Actovegin Medical Drug

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Description

Actovegin is free protein extract obtained from filtered calf blood and has an insulin-like effect of increased glucose utilization. It also increased uptake and utilization of oxygen. Enhanced absorption of glucose and oxygen intake are both essential factors in boosting cellular metabolism to improve physical performance and stamina. In addition, the drug improves regeneration process.

There have been reports linking Tiger Woods to use of Actovegin.

Uses and side effects

The drug is normally prescribed for circulation and nutrition disturbances, skin grafting, burns, and wound-healing impairment.

Actovegin is also used as a performance enhancer.

Actovegin is somewhat toxic and can cause nettle-rash, fever and edema. naphylactic shock has been observed.

It has been investigated for use in treatment of polyneuropathy in diabetes, and for stroke.