Medical expert of the article
New publications
Preparations
Vilozen
Last reviewed: 10.08.2022
All iLive content is medically reviewed or fact checked to ensure as much factual accuracy as possible.
We have strict sourcing guidelines and only link to reputable media sites, academic research institutions and, whenever possible, medically peer reviewed studies. Note that the numbers in parentheses ([1], [2], etc.) are clickable links to these studies.
If you feel that any of our content is inaccurate, out-of-date, or otherwise questionable, please select it and press Ctrl + Enter.
Vilozen is an immunostimulant, belongs to the group of immunomodulators and cytokines. Promotes proliferative and differentiating processes in relation to T-lymphocytes, has immunomodulatory activity, suppresses the formation of reagins and the development of delayed intolerance. [1]
The medication is used for local treatment, in contrast to thymalin with tactivin and thymoptin. It is prescribed for nasal instillation or nasal inhalation. [2]
Indications Vilozen
It is used to treat lesions of the upper part of the respiratory tract of an allergic nature ( hay fever , rhinosinusitis of an infectious-allergic type).
Release form
The release is realized in the form of a nasal powder, inside ampoules with a volume of 20 mg. The box contains 10 such ampoules or 5 vials equipped with a dropper cap.
Dosing and administration
The drug is used locally - in the form of intranasal inhalation or nasal drops. During the day, 20 mg of the substance should be administered (1 bottle or ampoule). Before the introduction, you need to add boiled water or 0.9% NaCl (2 ml) to the ampoule with the medicine. Vilozen should be instilled in 5-7 drops inside each nostril, 5 times a day, or perform 1-time intranasal inhalation.
In the case of pollinosis, the drug is started to be used when the first clinical signs appear. To prevent the development of hay fever, the medication is used 1 week before the possible development of clinical manifestations of the disease. The therapeutic cycle lasts 14-20 days. It can be repeated if necessary.
- Application for children
There is no information regarding the use of the drug in pediatrics.
Use Vilozen during pregnancy
There is no information regarding the use of Vilozen during pregnancy or HB.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated to prescribe a medication with severe intolerance to its components.
Side effects Vilozen
During the first week of using the drug, a short-term cephalalgia may occur and the sensation of nasal congestion may be potentiated. Allergy symptoms may occur.
Storage conditions
Vilozen should be kept in a dark place, out of the reach of children. Temperature indicators - no more than 25 ° С.
Shelf life
Vilozen can be used for 36 months from the date of the pharmaceutical product release. The shelf life of the finished solution is 1 day.
Analogs
An analogue of the drug is Timalin.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Vilozen" 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.