Lerivon

Lerivon: description, application and side effects

Lerivon is a drug belonging to a group of antidepressants that are non-selective inhibitors of neuronal uptake. It is produced by Organon N.V. in the Netherlands and is used to treat depressive conditions of various origins.

The dosage form of Lerivon is tablets with the active substance mianserin, which is a non-selective antagonist of serotonin receptors. The drug is available in a dosage of 30 mg.

Indications for the use of Lerivon include depressive states that occur in various diseases, such as endogenous, reactive, neurotic and other forms of depression. However, before starting treatment, it is recommended to diagnose and determine the specific cause of depression.

There are contraindications to the use of Lerivon, including hypersensitivity to mianserin, manic syndrome, severe liver dysfunction, acute myocardial infarction, pregnancy, lactation and children under 18 years of age.

Like any medicine, Lerivon may cause side effects. Some of them include arterial hypotension, changes in the cellular composition of the blood (reversible leukopenia and agranulocytosis), drowsiness (in the first days of use), hypomania, convulsions, impaired liver function, jaundice, edema, gynecomastia, arthritis and arthralgia.

There are also some special instructions for the use of Lerivon. For example, you should not take it simultaneously with MAO inhibitors and for two weeks after finishing treatment with these drugs. It is also necessary to refrain from driving a car and other active activities that require increased attention and speed of reactions. It is not recommended to drink alcohol while taking the drug. If diseases such as fever, pharyngitis, stomatitis and other infectious diseases occur, a blood test is necessary.

In case of overdose with Lerivon, prolonged sedation, arrhythmia, convulsions, severe arterial hypotension and respiratory depression may occur. In such cases, it is necessary to perform gastric lavage, symptomatic therapy and maintenance of vital functions.

conclusions

Lerivon is a drug from the group of antidepressants that is used to treat various forms of depression. It contains the active substance mianserin, which is a non-selective serotonin receptor antagonist. Lerivon can cause side effects such as arterial hypotension, changes in the cellular composition of the blood, drowsiness, hypomanic states, convulsions and others. It is necessary to strictly follow the recommendations for the use of the drug and avoid simultaneous use with other drugs. If side effects or overdose occur, consult a doctor immediately.