Hexosept

Hexosept is an antiseptic with antimicrobial activity. It is used for local treatment of dental diseases. The active component is the substance hexetidine.

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Indications Hexosepta

The spray is used for mild infections that occur inside the oral cavity:

• elimination of pain in the throat, as well as recurrent aphthous ulcers;
• getting rid of bad breath;
• treatment of candidiasis;
• therapy or prevention of the development of gingivitis (an auxiliary element of the combined course);
• before or after performing surgical dental procedures.

Release form

The product is produced in the form of a spray for oral cavity treatment, in 25 g canisters. The canisters are equipped with valves-nozzles, sprayers, and a protective cap. The box contains 1 canister with spray.

Pharmacodynamics

Hexetidine has an effect on gram-negative and -positive microbes, as well as yeast (Candida albicans) and fungi.

After local application, the preparation has an antiseptic (antifungal and antibacterial), and in addition, a hemostatic and minor analgesic effect. Along with this, it has enveloping properties and a deodorizing effect, which allows you to remove the bad smell that appears from the mouth. Enveloping the oral mucosa lasts 12 hours.

Hexetidine has a destructive effect on the membranes of microbial cells, which leads to their destruction, or destroys the processes of binding components required for bacterial reproduction. Antifungal action also develops as a result of disruption of the processes of formation of elements that contribute to the formation of fungal membranes.

Dosing and administration

For adults, children over 6 years old, and the elderly, the spray is applied locally to the affected areas and mucous membranes of the pharynx and oral cavity.

The size of the spray portion is equal to 1-6 presses on the spray nozzle. Each of the injections contains about 0.1 g of the drug. The affected areas are often treated 2 times a day - after meals: in the morning and then in the evening. The duration of such a course is prescribed by the doctor, taking into account the characteristics of the course of the pathology, as well as its severity.

The medicine cannot be used to eliminate long-term pathological manifestations.

Before use, remove the cap from the can and then put the spray nozzle on the valve. Before spraying the substance into the oral cavity, press the nozzle several times (approximately 4-6) until a dispersed stream appears. Before each new use, press 2 times - to get the solution into the sprayer, which will allow you to start using the spray.

When performing the procedure, it is necessary to direct the nozzle opening to the affected area of the throat or oral cavity, and then press on the spray. During this action, it is necessary to hold your breath for a short time. The can itself should be held vertically so that the nozzle is located on top; it is prohibited to use an inverted can.

After the procedure, you need to remove the nozzle from the valve and rinse it using plain warm water. The can should be closed with a protective cap.

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Use Hexosepta during pregnancy

There is no information on whether hexetidine can penetrate into breast milk or through the placenta. Therefore, it is prohibited to prescribe Hexosept to nursing mothers or pregnant women.

Contraindications

Main contraindications:

• the presence of intolerance to levomenthol, hexetidine, peppermint oil or other components of the medication;
• bronchial asthma, atrophic pharyngitis, and other pathologies developing in the respiratory tract and caused by the existing high sensitivity of the respiratory system. The inhalation procedure can provoke the development of bronchoconstriction.

Side effects Hexosepta

The use of the spray may cause the occurrence of certain side effects:

• respiratory disorders, functions of the sternum and mediastinum organs: the appearance of dyspnea or cough;
• lesions of the skin surface and subcutaneous tissues: development of contact dermatitis of an allergic nature;
• systemic disorders and disturbances at the site of spray application: transient change in the color of the tongue and teeth. Development of sensitivity of the oral mucosa, manifested by such signs as a feeling of irritation (feeling of heat, pain and itching) of the tongue or mucosa, a burning sensation and numbness. In addition, there is a decrease in sensitivity, the appearance of inflammation, the development of paresthesia or ulcers in the mucosa;
• immune disorders: signs of hypersensitivity, including laryngospasm, urticaria, bronchospasm and Quincke's edema;
• digestive disorders: development of dry mouth or dysphagia, painful sensations during swallowing, and an increase in the size of the salivary glands. Unintentional ingestion of the drug may cause gastrointestinal disorders - often vomiting with nausea;
• damage to the function of the nervous system: development of dysgeusia or ageusia, and in addition, disruption of the taste buds, lasting 48 hours (a sweet taste can turn into a bitter one twice).

If any negative effects occur, you should stop using the medication and consult your doctor.

Overdose

The main manifestations of intoxication.

If too much of the spray is absorbed, alcohol poisoning may develop (due to the fact that the medicine contains ethanol).

Swallowing too much of the drug causes nausea and vomiting, which prevents the substance from being absorbed properly.

The levels of hexetidine contained in Hexosept do not reach toxic levels when the drug is used in accordance with the instructions.

The risk of developing acute alcohol poisoning is quite low. Such intoxication can develop in a child who has swallowed a large portion of a medicinal substance.

There is no information about the occurrence of allergic symptoms due to taking excessive amounts of hexetidine.

Elimination of signs of drug poisoning.

In case of overdose, therapy is rarely necessary, but if it is required, symptomatic procedures are carried out.

Interactions with other drugs

There is a possibility of developing drug interactions with other antiseptics.

Inactivation of hexetidine may occur when the drug is combined with alkaline solutions.

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Storage conditions

Hexosept should be kept in a place out of reach of small children. Temperature values – maximum 25°C.

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Shelf life

Hexosept can be used for 2 years from the date of manufacture of the medicinal product.

Application for children

It is prohibited to prescribe the spray to children under 6 years of age.

Analogues

An analogue of the drug is the medicine Hexoral. Stomatidin also has a similar medicinal effect.

Reviews

Hexosept is considered an effective antiseptic, removing existing infections and preventing their development. Reviews also mention that the spray freshens breath.