Pregnancy is a complex physiological process. A woman’s body undergoes serious changes and loads in a short time. The gestation period in many is accompanied by varicose veins and hemorrhoids. The treatment is carried out by angioprotectors, one of these drugs is Venarus. It is semi-synthetic and less dangerous compared to many taxes. But, despite this, “Venarus” during pregnancy is taken only as prescribed by the gynecologist. The doctor will evaluate all possible risks and choose the right dosage.
"Venarus": description of the drug
The tool relates to angioprotectors. These are drugs that have a complex therapeutic effect in cardiovascular pathologies. “Venarus” has venotonic properties, it normalizes the filling of blood with veins.
The composition of the drug includes hesperidin - a bioflavonoid glycoside, found mainly in oranges. The substance improves blood circulation, reduces the likelihood of vascular pathologies of the brain. The second active substance is diosmin. This is a semi-synthetic angioprotector. The component is in large quantities in Dubrovnik. “Venarus” is available in tablets. One unit of dosage form contains 50 mg of hesperidin and 450 mg of diosmin. Additional substances:
- cellulose - 62 mg;
- sodium starch glycolate - 27 mg;
- gelatin - 31 mg.
Medicinal action
“Venarus is a venotonic, venoprotective agent. Helps reduce blood vessels, arteries, in particular, increases the contraction of the muscle elements of the veins. It reduces the capacity of the venous bed, the extensibility of blood vessels, and stagnation. Blood circulation improves, venous hyperpressure inherent in patients with venous insufficiency decreases.
The drug improves the removal of excess fluid from the intercellular space, normalizes the circulation of lymph. It improves the permeability of the walls of the capillaries, increases the ability to maintain the integrity of the vascular wall. Protects microcirculation from destructive processes.
It has some effect on blood pressure, but it does not change the composition (does not affect the level of cholesterol) and the properties of the blood (does not make it liquid or viscous). The tool is a cardioprotector and protects the brain from stessogenic factors. It improves appetite and has a mild anti-allergic effect.
“Venarus” is effective at any stage of venous insufficiency (including ulceration of veins), improves the quality of life. The components contained in the Venus preparation have good bioavailability and are actively metabolized. The drug is excreted mainly through the intestines with feces. About 14% is excreted in urine.
What pathologies do Venus use?
The drug is used in the treatment of various venous diseases. The tool does not eliminate the cause of the pathologies, but only alleviates and eliminates its symptoms. Indications:
- expansion of superficial veins on the legs, in which valve failure and impaired blood circulation are observed;
- violation of the venous outflow in the legs (chronic form);
- involuntary muscle contractions of the lower extremities;
- heaviness and feeling of fullness in the lower extremities;
- muscle pain in the legs;
- tired legs;
- trophic changes in the skin (cyanosis, thickening, unhealthy shine) and subcutaneous tissue (small ulcers, lymph secretion);
- venous trophic ulcers;
- thrombosis of hemorrhoids with episodes of bleeding;
- chronic hemorrhoids.
All of the listed vascular pathologies are a consequence of some existing disease or gestation. According to the instructions, “Venarus” during pregnancy or chronic diseases is taken only by appointment and control of a specialist.
Contraindications
“Venarus” is a semi-synthetic preparation. Such drugs have practically no contraindications. In the composition of the drug, in fact, one active substance is hesperidin. The second substance, diosmin, is an altered hesperidin. All health conditions in which hesperidin is not recommended and even dangerous to apply also apply to Venarus:
- personal intolerance to the components of the drug, as well as an allergy to citrus fruits;
- lactation period.
The use of the drug "Venarus" during pregnancy is not contraindicated. To date, not a single case of any undesirable effects has been identified with the use of the drug during gestation.
Do they drink Venarus tablets during pregnancy?
Most women during the period of bearing a child develop a violation of the outflow of blood in the vessels through which the blood moves to the heart. Often, pathology develops rapidly and requires immediate treatment.
To eliminate and alleviate the clinical picture of venous diseases, various angioprotectors are used. During the gestation period, the treatment process is carried out carefully. After all, the illiterate use of medicines can be dangerous not only for a woman, but also for an unborn child.
The instructions for use with “Venarus” during pregnancy indicate that during clinical trials on animals, no embryonic development was detected. But studies involving women in position have not been conducted. The risk category for the fetus is not defined. However, its use should be carried out as prescribed by the doctor. Dosage may differ sharply from the recommended in the instructions.
