac glycosides, anxiolytics, antiarrhythmics and diuretics. Before using carbocromene, you should consult your doctor to ensure there is no risk of interaction.

There is no data on an overdose of carbocromene. However, when using the drug, control over blood clotting is necessary, since its use may be accompanied by a tendency to hypercoagulation.

In conclusion, carbocromene is a drug that is used to treat angina pectoris and the post-infarction period. When using the drug, it is necessary to take into account contraindications, side effects and the possibility of interaction with other drugs. Carbocromene should be used only as prescribed by a doctor and under his supervision.