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Inhaliptus
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Inhalipt has antimicrobial, as well as anti-inflammatory effect.
Indications of the inhalipta
It is used to eliminate pharyngitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis, aphthous or ulcerative stomatitis, and other infectious inflammatory diseases affecting the ENT organs and oral mucosa.
Release form
The release is made in the form of a spray or an aerosol, in cans with a capacity of 20, 25, and also 30 or 50 ml. Inside the box - 1 such a can.
Pharmacodynamics
The drug is polycomponent and is applied topically. Soluble sulfonamides that are part of the drug have an antimicrobial effect against gram-negative and-positive bacteria, which provoke the development of diseases inside the oral cavity.
Timol, and in addition, eucalyptus and peppermint oil have antimycotic (against fungi candida), antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and weak analgesic effects.
Dosing and administration
The medication is prescribed for local irrigation of the mucous membranes in the mouth area, as well as the nasopharynx.
Before using the drug, put the nebulizer on the can and then shake it. Irrigation is carried out by pressing the nozzle - the affected area is evenly treated with a drug.
During the inhalation procedure, 2-3 injections are performed. Keep the medication in your mouth should be for 5 minutes. It is necessary to perform such irrigation four times a day. The duration of the course is determined by the intensity of the therapy. Often it is 7-10 days.
The treatment scheme used for adults is also prescribed for children. The sizes of portions in children are selected taking into account their age and with the permission of the doctor.
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Use of the inhalipta during pregnancy
Use Ingalipt in lactation or pregnancy is allowed exclusively under the supervision of the treating doctor, provided that there are life indications and taking into account the condition of the woman and the fetus / child.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated to prescribe a medicament to people who are allergic to any of its constituent elements.
Side effects of the inhalipta
With the use of drugs can develop such side effects as a feeling of general weakness, difficulty with the respiratory process, nausea with vomiting, and in addition, local symptoms (the appearance of perspiration and burning or the appearance of a "lump" in the throat) and manifestations of allergies (such as itching, rash and puffiness at the site of contact of the drug with the skin).
People with hypersensitivity can develop Quincke's edema.
Overdose
During intoxication, potentiation of the side effects of the drug is observed.
When symptoms of an overdose appear, it is necessary to stop therapy, and also rinse the oral cavity with plain water. Symptomatic procedures are also performed.
Shelf life
Inhalipt can be used for 2 years from the date of manufacture of the therapeutic agent.
Application for children
It is forbidden to prescribe drugs to children under 3 years of age.
In addition, it should be borne in mind that Ingalipt can cause bronchial spasm in children of any age (due to the presence of eucalyptus and mint oil in its composition). In the reviews rarely write about the development of such violations, but in any case, you should use the medication, given the likelihood of reflex spasm of the bronchi.
Therapy should be carried out solely under the supervision of the treating doctor.
Analogues
Analogues of the drug are such drugs as Cameton, Vokasept, Strepsils and Ingalipt-Vial, and in addition Proposol, Geksoral, Triisils and Ingaflu. Also on the list are Ajisept, Tantum Verde, Laryngalipt and Rince Lorcept.
Reviews
Ingalipt receives excellent reviews from people who used it with pharyngitis with laryngitis, as well as angina. Only rarely do you find comments about the absence of the effect of using drugs, as well as the appearance of side effects.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Inhaliptus" 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.