Ilvico: What is it and what is it for?

What is ilvico?

Ilvico®is a synthetic combination medicine, which contains three active ingredients that areparacetamol, caffeine(1) and brompheniramine maleate(2), whichcause an analgesic, antipyretic and antihistamine effecton conditions of influenza origin.

Note: This medicine is marketed by the company namedLaboratorios Vicks, S.L. (3)

What is the ilvico for?

• The ilvico®serves to relieve symptoms caused by flu, coldsor coldsin the upperrespiratorytract.
• It is used to treat:
  • Processes of flu and catarrhal states accompanied byfever, mild or moderate pain and runny nose.

Dosage and routes of administration of ilvico

Ilvico comes in the following forms: ilvico 20 tablets with paracetamol 325 mg, caffeine 30 mg and brompheniramine maleate 3 mg, and ilvico®®® granules for oral solution. The administration isby mouthand the way to take ilvico® is as follows:

• Ilvico® coated tablets:1 tablet every 6 or 8 hours. Do not exceed the dose of 4 tablets every 24 hours.
• Granulated Ilvico®; Adults 1 sachet of 500 mg every 8 hours. Children over 12 years of age, 1 sachet every 8 hours.

Side effects of ilvico

The consumption of ilvico® may cause in certain patients,possible side effectssuch as the following:

• Allergic reactions from contact with any component of the formula.
• Possible dizziness, sedation and hypotension.
• It can alter the rhythm of theheart.
• Diarrhea, abdominal pain andconstipation.
• Pupil dilation, blurred vision and dry eye.
• Alterations in intellectual capacity and fatigue may occur.
• Sometimes headache, seizures, and increased respiratory secretions.

Important: If any of these adverse reactions appear, discontinue use and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Contraindications and warnings of ilvico

ilvico® is contraindicated in the following circumstances:

• In patients with hypersensitivity to any of its components.
• During pregnancy or lactation.
• In children under 12 years of age.
• In patients with liver or kidney disease.
• In patients older than 65 years.
• In people with ulcers in the stomach or intestine.

You should know: It is recommended that you provide your doctor with information regarding your health history before starting treatment with ilvico®.

Avoid if you have:

• Medication with other medications.
• Anemia.
• Any thyroid or stomach disease.
• Medication with central nervous system depressant drugs. system depressant drugs.
• Diabetes or some heart disease.

Warnings:

• This medicine should not be taken with alcoholic beverages, as it can cause liver damage.
• In case of overdose, go immediately to a health center.
• You should be especially careful when taking ilvico® with other medicines used for other pathologies.
• The contents of the container should be kept in a dry and cool place.
• It is recommended to have more information, read the communication of adverse effects in the technical data sheet of the product.
• The consumption of ilvico® with other foods that are a source of caffeine is not recommended.
• It is advisable to review the therapeutic strategy, if there is no improvement after 5 days of treatment.
• Follow the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist exactly.