Structure of the preparation
It is produced in drops (10 ml bottle), ointments. The composition contains alpha-2 human interferon. As additional components:
- sodium chloride;
- purified water;
- sodium hydrophosphate dodecahydrate;
- povidone;
- potassium dihydrogen phosphate;
- macrogol.
Indications for use of Grippferon
Can be used for treatment and prevention:
- acute diseases spread by airborne droplets (ARVI);
- influenza.
How correctly to take Grippferon during the current pregnancy?
The medicine has the widest range of effects:
- anti-inflammatory;
- weakly expressed antimicrobial;
- adsorbing;
- antiviral.
For the prevention of acute respiratory infections during pregnancy, Grippferon is taken 1-2 times a day, adding 3 drops, in turn, in both nasal passages, 5-7 consecutive days.
When the first symptoms appear, signs of a viral disease - 3 drops with a break of 4 hours. The course lasts 5 days. For even distribution, after instillation, massage the wings of the nose.
Instructions for use Grippferon should be strictly observed by pregnant women, use for treatment of the medicine can only after agreement with the doctor.
Contraindications of Grippferon during gestation
In the list of drug contraindications appear:
- intolerance of individual components;
- the presence of allergic diseases of severe form.
The likelihood of developing allergies is extremely small, but you can apply the medication during gestation only after consultation with your doctor.
Where and how to store Grippferon?
The medicine is stored under environmental conditions no higher than 2-8 degrees, in the refrigerator. The drug is limited in duration of use. After opening, the period of storage of Grippferon is no more than 30 calendar days.
Analogues of Grippferon
Among similar medicines it is worth noting:
- Genferon Light;
- Nasoferon;
- Viferon.