What kind of medicine is the “Dysenteric bacteriophage"? In what cases is he prescribed, does he have contraindications and side effects? Already from the name of the drug it becomes clear that it is used to treat various kinds of bacterial infections. But the main destination remains the therapy of dysentery of a bacterial nature.
Description
"Bacteriophage dysenteric polyvalent" is an immunostimulating agent, is available in liquid form and in tablets for oral administration, as well as in the form of suppositories for rectal administration. Sold in 100 ml vials (liquid form), in 50 mg tablets in packs of 10, 25, 50 pieces. Candles for introduction are sold in packs of ten. "Dysenteric bacteriophage" is an immunobiological preparation , which is also called phage. It effectively destroys the causative agents of bacterial dysentery - Shigella Sonne and Flexner.
"Bacteriophage dysenteric" in tablets is a specific agent that fights bacteria that cause infectious diseases. The basis of this medication is a type of microorganism called bacteriophage. They belong to viruses, infect specific types of bacteria, leading to their death. How does phage and microorganism interact? A virus approaches a bacterium, clings to it, introduces its DNA / RNA inside. Then, inside her, his doubles are reproduced, numerous copies that tear the bacterial cell from the inside.
How does it work?
In this scheme, only the bacterium and the bacteriophage, the active substance, are involved. A similar property of bacteriophages allows you to effectively fight various infections without using antibiotics. After all, the latter affect not only the pathogens of infections, but also the healthy microflora of a person, his immune, nervous, digestive, genitourinary and other systems. As for solutions of bacteriophages, they practically have no contraindications and side symptoms.
For example, there are specialized drugs that destroy specific strains of bacteria. These include the "Staphylococcal bacteriophage" against Staphylococcus aureus. "Polyvalent" means that the medicine is universal, it acts against pathogens of intestinal infections, bacteria that cause purulent lesions. The drug in question acts against shigella - pathogens of dysentery, therefore it is multivalent. A drug is produced in the form of suppositories, liquid solutions and tablets. The instructions detail how to take the medicine for different groups of patients.
Instructions for use
According to the instructions, "Dysenteric bacteriophage" is prescribed for children from 6 months of age, as well as adults. The main condition for its use is early use, the high sensitivity of the pathogen to the bacteriophage. That is why it is so important to start treatment early, that is, from the moment the problem occurs.
"Bacteriophage dysenteric" liquid and tablets are taken orally three times a day one hour before a meal. The duration of treatment is 5-7 days. If dysentery is characterized by a mild colitic syndrome, then during therapy, along with oral administration, it is recommended to administer rectal suppositories or do enemas once a day.
Take the oral form a few hours before meals. Children over 8 years of age and adults are usually prescribed 2 tablets 4 times a day. Bacteriophage in liquid form is recommended for young children. Up to 3 years, you should take one tablet 2 times a day, up to 8 years - 2 tablets 2 times a day. If a patient has dysentery, which is characterized by not very pronounced symptoms, it is recommended to double the dosage, that is, take the medicine orally and as an enema.
A bacteriophage is used to prevent dysentery in children and staff in preschool institutions, 1-2 tablets per day. The duration of admission is set individually.
Structure
"Bacteriophage dysenteric polyvalent" liquid, like other forms - a sterile medicine consisting of phagolysate filtrate, it is active against dysentery pathogens - Shigella Flexner of various types and Sonne. The concentrated liquid product, lyophilized or in tablets, suppositories, has an additional base consisting of hydronol or polyethylene oxide.
Indications
When does a specialist prescribe a "Dysenteric bacteriophage" to a patient? It is taken with bacterial dysentery caused by a number of pathogenic microorganisms for the rehabilitation of convalescents, prevention of bacterial dysentery. Using the drug treat children from 6 months of age and adults.
Contraindications
"Dysenteric bacteriophage" is not an absolutely safe drug. Its main contraindication to use is the individual intolerance of the components that make up the composition. The medicine is prescribed with caution to patients who have a severe form of dysentery with severe intoxication of the body. The drug can enhance the causative agents of infection, which will lead to the ineffectiveness of subsequent antibiotic treatment. Side effects of the drug are not described in practice.
Specificity
"Bacteriophage dysentery" in tablets, as in another form of release, does not exclude the simultaneous use of other drugs, including antibiotics. In order for the treatment to be successful, it is necessary to determine the phagosensitivity of the patient, and also start timely treatment. If the “Bacteriophage" is prescribed in liquid form, it must be shaken before each use. The peculiarity of the drug is that it can be successfully combined with other drugs during the treatment of dysentery.
It goes well with antibiotics. If the "Bacteriophage" is prescribed for children under 6 years of age, it is recommended to crush the tablet first, and then dissolve it in water at room temperature. The drug does not affect the ability to drive a motor vehicle, as well as mechanisms that require an increased concentration of attention. It is recommended to take "Bacteriophage" in families and large groups for the prevention of the disease, as well as if cases of dysentery have been identified.
Before you open the medicine, you need to thoroughly wash your hands, disinfect the cap, remove it, do not leave the bottle with the solution open, store the drug in the refrigerator. After the expiration date, it must be disposed of immediately.
Reviews
What do patients say about the drug? Many say that the remedy is really effective, it can even be taken as a vitamin to strengthen the immune system and for the prevention of dysentery. However, abuse of the drug is still not worth it. Those patients who were prescribed "Bacteriophage" for the treatment of dysentery, were satisfied with the result. It is important to note that a few days after the start of taking the medicine, patients have a deterioration in their health. The reason for this is the mass death of bacteria, their release of toxic substances. In this case, do not stop treatment with the “Bacteriophage". Over time, the condition normalizes. As indicated in numerous reviews, the drug is really excellent. The only negative is the high price. It costs more than 1000 rubles. In some pharmacies of the capital, its price exceeds 2500 rubles. In addition, it is not sold in every pharmacy.