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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Septophyte is a medicine that is used for diseases of the throat.
Indications The Septuffer
It is used in the following situations:
- therapy for pathologies in the oral cavity and throat with infectious and inflammatory origin: tonsillitis, periodontal disease, pharyngitis with stomatitis and laryngitis;
- protection of the mucosa of the respiratory ducts, as well as the healing of its dried, infected or damaged areas;
- irritation and dryness of the mucous membranes in the mouth and nasopharynx (due to inhalation of poorly humidified, dry air inside heated or air-conditioned rooms, and also because of disorders of the respiratory processes through the nose and during sports);
- combined treatment of symptoms of asthma and bronchitis in the acute or chronic stages (dry cough);
- increased load on the vocal cords;
- strengthening the strength of the gums;
- bad breath.
In addition, it is prescribed to prevent the development of seasonal diseases and infections before and after surgery in the mouth or throat.
Release form
The release of the drug produced in tablets, in the amount of 12 or 36 pieces inside the box.
Pharmacodynamics
Usnic acid has antiviral, antibacterial, and besides this antiproliferative, antiprotozoal and analgesic properties. After using the drug inside the mouth, a special protective film is formed that covers damage to the mucous membrane (infectious or mechanical origin). The same film protects the vocal cords with the larynx, which allows to remove hoarseness in the voice and sore throat. At the same time, Septophyte helps to strengthen the gums and significantly slows down the development of periodontal disease.
Usnic acid has antibacterial activity against these types of pathogens:
- Gram-positive microbes: Staphylococcus aureus, fecal enterococcus, pyogenic streptococcus, enterococcus fetium and streptococcus mutants;
- aerobes: Fragilis bacteroids, Tethoitomycron bacterium, Bacteroides brevis, Vulgatus bacteroids, Clostridium perfringens and acne propionibacteria;
- mycobacteria: aurum, avium, smegmatis and Koch's wand.
The active ingredient has antiviral effect on HSV and Epstein-Barr virus.
Pharmacokinetics
The bioavailability of the active ingredient is approximately 78%; indicator of protein synthesis inside the blood plasma - 99%. The level of clearance of the substance is about 12.2 ml / hour / kg.
Dosing and administration
The tablets must be kept in the mouth, until they completely dissolve. It is forbidden to chew or drink the medicine.
Adolescents from 12 years old and adults should take 4-6 tablets per day (at 4-6 hour intervals).
Children aged 4-12 years old must take no more than 4 tablets per day (receptions are held at 6-hour intervals).
After the disappearance of the signs of the disease, it is necessary to take the drug for another 2-3 days to get a persistent drug effects.
Since the drug is well tolerated, it is allowed to use for a long time, but in the absence of improvements after 5 days of use, it is recommended to turn to other methods of therapy.
It can also be used for seasonal prophylaxis of the development of respiratory pathologies - in the above described portions.
In addition, Septophyta is used to protect the respiratory ducts or vocal cords with increased load on them. In this case, the drug is used in the amount of the 1st tablet 1-2 times per day (you need to slowly dissolve it in your mouth). Exceeding the maximum daily dosage is prohibited.
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Use The Septuffer during pregnancy
Information regarding the use of a septophyte during lactation or pregnancy is not available.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated to use in the presence of intolerance with respect to the active component or auxiliary elements of drugs.
Side effects The Septuffer
Often the drug is transferred without complications. In isolated cases, signs of intolerance may occur.
Storage conditions
Septophyte is required to keep in a dark and dry place, closed from the access of young children. Temperature indicators - within the mark of 25 ° C.
Shelf life
Septophyte can be used within 24 months from the date of manufacture of the pharmaceutical agent.
Application for children
It is impossible to prescribe medication for children under 4 years of age (due to the likelihood of development of aspiration, as well as inappropriate dosage form).
Analogs
Analogues of drugs are medications Strepsils, Falimint and Traysils from Ingalipt-km.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Septofite" 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.