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A-Cerumen
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Indications A-Cerumen
Its direct purpose is to remove the plugs from the sulfur that formed in the ear canal. In addition, it is also used as a means of preventing this phenomenon. It can also be used to maintain the purity of the ears. Especially for those patients who use hearing aids in everyday life. Similarly, you can say people using mobile technology and headphones. After all, they contribute to the release of excess sulfur. A-Cerumene is recommended for people who prefer water sports and for a long time are in dark and unventilated rooms with excessive dust.
Release form
Form release of the drug in the form of vials-droppers. And they can be of different dosage. It is standard 2 ml, which are in droppers made of polymer materials. As a rule, they are enclosed in a cardboard package, the number of them does not exceed 5 bottles. This is the standard. Often found only in the bottle-droppers. There is simply no other form of output! Therefore, attention should be paid to this fact. An exception may be the dosage of the drug. In general, this ear-solution A-Cerumene is produced in 2 ml vials.
Pharmacodynamics
A-Cerumene is used exclusively for external use. It includes a huge number of active substances that purify the auditory passage from excessive sulfur. Thanks to him you can not worry about the appearance of traffic jams. If a person already has traffic jams, he can clean them in a short time. Only here to apply A-Cerumen should be neat. It is important not to introduce the bottle itself deeply enough, so as not to damage anything. In addition, such use can lead to allergies. Therefore, some caution must be exercised.
Pharmacokinetics
A-Cerumen, thanks to the content of active components, relieves a person from unnecessary problems. When the medicine is instilled in the ear, no systemic absorption is observed. But still, you should carefully monitor the process. The solution of A-Cerumene contains active components, which relieve a person of sulfuric cork. Naturally, it is better not to bring to such a state. But if this happens, the drug is able to quickly cope with the problem. It is important to apply the medicine correctly. It is advisable to consult a doctor.
Dosing and administration
Solution A-Cerumen is intended for instillation in the ear. Before using it, it is worth heating the liquid to room temperature. Simply put, just mute wait and hold the bottle in the palm of your hand. To avoid irritation, do not insert the tip too deeply. How much it is necessary to instill funds and how often to do this is determined by the attending physician. In general, 1 ml is prescribed for each ear, but not more than twice a month. If this does not work, then you should contact a specialist for assistance.
Use A-Cerumen during pregnancy
A-Cerumene can be used during pregnancy. In fact, the drug does not contain anything that could affect the development of the fetus. Therefore, it can be used freely, even without consulting a doctor. Pregnant women and those who breastfeed are fully allowed to use it. But in this case, it is worth paying attention to the components of the drug. After all, not everyone can approach, even more than that, cause allergies. Thus, people with increased sensitivity to the components of the drug A-Cerumene its use is strictly prohibited. In any case, it is advisable to consult a doctor.
Contraindications
Contraindications to the use of A-Cerumene is very obvious. It is used in the case when a sulfur plug is formed in the ear. Sometimes it is used to prevent this phenomenon. Basically, the drug is prescribed for people who overuse the headset and use hearing aids. Applying the drug to people with increased sensitivity to the components of the drug is strictly prohibited, especially if inflammation is observed, and there are also shunts in the eardrum. In this case, you should abandon the use of the drug A-Cerumen.
Side effects A-Cerumen
A-Cerumene does not have side effects. All people who used this drug did not observe the development of any undesirable effects. The only side effect can be observed in patients who are hypersensitive. They are quite likely to have an itch and rash at the site of application. In all other cases, there is nothing to worry about. But still, it is desirable to get advice from an experienced specialist. After all, no matter what the preparation of A-Cerumen, there are only people who do not fit it. So to exclude the occurrence of undesirable phenomena is not necessary.
Overdose
If you use this drug according to all the prescribed recommendations, then an overdose is simply impossible. And in general, all that can arise is an allergy that will not carry any danger to the human body. But, despite the fact that there were no cases of overdose, it is advisable to get a doctor's advice. After all, it is impossible to say for sure that no adverse reaction can be caused by the use of A-Cerumene in humans. It is important not to use the drug more often than written in the instructions.
Interactions with other drugs
If it is a question of other otoological means, then it is necessary to observe a certain interval between doses. Taking this medicine with others is entirely acceptable. But if othological means are also meant by them, then it should be done with caution. It is recommended to consult a doctor about this. In general, like any other drugs, A-Cerumen should be used with caution. The main thing is not to increase the "dose" on your own, in this case, problems can not arise.
Storage conditions
After the vial is opened, it can be stored for no more than a day. In closed form, the shelf life is 3 years. It is desirable to keep it indoors, the temperature in which does not exceed 30 degrees. Of course, like any medicine, A-Cerumen should be kept in a special way. Do not expose it to direct sunlight, despite the fact that it is staunchly able to withstand a temperature of 30 degrees. Naturally, after opening the vial, it is not recommended to store it for more than a day.
Shelf life
Shelf life does not exceed 3 years. If it is an open bottle, then no more than a day. In general, this drug has no contraindications and is applied topically. But in any case, before starting to use A-Cerumena, you should seek medical advice from a doctor. After the expiration date, the medicine should be discarded. It is forbidden to use it, it can harm the body. Even in spite of the fact that the packaging will be whole and without any mechanical damage. After all, we are talking about a drug, which includes active components.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "A-Cerumen" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.