First of all, it is recommended to choose the optimal combination of work and rest, take certain medications (such as Arcalion), avoid overexertion and do not get tired. Let’s consider the basic tips for asthenic syndrome:
- A patient with asthenia is not recommended to drink alcohol, smoke or even drink caffeinated beverages.
- Physical activity is recommended (especially walks in the fresh air, running, swimming, dancing). Jogging sometimes helps better than a visit to a psychiatrist or psychotherapist. Patients with depression who jogged daily were often reported to improve their physical and psychological well-being. There is even a famous phrase that reads: “Running is cheaper than therapy.” Of course, it should be noted that in some diseases, physical activity should be treated with caution. For example, it is not recommended to even do simple exercises immediately after the flu. It is better to gradually return to sports.
- A person should eat a variety of foods, in any case not to overeat, if possible, to give up sweet foods. It is necessary to make sure that the menu is enriched with vitamins, and that it has enough minerals. If there is a deficiency, take supplements, vitamin complexes. A person suffering from asthenic syndromes is advised to eat bananas, turkey, whole grain bread, eggs, rose hips, black currants, strawberries.
- It is also recommended a long vacation, preferably with a change of city, ie a trip for health purposes. An ideal option would be to visit the sanatorium.
- Create a healthy environment at home and in the workplace.
When asthenia is diagnosed, the following drug therapy is prescribed:
- adaptogens (for example, drugs based on ginseng, Chinese schisandra, echinacea);
- vitamins of group B, C, PP;
- trace elements (calcium, magnesium, zinc);
- nootropics (Cerecetam, ginkgo biloba, picamelon).
It is impossible to say how effective the above drugs are for each individual with asthenic syndrome.
When prescribing any therapy to yourself, you should always consult a doctor, as large doses of vitamins can inhibit the functioning of internal organs, which will also adversely affect the whole body. The doctor may also prescribe psychotropic drugs, but this is done by certain specialists (psychiatrist or neurologist) who have read the patient’s history.
There are many drugs used to treat autonomic pathologies. Different approaches allow you to quickly and effectively eliminate the disease. Because this disease is associated with a decrease in vitality and mental strength, the patient needs good rest, changes in environment and activities. This will allow the body to rest and store energy. But sometimes these recommendations for one reason or another are impractical. Therefore, they are added to drug therapy.
The support of loved ones will be a great help to normalize the condition. Spending time with family will give a lot of positive emotions, will fight drowsiness, irritability and helplessness.