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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Saline is used as an isotonic solution. It is widely used in the dehydration of various genesis. To date, this drug is in demand.
Indications Salin
Indications for use Saline is an application for dehydration of various genesis. Basically, the medication is used to maintain the volume of blood plasma during and after operations. In addition, the agent is used as a solvent for various preparations.
In the form of a hypertonic solution is used for violations of water-electrolyte metabolism. This is mainly due to deficiency of sodium and chlorine ions. It is widely used for hypoosmolar dehydration of various genesis. Especially in cases when it was caused by vomiting, diarrhea and burns. Also with pulmonary hemorrhage, gastric fistula and intestinal bleeding.
Eye drops, and ointment are used to irritate the cornea of inflammatory and allergic diseases. In general, the drug is widely used in combination therapy. To date, the most commonly used medication is in the form of eye drops and ointments. Saline is really a good and effective remedy. It can be used only on the advice of a specialist.
Release form
Form release as a spray and drops. The nasal spray has 0.65%. It contains sodium chloride and auxiliary substances. Among them are: sodium bicarbonate and phenylcarbinol.
Packaging of the medicine is 44 ml each. This is an ordinary bottle with a nebulizer. In this form, the tool is quite simple and convenient to use. Each vial is in a separate cardboard pack.
There is no other form of release of the drug. It is taken either as a solution or as eye drops and ointment. The activity of this medication is quite diverse, which allows you to choose a specific form of release. When choosing a variety of this tool you need to build on the goal. Because the medication can be used both as drops for minor problems, and as a support solution during the operation. Saline is widely used for its unique properties. They are achieved with the help of active components that make up the medicament.
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Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacodynamics Salin - effectively removes the swelling of the mucous membrane. Getting in the nasal ways, it quickly eliminates inflammation and swelling. When pawning the nose, it releases breathing due to its unique properties. In a few minutes he liquefies the mucus and removes it from the nasal passages.
Perfectly purified sodium chloride solution is excellent for nasal secretions. Additional compounds included in its composition produce a normalization of the acid-base balance of the rock salt solution to the level of the secretion of the nasal mucosa.
The drug serves as an antiseptic. It is used in the fight against bacteria, viruses and fungi. All this is due to the addition of benzalkonium chloride.
The use of this drug can reduce the frequency of use of other local anti-inflammatory drugs. This normalizes the transport and olfactory function of the mucosa. All this leads to the normalization of nasal ventilation and significantly reduces the recovery time after surgery. The effectiveness of Saline has been proven more than once.
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetics Saline is the effectiveness of the main component in combination with additional substances. The drug is able to normalize a person's condition. It is used mainly as a combination therapy. Thus, it is possible not only to reduce the frequency of use of other drugs, but also in a short time to feel considerable relief.
Thanks to additional connections, the nasal passages from the rhinitis are released. The medicine serves as an excellent antiseptic and all this because of the content of benzalkonium chloride in it.
The medicine perfectly normalizes the transport and olfactory functions of the mucous membrane. In addition, all this leads to a normalization of nasal ventilation and a reduction in recovery time after surgery. The high efficacy of Saline medication has been proven by many studies. Due to its unique composition, the medicine allows you to feel relief in a few minutes after the application.
Dosing and administration
The way of application and dose is appointed individually. So, for babies and children, one depression is enough for each nostril. For an adult, the dose can be doubled. The number of medicines used per day depends on the complexity of the situation. Basically, it is used as needed.
With the vertical position of the vial, the solution is released from it in the form of an aerosol. In horizontal - in the form of a jet of liquid. If the bottle is turned over, then the drop will come out of it. It's just an incredibly versatile tool.
Adults can use it without special restrictions. As for children, it is better to limit 2-3 applications per day. Detailed information on this issue will be provided by the attending physician. Much depends on the state of the person and the problem that he has. Despite the fact that there are no special restrictions regarding the use of the drug, caution should be exercised. Salin is a new solution to all troubling problems.
Use Salin during pregnancy
The use of Saline during pregnancy is permitted, but only as a spray for the nose. There have been no studies on the effect of the active components of the drug on the mother and the unborn child.
Despite the fact that the drug can be used in pregnancy and during breastfeeding, it should be done with caution. The fact is that a small part of the medicine is able to penetrate the body. How the developing fetus will react is not known.
