Pinosol ointment 10gr

Pinosol ointment instruction

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Composition and form of release

The Slovak manufacturer produces Pinosol in the form of a white thick ointment with a pleasant herbal odor. It is packaged in 10.0 g in aluminum tubes, the cap of which is equipped with a protrusion for convenient opening.
The secondary packaging for the combination product is a cardboard box with the attached annotation. The composition of the active components is represented by tocopherol acetate, levomenthol, thymol, pine and eucalyptus oils.
And for the formation of a gentle ointment base, the manufacturer used the following ingredients:
    petroleum jelly;
    waxing;
    butylhydroxyanisole;
    apricot kernel oil glyceride esters;
    macrogol.
Additional components help oils penetrate the nasal mucosa faster. They enhance the action of active ingredients, prolong it. Petroleum jelly and wax form a thin but durable film. Infectious agents are unable to penetrate through it, but oxygen and nutrients pass well.

Pharmacological properties

The therapeutic effect of Pinosol is based on the pharmacological action of oils. The useful properties of thymol, levomenthol obtained by extraction from mint and thyme are also important.
For any type of runny nose, narrowing of the nasal passages is characteristic due to the formation of edema. And it, in turn, is formed due to inflammation provoked by pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and sometimes fungi. Therefore, a high-quality remedy for rhinitis should have a complex effect on the mucous membranes of the nose. Ointment Pinosol meet this requirement.
They have diverse pharmacological properties:
    dilute mucus, contribute to its detachment from the mucosa and evacuation from the nasal passages;
    stop acute, subacute, chronic inflammatory processes;
    inhibit pathogenic microorganisms, interfere with their growth and reproduction;
    eliminate dryness of the mucosa due to e moisturizing, preventing moisture evaporation;
    reduce the severity of burning and pain;
    prevent the spread of pathology to healthy tissues;
    provide full, deep breathing.
Herbal preparations have a regenerative effect. After weakening inflammation and swelling in the nasal cavity, blood circulation improves. A sufficient amount of tissue begins to receive nutrients. Due to the acceleration of metabolism, damaged tissue is restored.
    Tocopherol (Vitamin E) is a powerful antioxidant of natural origin. It prevents premature destruction of cells by free radicals. Vitamin E strengthens local immunity, increases tissue resistance to external and internal negative factors.

Indications for use

Pinosol nasal ointment is intended for the treatment of rhinitis of an infectious origin. It is used to eliminate the characteristic symptoms of a runny nose of bacterial, viral origin. This is swelling and nasal congestion, separation of profuse thick secretions, burning, tickling and scratching in the nasal cavity.
Pinosol is especially in demand in the treatment of atrophic rhinitis occurring against the background of the gradual destruction of the mucosa. For this form of the common cold are characteristic:
    dryness and crusting;
    nosebleeds;
    worsening of smell.
Ointment are included in therapeutic regimens after surgical interventions. Their use in the rehabilitation period contributes to the restoration of tissues damaged during the operation.
The use of Pinosol is also advisable for drug rhinitis. This is the name of a pathological condition provoked by an excessively long (more than 7-10 days) use of vasoconstrictor drugs. The body can no longer do without them, reacting to their absence by the constant stuffiness of the nasal passages.
    Otolaryngologists recommend the use of Pinosol for the prevention of infections of the upper and lower respiratory tract. The application of ointment becomes a reliable protection against the penetration of pathogenic viruses and bacteria.

Contraindications

An absolute contraindication to treatment with Pinosol is individual intolerance to the active and auxiliary ingredients. It is not used in the treatment of rhinitis of allergic etiology due to the lack of antihistamine action in plant components. The tool is not used for sinusitis at any stage of the course. Powerful antibacterial drugs are needed in the treatment of this serious illness.
Pinosol ointment during pregnancy is used as directed by a doctor. It does not contain ingredients that can have a teratogenic effect. The ointment always becomes the dosage form of the first choice during pregnancy. The reason is the lack of a large number of synthetic additives.

