Novalgin: Warum ich es als Arzt nur im Notfall verschreibe.

Novalgin, metamizole, side effects, agranulocytosis, interactions with alcohol. These are precisely the terms people often only search for when problems have already arisen. Yet, Novalgin is found in millions of German households, even though it's not approved in some countries. This video isn't about panic, but rather a sober question: When is Novalgin appropriate, and when would it be a bad idea from a medical perspective? You'll learn about the most important risks, warning signs, interactions, and risk groups. 📘 "Healthy in the Future" – an invitation to long-term health: https://bit.ly/inZukunftgesund 00:00 | Novalgin: When I wouldn't prescribe it as a doctor 02:33 | Side effects 05:55 | What is Novalgin? 08:27 | When I wouldn't take it myself 12:04 | Interactions with medications 14:20 | Interaction with alcohol 16:33 | Long-term effects 18:41 | Risk Groups #novalgin #medicine #health Novalgin contains the active ingredient metamizole and is not a typical everyday pain reliever like ibuprofen or aspirin. Metamizole has pain-relieving, fever-reducing, and antispasmodic effects. It is primarily used for severe, sometimes spasmodic pain, e.g. For example, in cases of kidney or biliary colic or in postoperative situations According to the script, it is not the first-line treatment for mild to moderate everyday pain Guidelines recommend milder standard options such as paracetamol or NSAIDs like ibuprofen for mild pain More common, generally milder side effects include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and sometimes dizziness/circulatory problems A drop in blood pressure can occur, especially with rapid intravenous administration Rare but very dangerous side effects include severe allergic reactions, up to and including anaphylactic shock Agranulocytosis, a dramatic drop in certain white blood cells (granulocytes), is particularly feared This can severely compromise the body's defenses against infection, so that even a simple infection can progress to sepsis and organ failure Warning signs such as fever, fatigue, or a flu-like feeling after several days of use should be taken seriously According to the script, agranulocytosis can also occur days after discontinuation of the medication occur Metamizole is not approved or has been withdrawn from the market in countries such as the USA, Great Britain, and Sweden. According to the script, the EMA has also initiated stricter review procedures due to ongoing reports of serious side effects and deaths. The spokesperson would not take Novalgin himself for mild to moderate pain, tension headaches, muscle tension, chronic back pain, or mild fever. For chronic pain, guidelines generally recommend a stepwise approach to pain management with safer medications and non-drug therapies. Metamizole can interact with other medications, weakening or strengthening their effects. Studies cited: Study 1: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27766... Study 2: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40423... Study 3: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39912... Study 4: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30311... Study 5: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36028... ▬ About this channel ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ With "Video Visit Dr. Weigl," you've found a current and medically sound channel that explains topics related to pain, medicine, and health in an understandable way, based on facts, guidelines, and studies. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ... ▬ Weigl's MedNight: The video podcast with the University Hospital Bonn ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42EJfPT ▬ More Videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Novalgin: Everyone should know about the risks of this painkiller:    • Novalgin: Diese Risiken vom Schmerzmittel ...   High Blood Pressure: Should you cut out coffee, alcohol, and meat?:    • Bluthochdruck: Kaffee-, Alkohol- & Fleisch...   The best tips for beautiful skin:    • Reine Haut: Die besten Tipps für schöne Ha...   Cleansing your arteries: Important!:    • Arterien reinigen: Wichtig! Fakten und Tip...   Sugar: A health killer - Not dangerous after all Sweet: https://bit.ly/Zucker_Video ▬ Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ►Facebook: https://bit.ly/facebook_DrWeigl ►Website: https://doktorweigl.de ►TikTok:   / doktorweigl   ►Instagram:   / doktorweigl   ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Legal Notice / Disclaimer: These videos are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for personal consultation, examination, or diagnosis by a doctor. Consult a licensed, qualified medical professional. Especially when it comes to medication, consult your doctor and read the package insert. The information provided cannot and must not be used to make independent diagnoses. Liability is excluded. Facebook & Instagram Icon: Icon made by freepik from www.flaticon.com Twitter Icon: Icon made by Pixel perfect from www.flaticon.com Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com 3D images: Sharecare YOU Pro Website: https://www.sharecare.com/