In the first trimester, the use of any remedy is prohibited. It is always necessary to assess sensitively the positive effect for the mother with a negative impact on the developing organism. And the first criterion should be much higher than the last one. Any intervention is always accompanied by a consultation of an experienced specialist. The first months of pregnancy are quite easy to harm. Therefore, any drug, including Saline should be used under the supervision of a doctor.
Contraindications
Contraindications to the use of Saline are the impossibility of using the drug in the presence of hypersensitivity to its main components. This can lead to the appearance of an allergic reaction with varying complexity. Therefore, the risk in this case may not be justified.
If there is a violation of acid-base balance in the body, it is by no means possible to use the medication. Excess sodium ions in the blood, lack of potassium and even extracellular dehydration completely exclude the possibility of treatment with this drug.
With edema of the brain or lungs, there is also a certain prohibition. Take the drug is not worth it and if the heart and kidney function is impaired. That's why the medicine should be used only after consulting a doctor. Any independent intervention can lead to serious consequences. Saline does not include harmful components, but it can cause an allergic reaction.
Side effects Salin
Side effects of Salin were not noted. But, despite this, do not exclude this possibility. The fact is that each organism is individual in its own way. Therefore, there is a possibility of an inadequate reaction to this drug. Many sprays and drops can cause overdrying of the nasal mucosa and cause irritation.
It is extremely rare, especially when it comes to the preparation Saline. It consists of natural ingredients and can not lead to such unpleasant symptoms.
If strange reactions from the body are observed during the use of the medicine, the doctor should be informed immediately. It is likely that a person has exceeded the allowable dose of the drug or has a hypersensitivity to certain components. In any case, leave everything on its own. Organisms are individual and the reaction can be really serious and dangerous. Take Saline with extreme caution.
Overdose
Registered cases when there was an overdose, was not recorded. The medicine is not able to change the speed of a person's reaction and affect the ability to drive vehicles.
Despite the fact that there have been no cases of overdose, it is not necessary to rule out the possibility of their occurrence. So, too high a dose of the drug can lead to negative symptoms from the body. It is not excluded the appearance of irritation of the nasal mucosa. In this case, you just need to stop taking the medication and report the problem to the treating doctor.
Naturally, exclude the possibility of getting the drug into the body is not worth it. For example, a child can accidentally swallow a small amount of medicines. In this case, it is necessary to immediately rinse the stomach. The organs of the digestive tract are affected by nausea and vomiting. The body should be immediately released from the medicine. If necessary, symptomatic treatment after SALIN will be prescribed.
Interactions with other drugs
Interactions Saline with other drugs is possible, but not only with glucocorticoids in increased amounts. This can lead to a negative reaction from the body.
It is not worth using spy with the means that have such an effect. Naturally, this drug is widely used as a combination therapy. Despite this, it should not be allowed that the funds have the same active components. This will lead to a high concentration of them in the human body. In this case, a strong allergic reaction is not excluded.
When using these or other drugs, you should always consult a doctor. After all, the wrong interaction of some funds can lead to serious consequences, which is highly discouraged. Saline is really a powerful remedy, but in view of its some peculiarities to combine it with glucocorticoids, in no case it is impossible.
Storage conditions
Storage conditions Saline is desirable to comply. Thus, the temperature regime should not exceed 30 degrees of heat. It is desirable to store the product in a dry and warm place where there is no access to direct sunlight. Moisture and cold have always been enemies of many drugs.
It is not recommended to let the medicine get into the hands of the baby. He can take too much money. Despite the fact that it is applied without restriction and if necessary, this should be avoided.
A good place to store is the first aid kit. It is important to pay attention to the external data of the medicine. Any change in the taste, color and smell of the medicine should make a person think. Such "reactions" are the result of incorrect storage, operation and damage to the vial itself. In this case, use of the medication is not recommended. He will not cause special damage to the body, but he will not benefit from it either. Saline is an effective tool that can both help and harm, of course, if used improperly.
Shelf life
Shelf life of the drug is 3 years. In fact, these are just numbers. To ensure that the product has actually served the specified period, it must be stored correctly. A dry warm place without direct sunlight is the optimal condition.
Do not put the drug in the refrigerator. Do not expose it to moisture. In no case should children have access to the drug. They by their ignorance can harm not only the medicine, but also their health.
It is desirable that for the entire period of storage the product does not change its taste and external data. Otherwise, it must be discarded, because no positive effect will be observed.
At the expiration of the expiration date, it is in no way possible to use the medication. Even though he did not change his external data, and the bottle was not damaged. The drug is useful only in a certain period. In this case, Salin is no exception.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Salin" 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.