Venus by trimester
At different stages of pregnancy, the same drugs have a completely different effect on a woman and a fetus. Therapy with Venus involves a long course, sometimes up to a year. If a woman becomes pregnant during treatment, it is necessary to tell the gynecologist that angioprotectors are undergoing therapy. The doctor will adjust the dosage, or cancel the drug.
Application, depending on the term:
- I trimester. The use of Venus during early pregnancy is not advisable. In the first weeks, there is a restructuring of the woman’s body and active embryonic development - the birth of organs, the formation of systems. In the first trimester, it is better to reduce any risk of negative effects on the fetus.
- II trimester. If the pregnancy is singleton and develops normally, then problems with venous circulation usually occur by the end of this trimester. "Venarus" is taken in strict accordance with the recommendations of a doctor. If the tablets do not have the desired effect, or cause side effects, you should inform your doctor.
- III trimester. In the last weeks of gestation, women often experience hemorrhoids. "Venarus" is often prescribed by doctors for this disease. It relieves acute symptoms.
How to take Venus for hemorrhoids during pregnancy
For the effective treatment of hemorrhoids, specific complex measures are used. Their choice depends on the stage of the disease. At the initial stages, they stop at conservative therapy. It aims to relieve symptoms and reduce exacerbation.
The drug is often prescribed as part of complex therapy for hemorrhoids, including women in position. If you believe the reviews, "Venarus" during pregnancy from hemorrhoids is quite effective. But it must be borne in mind that the dosage is individual, it should be calculated by the gynecologist. An approximate treatment regimen for hemorrhoids with Venarus is:
- In chronic form, drink 2 tablets every 12 hours (morning / evening) with food. After two weeks, the number of tablets taken is halved. Duration of admission is 1.5 months.
- In acute hemorrhoids, they take two tablets 3 times a day (you should try to take it after the same number of hours). After three days, the dose is reduced to two pills twice a day. After another week, take one tablet in the morning and in the evening. The course is 45 days.
Side effects
The use of the drug "Venarus" during pregnancy can cause unwanted symptoms. If they occur, you should cancel the tool and consult a specialist. Among the side effects are the following:
- From the side of the central nervous system: general malaise, weakness, dizziness.
- From the digestive tract: dispersion disorders (stool, nausea), rarely abdominal pain.
- Respiratory system: rarely sore throat.
- Skin: urticaria, an unpleasant feeling of irritation, swelling of the face, lips.
special instructions
“Venarus interacts with some enzymes that accelerate the metabolism of drugs. If the patient is forced to drink medicines for health reasons and take Venus at the same time, it should be done only in consultation with the doctor.
When using the drug "Venarus" during pregnancy, you can not independently change the dose set by the doctor. The effect does not occur immediately, and a woman in a position, due to her emotional state, even more inadequately evaluates the effect of the drug. If there is no relief, you need to tell the doctor about it, and not drink more pills.
During the application of Venus, the maximum effect of therapy is ensured if it is combined with special diets. It is necessary to avoid stress on the legs, pregnant women to wear decompression stockings. If the use of “Venarus” in acute hemorrhoids does not provide relief, a proctological examination should be carried out and the method of therapy should be changed.
What can replace "Venarus" during gestation
Usually there are no problems with the use of the drug. But if the gynecologist decides that it is not safe to use the drug during gestation, you can try similar medications.
Analogues of Venus during pregnancy from hemorrhoids and varicose veins:
- “Detralex - tablets with serum of diosmin and flavonoids as an active substance.
- "Flebodia 600". The drug is available in tablets, it is considered one of the safest for use during pregnancy.
- “Troxirutin is an effective, and most importantly, cheap remedy. Sold in tablets and in gel form.
"Venarus" during pregnancy: reviews
Angioprotector is quite popular. Many have used it and share their opinions. Almost all reviews are positive. Girls write that during pregnancy, the drug does not cause side symptoms. And if they arise what exactly provoked them, it is not clear.
Those with hemorrhoids during the gestation period note that with the help of the drug it was possible to prevent the development of severe stages of the disease.
But doctors have a slightly different opinion. Judging by the reviews of doctors, “Venarus” during pregnancy is not the best remedy for venous diseases. The drug causes the formation of antigen in the blood. A baby may be born with a predisposition to allergies.