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Chlorkhinaldine
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Chlorinaldine is an antiseptic with an antimicrobial effect, which is applied topically - for the treatment of dental diseases.
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Indications of the chlornhynaldine
It is used for inflammation in the oral cavity, in the tongue or gums, but also for stomatitis and fungus in the mouth or throat after therapy with antibiotics.
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Release form
The release is carried out in tablets, in the amount of 20 pieces inside the blister pack.
Pharmacodynamics
The active element of the drug, the substance chlorohinaldol, has a complex antiprotozoal, antibacterial and antimycotic effect.
Has activity against the following strains of pathogenic microbes: Staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenic, vulgar proteus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Shigella and Salmonella, and in addition diphtheria corynebacterium and Escherichia coli.
In addition, the drug acts on the simplest bacteria (dysentery amoeba, vaginal Trichomonas and intestinal lamblia), as well as individual fungi.
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Pharmacokinetics
Chlorkinaldine is used topically. Absorption of the active element of the preparation from the gastrointestinal tract is about 25%.
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Dosing and administration
Acceptable tablets can not be chewed - they need to be absorbed. The maximum dosage per day is 20 mg (10 tablets). Tablets are taken at intervals of 1-2 hours. In the absence of a positive result after 5 days of therapy, it is recommended to change the treatment regimen.
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Use of the chlornhynaldine during pregnancy
The drug is almost not absorbed from the digestive tract, so the risk of complications in the fetus is extremely low. But, despite the fact that there were no tests on the effect of the drug on the course of pregnancy, it is only allowed to use it in situations where the doctor believes that the benefits for the woman will be more likely than the possibility of the fetal abnormalities.
Due to the fact that the tests of exposure of Chlorinaldine to infants have not been performed, it is forbidden to use it in lactation.
Contraindications
Contraindication is the presence of intolerance with respect to the elements of the medication. Also forbidden to give to children, because for this group there is no necessary clinical information.
Side effects of the chlornhynaldine
Side-effects of the drug manifest themselves as burning or itching in the mouth. People with hypersensitivity are allergic - hives or rashes.
Storage conditions
Chlorhinaldine is required to be kept in a dark place, which is not accessible to young children. The temperature is between 15-25 ° C.
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Shelf life
Chlorhinaldine is allowed to be used for 3 years from the date of release of the drug.
Reviews
Chlorhinaldine is considered to be an effective drug in the treatment of irritation or sore throat. In the reviews, it is noted that the medicine has a minimum of contraindications and side effects, and does not cause an overdose. The advantage is also its low cost.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Chlorkhinaldine" 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.