The appearance of sore throat indicates the development of an inflammatory process in the upper respiratory tract. The reason for this is the ingress of pathogenic microflora on the mucous membranes of the larynx. Quickly stop unpleasant sensations will help local preparations. One such remedy is the Yoks spray. Instructions and features of the use of this medication will be discussed in detail in the article.
Description of the drug
With the inflammatory process in the throat, there are such unpleasant symptoms as perspiration, pain, hoarseness. Various medications help cope with discomfort, the therapeutic effect of which is aimed at stopping the pain syndrome, relieving swelling and reducing inflammation. Such drugs are available in the form of tablets and lozenges for resorption, rinses, sprays.
Medicines in the form of aerosols can completely treat the mucous membrane of the throat and larynx. Such drugs begin to act immediately after use. One of the most effective medicines is Yoks. Instructions for use of the spray reports that it has both an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory therapeutic effect. Apply it for various pathologies of ENT organs. The medicine is produced by the multinational pharmaceutical company Teva and the Czech factory Ivax. The average cost of a drug ranges from 230-300 rubles.
Release form
Antiseptic for the throat is available in the form of a solution and spray. In the first case, the drug is packaged in small bottles of dark glass. The bottle may contain 50 or 100 ml of the drug. On the cap are marked with special marks, with which it is easy to measure the right amount of the drug.
The most popular among specialists and patients is the Yoks spray. The instruction says that in this form the drug is contained in 30 ml vials. Each bottle is equipped with a mechanical spray gun and protective cap. An applicator with a rotary lever is necessarily included in the kit.
Structure
What components provide the therapeutic effect of the Yoks spray? The composition of the medication is enriched with substances such as povidone iodine and allantoin. Povidone iodine has disinfectant properties. The substance is a high molecular weight compound of iodine with polyvidone. The latter allows you to reduce the toxic effect of iodine on the cells of the human body.
Polyvidone-iodine is characterized by a wide range of effects and has a detrimental antimicrobial effect on the proteins of some microorganisms. The bactericidal effect extends to gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, protozoa, anaerobic bacilli, and yeast.
Allantoin has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, which in combination with polyvidone-iodine allows you to get a powerful therapeutic effect. As auxiliary substances, such components as citric acid monohydrate, sodium dihydrate citrate, propylene glycol, levomenthol, ethanol 96%, purified water are used.
When should i apply?
Instructions for use of the spray "Yoks" recommends using this medication for various pathologies of the oral cavity and ENT organs. A disinfecting drug can be used in the following cases:
- with the appearance of the first symptoms of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza;
- with angina and tonsillitis;
- with aphthous stomatitis;
- with pharyngitis;
- with streptococcal angina (in combination with antibiotics);
- with exacerbation of chronic pathology;
- if necessary, antiseptic treatment of the oral cavity before and after surgery.
According to the instructions, the spray "Yoks" has a direct effect on the foci of the inflammatory process and allows you to accelerate recovery. The active components of the drug do not enter the systemic circulation, which can significantly reduce the risk of side effects.
Are children prescribed?
Can I use Yoks spray for treating children? Reviews of experts suggest that this effective drug is often used in pediatric practice. It is often used in the treatment of tonsillitis of bacterial etiology as part of complex therapy. Also, the tool will be effective for pharyngitis and stomatitis. Spray "Yoks" children are prescribed only from the age of six.
Patients from eight years of age may be prescribed the drug “Yoks” (spray). For children under this age, it is forbidden to prescribe an aerosol based on iodine. The reason for this is the fact that the drug contains alcohol, which is able to irritate the mucous membrane of the throat and oral cavity. In addition, when spraying the drug, it is necessary to hold your breath, which is difficult for children of a younger age group. In the form of a solution "Yoks" can be used from six years.
Instructions for use
In order for the drug to be evenly distributed throughout the oral cavity, it is imperative to use an applicator. It is installed (previously washed with hot water) during the first use of the drug and several test sprays are made. After each use, the applicator is recommended to be removed and washed with water.
To spray the medicine, it is necessary to insert the tip of the applicator into the oral cavity a few centimeters in depth, hold your breath and press the cap. In this case, the first spray should be directed to the right side, and the second - to the left. Irrigating the throat and oral cavity is recommended from 2 to 4 times a day. In the acute course of the inflammatory process, the frequency of application of the Yoks throat spray can be increased up to 6 times a day.
Contraindications
The use of an iodine-based antiseptic is prohibited in the following cases:
- if the patient has a history of thyroid pathology, heart or kidney failure;
- if the patient suffers from hypersensitivity to iodine or other components of the drug;
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- with dermatitis Dühring.
It is strictly forbidden to use the spray to treat patients under 8 years of age.
Side effects
Instructions spray "Yoks" suggests that cases of side effects associated with the use of antiseptics are found only in rare cases. With hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, allergic reactions may appear in the form of urticaria, itching, burning. With uncontrolled and prolonged use of the spray, the risk of developing iodism increases.
Reviews
Spray "Yoks" has earned a huge number of positive reviews from both patients and doctors. Subject to the rules of use, the medicine will not cause irritation of the oral mucosa.