Instructions for use of ointment

Single and daily doses, the duration of treatment is determined by the otolaryngologist. It takes into account the type of runny nose, the form of its course, the intensity of the symptoms. If the doctor has not prescribed an individual dosage regimen, you should adhere to the instructions for use of Pinosol ointment. How is a therapeutic procedure using herbal remedies:
    Previously, the nasal cavity is cleaned of mucus, dry crusts by washing with solutions of antiseptics or sodium chloride.
    A strip of 5 mm long is squeezed out of the tube and applied with a cotton swab to the mucosa.
    The wings of the nose are gently massaged to evenly distribute the drug on the inflamed tissues.
Combined funds are used up to 4 times a day. The last application must be before bedtime. Such therapeutic tactics eliminates breathing problems at night. During sleep, the recovery processes of damaged mucous membranes are also significantly accelerated. The duration of the therapeutic course is up to 2 weeks for the ointment. Treatment can be extended only with the permission of the otolaryngologist.

Pinosol for children

According to the instructions for use, Pinosol ointment is prescribed from 1 year in the diagnosis of acute or chronic runny nose. Dosage calculation is made taking into account the type of disease, age and weight of the child. In the treatment of children, it is especially important not to exceed the amount applied to the mucous membranes. Their blood vessels are located close to the surface, therefore, in violation of the dosing regimen, the risk of developing allergies is high.

Overdose

The components of the ointment penetrate into the systemic circulation in a small amount. With external use of ointment , no cases of overdose were noted. A similar pathological condition is possible when swallowing funds.
An overdose is clinically manifested by dizziness, digestive disorders and peristalsis. It is necessary to quickly rinse the stomach and take activated charcoal, Enterosgel, Smecta. Then you should consult a doctor for symptomatic treatment.

Side effects

The components of the ointment penetrate into the bloodstream in small quantities. Therefore, the development of a systemic adverse reaction is unlikely. In violation of the dosing regimen, local allergic manifestations are possible. This is an increase in the severity of swelling, burning, itching.

special instructions

If relief does not occur after 1-2 days of using Pinosol, you should inform your doctor about this. To eliminate the symptoms of rhinitis, he will prescribe a remedy with other active substances. In some cases, increasing the effectiveness of therapy allows increasing dosages.
With caution, all dosage forms should be used for patients with severe pathologies of the liver, kidneys, and cardiovascular system. Before treating children, it is necessary to establish the cause of the inflammation of the mucosa. In pediatrics, the drug is used to diagnose viral or bacterial rhinitis.

Terms and conditions of storage

The shelf life of ointment is 24 months. It is limited to one year after opening the tube. Store medicines in a dark place at room temperature. If they exfoliate, the color or smell changes, then this indicates their unsuitability for therapy.

Drug interaction

No cases of negative interaction of the components of the ointment with the ingredients of other agents have been described. But they are inappropriate to use with drugs that have a vasoconstrictor effect.

Reviews

Lyudmila Sheveleva, pharmacist
Pinosol is an effective pharmacological drug that has a gentle effect on the body of an adult and a child. The ingredients of natural origin are not aggressive, so during the treatment process there is no painful addiction. These herbal remedies compare favorably with vasoconstrictive sprays and drops. And to eliminate the likelihood of adverse reactions will allow compliance with the dosage regimen.
Elizabeth
On the thematic forums there are exclusively positive reviews about Pinosol ointment. I always use this remedy during respiratory infections complicated by the common cold. It quickly eliminates nasal congestion, unpleasant sensations of dryness and burning.
Zoya
Ointment Pinosol, the doctor advised to use from a chronic runny nose, which developed against a sore throat. The drug, unlike Naphthyzin and Galazolin, does not dry the mucous membranes, but moisturizes them. He copes well with crusts, tickling in the nose.

Terms of sell

You don't need a prescription to buy Pinosol ointment.