Spray Strepsils is a combined preparation that has antimicrobial, analgesic and antifungal action. It first went on sale in 1958. Today the Strepsils spray is one of the most popular and effective drugs for the treatment of sore throat.
Composition of spray Strepsils
In the spray Strepsils two active antiseptic components. Their main difference is the mechanism of action. This is what helps the drug to perform bactericidal action against a large spectrum of microorganisms. The first component is 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol. It has a bacteriostatic and bactericidal effect for a short time, keeping a large amount of water near itself, which leads to dehydration of microorganisms and their rapid death. The second component is amylmetacreazole. It penetrates into cells of microorganisms and breaks their protein structure.
In addition to such a strong antibacterial complex, the drug has lidocaine. It has an anesthetic effect, blocking sensitive nerve endings. Spray Strepsils with lidocaine literally instantly eliminates pain in the larynx.
The composition of this medication includes a complex of essential oils. They enhance the antiseptic effect, have an emollient and anti-edematous effect, and also facilitate breathing.
Adsorption of all active substances Strepsils in the total blood flow is negligible, so this spray does not have a systemic effect on the body. It effectively fights the disease and is absolutely safe for most people.
Indications for spray application Strepsils
In general, Strepsils spray is used to treat pain in the throat in diseases of infectious etiology. This drug is effective in various inflammatory processes. It is used in the treatment of diseases such as:
- stomatitis;
- gingivitis;
- laryngitis (with moderate or high intensity pain syndrome);
- tonsillitis;
- angina .
Spray Strepsils Intensive can be used in the treatment of patients with pain after surgery in the pharynx or oral cavity.
Contraindications to the use of Strepsils spray
Spray Strepsils should not be used by patients who have not reached the age of 12 years. This drug is well tolerated by patients, but in isolated cases it can cause allergic reactions.
Contraindications to the use of this spray are:
- bronchial asthma ;
- bronchospasm;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
In some patients, after using the Strepsils Plus spray, there is a feeling of numbness in the tongue and a sudden change in taste sensations. Loss of sensitivity of the pharynx, oral cavity and esophagus may appear with the use of the drug in doses exceeding the recommended ones. If you feel any discomfort, completely eliminate Strepsils from the scheme of your treatment and the sensitivity will quickly return.
There is no information about the toxic effect of this spray on the fetus and the baby. But before using the drug during pregnancy or
This spray can be combined with any medicines. But, if during the therapy the signs of the disease persist for more than 3 days, the temperature does not subside, and the headache intensifies, it is necessary to change the treatment regimen or replace Strepsils by another means.
Irrigate the inflamed area of the mucosa by two strokes every 2 hours, but no more than eight times a day. Overdose may cause nausea and vomiting. In this case, it is best to stop using it and perform symptomatic treatment.