Perhaps, at least once in his life, everyone has come across signs of a starting cold, such as sneezing, sore throat, lacrimation and fever. Each of these symptoms is unpleasant and requires attention. A runny nose is another painful symptom accompanying a cold. This unpleasant phenomenon is difficult to treat, and it may take quite a while before the nose can breathe normally. It was for this purpose that a drug for the treatment of the common cold "Nazol" was developed. The tool is suitable for the treatment of patients of any age, even newborns. This was made possible thanks to the various forms of release of the medication. The main thing is to choose the right treatment, and not to prescribe the drug yourself.
Release Forms
According to the instructions, “Nazol” is produced in several forms: spray for adults, spray for children and drops for small patients, starting from birth. The drug in all forms effectively eliminates the swelling of the mucous membrane in the maxillary sinus. Drops can be used at any age, but adults often choose the form of the spray, since the drops flow down the back wall of the nasopharynx, delivering a lot of unpleasant sensations. In addition, the spray is much more convenient to use. For irrigation, just one click on the dispenser bottle.
The main disadvantage of the spray is the inability to use it for young children. In drops of "Nazol", in turn, all aggressive components are replaced with safer ones. In this case, the effectiveness of the drug is completely preserved.
Indications for use
The tool is used according to the instructions to facilitate nasal breathing with a runny nose. In addition, the drug can be used for prophylactic purposes to prevent the possible consequences of the disease. The instruction prescribes the use of "Nazol" in the following cases:
- Rhinorrhea.
- Flu or colds that cause nasal congestion.
- Allergic reaction to flowering plants.
- Sinusitis and sinusitis.
- Otitis.
As the instructions indicate, “Nazol” effectively eliminates congestion and facilitates breathing. The drug is not intended for self-administration. Before using it, you need to consult a doctor.
"Nazol Kids"
Phenylephrine hydrochloride acts as the active component of the drug. In addition, the composition of this modification "Nazola" is supplemented by:
- macrogol;
- glycerol;
- eucalyptol;
- benzaconium chloride;
- sodium hydrogen phosphate;
- purified water;
- edetate disodium, etc.
The active substance provides a reduction in smooth muscles, and also has a vasoconstrictor effect and reduces the amount of mucus secreted. All this helps to facilitate breathing through the nose and eliminates discomfort in the nasopharynx. In addition, the drug moisturizes the mucous membrane.
Eucalyptol, which is part of the composition, has an anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious effect, while giving freshness to the breath. "Nazol Kids" is made in the form of a spray. It is convenient to use, and it is considered more effective than drops. The drug during irrigation of the nasal passage is evenly distributed over the mucous membrane. The dosage is strictly verified. The disadvantage of this form of release of "Nazol" is the possible irritation of the mucous membrane. If such a phenomenon is detected, preference should be given to the drip form of the drug.
How to apply?
"Nazol Kids" is used intermittently (at least four hours) for 2-3 injections in each nasal passage. The drug is intended for use by children who are six years old. Do not use “Nazol” for more than three days, as the child’s body has increased sensitivity and susceptibility to phenylephrine. With prolonged use of the drug, such undesirable reactions as sweating, headaches, palpitations, sleep disturbances, etc. can occur.
Contraindications
"Nazol Kids" is contraindicated for diabetes, hypertension, endocrine diseases, tachycardia and arrhythmias, as well as in case of hypersensitivity to the drug. Do not use the spray for children under 6 years of age and women during pregnancy, since its safety in the latter case has not been proven.
Instruction "Nazola Baby"
This form of the drug is presented in the form of drops. When the bottle is turned over, the drug is released from a special dropper. According to the instructions attached to the drops, "Nazol" for children under one year old is allowed. However, if for some reason an adult is not suitable for a medication in the form of a spray, he can also choose this type of drug.
"Nazol Baby" is used for infectious lesions of the upper respiratory tract, sinusitis, colds, as well as for rhinitis of allergic origin. The drug also has a vasoconstrictor effect, making it easier for the baby to breathe.
The medicine effectively eliminates swelling and inflammation from the nasal mucosa. The instruction assumes the use of "Nazol Baby" from two months of age, however, according to reviews, the drug is often prescribed at a younger age.
Drops have adrenomimetic activity, which requires increased attention when used in young children. If the patient took MAO inhibitors, then the use of "Nazol" can only begin two weeks after the end of the course of treatment. This is because MAO inhibitors increase the likelihood of developing unwanted reactions from the vessels and heart.
Side effects
In accordance with the instructions for "Nazol", there have been no cases of drug overdose. Most often, it is well tolerated by patients and does not cause adverse reactions. However, in exceptional cases, the following symptoms may occur:
- Burning of the nasal mucosa, dry mouth and throat, sneezing.
- With prolonged use, atrophy and hyperemia of the nasal mucosa are possible.
- Arterial hypertension, palpitations.
- Pain in the head, irritability, sleep disturbance and dizziness.
- Tachyphylaxis with prolonged use.
- Nausea and other dyspeptic disorders.
- Century retraction and conjunctival irritation.
If such signs are detected, you should immediately stop using the drug and consult a qualified specialist. It is important to remember that you can not use the drug for longer than prescribed by the doctor.
Analogs of "Nazola"
Pharmacies are ready to offer quite a few options for vasoconstrictor drugs to eliminate the common cold. Similar in composition to Nazol is Vibrocil. It is also available in the form of drops and spray. You can use drops from the first day of a child's life.
In addition, there are a number of drugs with similar properties, but differing in composition from Nazol. As a rule, these are medicines, which include:
- naphazoline;
- xylometazoline;
- oxymetazoline, etc.
Such drugs include Galazolin, Snoop, Sanorin, Naphthyzin, etc.
Sometimes doctors prescribe drugs whose action is aimed at eliminating the cause of the common cold. It can be various antiviral agents, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. Today, preparations based on seawater, such as Quicks, Aquamaris, Aqualor, etc. are very popular.
Before replacing Nazol drops or spray with a similar drug, it is important to get competent advice from a specialist in the field of otolaryngology, since some drugs have age restrictions, as well as specific contraindications.
Reviews
Most of the reviews about "Nazole" in the form of a spray, and in the form of drops are positive. Patients say that the drug begins to act almost after the first use, relieving swelling and facilitating nasal breathing. The spray allows you to evenly distribute the particles of the drug across the mucosa, which helps to quickly relieve symptoms of a runny nose.
One of the advantages of the medicine, patients call it a relatively low cost, which ranges (depending on the form of release) from 180 to 240 rubles per package. Similar drugs are much more expensive. Ease of use is also an absolute plus for both adult patients and parents who bury the drug for their children.
Negative reviews
There are also negative reviews about Nazol. Many parents are of the opinion that the drug can lead to resistance of the body when "Nazol" ceases to have the desired effect. However, the reviews say about the long and uncontrolled use of the drug, which is prohibited by the rules contained in the instructions. The child’s nose quickly gets used to the action of the medicine and the vessels stop narrowing without the use of “Nazol”. The treatment of this phenomenon is long and expensive, therefore, experts warn parents of uncontrolled use of the drug.
Thus, "Nazol" is an effective tool for both adults and children. It eliminates such an unpleasant phenomenon as congestion and facilitates breathing with a runny nose. However, its use has a number of specific points that should be considered in order to avoid unpleasant consequences.