With some bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract, it is effective to use local bactericidal agents. One of the most famous is the antibiotic fusafungin. What is it, they know those to whom, with sinusitis or angina, the doctor prescribed Bioparox. This aerosol contains fusafungin as an active substance. Drugs based on it are used alone or as part of complex therapy. They combine well with systemic antibiotics, enhancing and complementing their effect.
Fusafungin: what is it
This antibiotic was isolated from one species of fungus with bactericidal properties. Fusafungin is used only locally. It is mainly available in the form of aerosols for irrigation of the oral cavity, throat and nose. This antibiotic is effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and even against fungi that are parasitic in the human body. Moreover, microorganisms cannot develop resistance to it. The drug penetrates only into the respiratory system when inhaled, but does not enter the bloodstream. Fusafungin particles settle on the mucosa, which increases its effectiveness.
Drug action
When applied topically, fusafungin remains on the mucosa and has the following effect:
- Relieves inflammation.
- Reduces swelling and mucus secretion.
- Improves nasal breathing.
- Enhances local immunity.
When applied
Quite often, with infectious and inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract, fusafungin is prescribed. The instruction for use recommends doing this in such cases:
- for the treatment of sinusitis and sinusitis;
- with rhinopharyngitis, rhinitis and tonsillitis;
- for the complex treatment of laryngitis and tracheitis;
- for inhalation with bronchitis;
- for the prevention of complications after tonsillectomy.
In complex cases, with signs of the spread of a bacterial infection, it is recommended to use systemic antibiotics simultaneously with fusafungin.
What drug is this substance in?
The most famous drug based on fusafungin is the Bioparox spray. It is often prescribed even for children with the complex treatment of complicated respiratory infections. It effectively relieves inflammation and swelling of the mucosa and quickly facilitates breathing. Be sure to follow all the doctor’s prescriptions regarding the drug and the rules for using nozzles. "Bioparox" can not be used for longer than 7 days, as well as when an allergic reaction occurs.
Side effects and contraindications for use
In some cases, the drug may cause laryngospasm or severe allergic reactions. This is due to individual intolerance to the main active substance called fusafungin. Instructions for use do not recommend prescribing medications based on it for children under 3 years old, pregnant women and while breastfeeding. It is not recommended for patients with asthma because of the danger of bronchospasm.
Due to the nature of the application, only local side effects may occur after using a substance such as fusafungin. What it is? Most often, this is dry mucous membranes, burning, coughing and sneezing, an unpleasant aftertaste in the mouth. There are also common allergic reactions - nausea or urticaria, but very rarely.
Fusafungin: instruction
The price of Bioparox, the most famous drug based on this antibiotic, is 500 rubles. But it should be used no more than 5 days, so the bottle is enough for 3-4 courses of treatment. Dosage and duration of therapy are prescribed depending on the disease and the age of the patient. Only with the help of inhalation is fusafungin used. What it is? The drug is sold in the form of an aerosol with two nozzles: for the oral cavity and nose. In the treatment of rhinitis and sinusitis, 4 injections are made into each nostril for adults and 1-2 children 3-4 times a day. Up to 18 years, the interval between two uses of the drug should be at least 6 hours, adults can use an aerosol every 4 hours.
For the treatment of laryngitis and diseases of the middle respiratory tract, inhalation is carried out with another nozzle. The dosage of the drug is the same, but each injection should be carried out by inhalation, so that the drug penetrates deeper. It is recommended that you hold your breath for several seconds. Antibiotic contact with the eyes should be prevented; inhalation should be given to children especially carefully. Treatment is not recommended for longer than 10 days, since in such cases the development of superinfection is possible.
Fusafungin analogues
Local antibacterial drugs for the oral cavity and nose have the same effect. It can be noted such: "Gramitsidin", "Hexoral", "Tantum Verde" and others. These are also sprays with anti-inflammatory effect.
But the most effective drug is still fusafungin. Its analogues are issued not only in the form of a spray, there are
drops in the nose: Isofra or Polydex, as well as lozenges for the treatment of sore throats: Grammidin, Faringosept and others.