This drug is a drug that is used to treat diseases of the respiratory tract and oral mucosa. Before you buy this medicine, you need to find out everything about its composition and method of use. Only a detailed study of the instructions and further adherence to it can provide the patient with the desired therapeutic effect.
The composition of the drug and the form of release
"Sebidin" is included in the category of drugs with the ability to treat many colds. The medicine is known for its antibacterial, bactericidal, as well as antiseptic properties. The drug is produced in the form of tablets having a round convex shape and white color. Its main active ingredient is chlorhexidine. In addition to it, the composition also contains ascorbic acid.
It helps to strengthen the body's defenses, and also affects the stimulation and regeneration of tissues, helping to reduce swelling on the mucous membranes. In addition, ascorbic acid reduces capillary fragility and saturates the body with antioxidants.
The medicine package contains instructions for use and a blister with 20 tablets. Each of them consists of 5 mg of chlorhexidine dihydrochloride and 50 mg of ascorbic acid. Of the other active substances, a small amount (auxiliary components) should be noted: purified talc, sucrose, coloring pigments, fruit essence, magnesium stearate and methyl cellulose.
The purpose of the drug
"Sebidin" is one of the drugs in the group of antiseptics and vitamins. It is actively used in dentistry, as well as in otolaryngology. The medicine is prescribed for inflammation and infections of the oral cavity, upper respiratory tract. Based on the instructions for use, which is necessarily attached to the box with the medicine, we can conclude that in small doses the drug has a bacteriostatic effect, and at high doses it has a bactericidal effect.
"Sebidin" works in the body as a blocker of pathogenic microflora and viruses. These include microorganisms such as: staphylococcus, streptococcus, candida fungus, as well as many other bacteria of anaerobic and aerobic action. The main component of the drug is chlorhexidine. It is he who performs most of the work when ingested. Chlorhexidine forms a bond with bacterial cells and damages their structure.
Drug action
This drug is known for its local action. Only 1% of chlorhexidine penetrates the human digestive system. It is quite quickly excreted from the body naturally. Chlorhexidine reaches its maximum concentration half an hour after taking Sebidin. Then there comes a noticeable relief and removal of the symptoms of the disease.
As for ascorbic acid, it is completely absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. It forms a bond with plasma proteins. The level of this connection reaches 25%. Ascorbic acid is excreted rather slowly. Only two weeks after taking the medicine, the half-life of its residues from the plasma occurs. It has the ability to metabolize to oxalic and dihydroascorbic acid. Excretion of these substances occurs with urine.
Indications for taking the medicine
Doctors prescribe this drug, as well as analogues of "Svebin", with the following diseases:
- Gingivitis or gum disease.
- Periodontitis.
- Stomatitis of varying severity and etiology.
- Chronic inflammation of the oral mucosa.
- Mucosal ulcers.
- Inflammation of the larynx, tongue.
- Glossite.
- With angina, pharyngitis, as well as laryngitis.
- Infectious diseases of the oral cavity.
The instruction for the use of Sebidin tablets contains information that the medicine is allowed to be used during therapeutic and preventive treatment after operations on the oral cavity and throat.
Contraindications
The drug "Sebidin" has virtually no contraindications. Its components are completely harmless and are not able to harm a person. The only thing that you should pay attention to before treatment with these pills is the possibility of individual intolerance to the ingredients in their composition.
An allergic reaction is also possible. Contraindication is the age of children under 12 years of age, as well as pregnancy and lactation. Caution should be taken with the use of "Sebidin" for those who suffer from diabetes, and are also prone to the development of caries in the mouth. The presence of a large amount of sucrose in the composition of the tablets can slightly increase the level of sugar in the blood, but for those who can not tolerate it, even this amount can be harmful.
Side effects
Uncontrolled use of this drug, as well as analogues of Sebidin, can cause the following complications, which are side effects from taking the tablets:
- An allergic reaction in the form of skin rashes, hives, hay fever, nasal congestion.
- Change in taste perception for familiar foods.
- The appearance of plaque on the teeth.
- Brown spots on tooth enamel.
- The development of mumps.
- The occurrence of pain in the tongue.
- Redness of the mucous membrane of the mouth or throat.
If at least one type of complication is identified, it is necessary to stop taking tablets or the analogue of “Sebidin”.
Instructions for use and dosage of medication
Treatment with the drug is by the method of resorption of tablets. This is very convenient when the throat hurts so much that treatment with other methods brings pain and discomfort. For many, such therapy is the best treatment option. This is evidenced by numerous reviews.
Instructions for use "Sebidin" states that the standard dosage is the use of one tablet 4-5 times a day. It is this amount of medicine that is enough to eliminate most of the symptoms of bacterial and viral infections. It is necessary to dissolve the tablet slowly, so that the active components begin to act more efficiently. No need to swallow or chew it.
The instruction of Sebidin tablets states that the course of treatment consists of one week. Only a doctor can prescribe a more accurate dosage and duration of pill use. Self-medication can have the opposite effect and exacerbate the severity of symptoms. In some cases, the doctor prolongs treatment with this drug for another week.
However, the instructions for “Sebidin” indicate that it is not recommended to be treated with these pills for more than 14 days. If the disease has not been eliminated during this period of time, it is necessary to choose a different treatment regimen. Most likely, the reason for the lack of results lies in the inappropriate choice of medication.
Analogues of the drug
Among the analogues of “Sebidin” it is worth highlighting such drugs as “Hexoral” and “Travisil”. They are the most effective substitutes for Sebidin, and in some cases even surpass it in therapeutic effect. To study these drugs more carefully, you need to find out the most important information about them:
- "Travisil." The drug is produced using herbal ingredients that have a softening effect. They help to quickly relieve pain and reduce swelling of the mucous membranes. Travisil is produced in the form of tablets in a blister pack of 16 pieces, as well as in the form of liquid syrup with a volume of 100 ml. From the advantages of this analogue, one can distinguish a pleasant taste and aftertaste. There are also disadvantages to the medicine. If used incorrectly or if you are intolerant, dry mouth and abdominal pain may appear. The drug should not be used by lactating women.
- Hexoral. This analogue of “Sebidin” with the same therapeutic effect is available in the form of tablets of 20 pieces per pack, as well as in the form of a spray of 40 ml. It is actively used for various inflammations of the upper respiratory tract, as well as diseases of the oral cavity and throat. Of the advantages of this analogue of “Sebidin” in composition, one can single out the absence of serious contraindications to childhood. "Hexoral" is allowed to give to children from 3 years. In addition, the medicine is absolutely non-toxic. Cons focus on the possible violation of taste sensations, as well as the appearance of vomiting in case of an overdose.
Purchase and storage of medicine
You can buy the drug at any pharmacy or online store without a doctor’s prescription. The same applies to its counterparts. The cost of "Sebidin" is very affordable. You will have to pay between 90 and 120 rubles for packaging, depending on the region where the purchase will be made.
As for storage conditions, the drug can be kept in a home medicine cabinet for up to 3 years, provided that the medicine was purchased with a recent production date. Store the drug in a dark, cool and dry place, protected from children and pets.