Instruction for Septolete Total spray
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Composition and form of release
The drug is made in the form of a spray. The main components of the solution are cetylpyridinium chloride (5 mg) and benzidamine hydrochloride (1.5 mg).
Additional components of the medicine:
Water
Ethanol (96%)
Peppermint oil
Glycerol
Saccharin
Macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate.
Description in the instruction of Septolete total spray - the medicinal fluid is a clear solution with a yellowish tinge. In one bottle of dense polyethylene is 30 ml of solution.
The drug is placed in a cardboard box along with a dispenser-sprayer, a lid and instructions.
Pharmacological properties
The therapeutic effect of the drug is due to its composition. So benzidamine belongs to the NSAID group. This means that the substance has a local anesthetic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect.
The pharmacological effect of benzidamine is achieved by blocking the production of prostaglandins, which provoke the inflammatory process. Therefore, the substance is used to relieve swelling, pain and hyperemia in the oropharynx.
Cetylpyridinium chloride is an ammonium compound that has a powerful antiseptic and antimicrobial effect. The substance also has disinfectant and antifungal properties.
The principle of action of cetylpyridinium is based on the interaction with the lipoproteins of the cell membranes of pathogens, as a result of which the membranes are destroyed and the microbes die. The substance destroys gram-positive bacteria, viruses and yeast-like fungi.
Most of the active components of Septolete spray are excreted in the form of inactive metabolites with urine. T ½ and C-max in the drug are the same as in most drugs.
Indications and contraindications for use
Septolete total spray is used to treat diseases of the oropharynx of an infectious and inflammatory nature in children from 6 years old and adults. The drug is used for disinfection and anesthesia after tooth extraction. Also, the aerosol eliminates the symptoms of tonsillitis, pharyngitis, gingivitis, stomatitis, alveolitis and periodontitis.
Contraindications to the use of aerosol:
Under 6 years old
Intolerance to the components of the drug
Methemoglobinemia
The presence of large wounds in the mouth
Withdrawal syndrome
Also, aerosol is not recommended for pregnant women. After all, studies studying the effect of Septolete on the fetus and infant were not conducted.
Instructions for use
Instructions for use Septolete Total Spray states that the dosage and number of sprays are determined by the age characteristics of the patient. So, in the treatment of adults and aerosol is used every 2 hours up to 5 times a day. In the treatment of children, the spray is used every 3 hours 3-4 times a day.
Remediation is recommended after brushing your teeth. Septolete total spray must be applied within seven days.
Features of the use of spray:
Before using the aerosol for the first time, you need to press the spray button a couple of times until the jet starts to come out of it
If the drug has not been used for a week, then before spraying Septolete total spray into the oral cavity, you must first press the spray head, release the jet into the air and only then spray the oropharynx with the product.
In the treatment of adults, you can do 2 presses on the spray, and in the treatment of children - only one.
After each use of the spray, the spray part must be covered with a cap.
Side effects, overdose, interactions
Regular use of Septolete total spray can lead to a number of side effects. The greatest likelihood of local reactions in the form of nettle fever, rashes and itching.
Photophobia, hypersensitivity and bronchospasm may also occur. Sometimes reactions such as laryngospasm, xerostomia, worsening of smell, drying out and irritation of the oral mucosa are observed.
The likelihood of an overdose of a Septolete total spray is not great. But in case of exceeding the dosage, the following symptoms may appear:
Profuse sweating
Labored breathing
Skin cyanosis
Increased emotional irritability
Coma
Cramps
Hypotension
Ataxia
CNS dysfunction
Vomiting
Trembling limbs.
Excessive doses of cetylpyridinium 200-600 times can lead to death. If signs of an overdose appear, urgent detoxification is required, preferably in a medical facility.
The interaction of spray Septolete total with medications has not been studied. However, it is not recommended to use the spray together with other oral antiseptics. Also, the use of the drug can not be combined with products containing anionic compounds, which are often part of toothpastes. This combination will reduce the effectiveness of cetylpyridinium chloride.
Terms of sell
You don't need a prescription to buy Septolete Total spray.