The drug "Panavir" has an antiviral, immunomodulatory effect. The medicine helps to increase resistance to various infections. The medication has a moderate analgesic effect, is an antipyretic. In the course of the studies, no teratogenic, embryotoxic and allergic effects were detected. During preclinical trials in animals, no negative effect on the development of the fetus and the state of reproductive function was found.
Release form. Structure. Instruction manual
"Panavir" is made in the form of a solution for injection. The liquid is colorless or has a slight light brown tint. The drug is transparent, does not have a smell. Available in the form of ampoules or vials. A special knife can be attached to the packaging. For external, local application, a gel is produced. Liniment is a white homogeneous mass. The product has a subtle specific smell. In pharmacies you can buy tubes of 30, 10, 5 and 3 grams.
A medication is also available in the form of suppositories for rectal administration. Contour pack contains 5 candles. Panavir tablets are also produced. They are intended for intravaginal use. The drug is a purified extract from the shoots of Solanum tuberosum (potato). The main active ingredient is hexose glycoside. This substance includes a large number of compounds that affect the activity of viruses. The medication prevents their growth and reproduction.
Appointment
The medicine "Panavir" (intravenously) is recommended for herpes infections of different localization. The indications include immunodeficiency states of the secondary type due to infectious diseases. A solution is prescribed for an ulcer in the stomach and duodenum in patients with long-term non-scarring lesions and symptomatic manifestations in the gastroduodenal zone. In this case, the medication is recommended in combination with other means. Indications include cytomegalovirus infection. The drug is allowed for use in patients with interferon-deficient state and a chronic viral disease in preparation for pregnancy. The instruction "Panavir" recommends that it be prescribed as part of complex therapy for
anogenital warts, tick-borne encephalitis. In the latter case, the drug is effective in reducing neurological symptoms and
viral load. Injections are recommended for influenza and SARS as part of a combination treatment. Indications include
rheumatoid arthritis, combined with herpes infection in immunocompromised patients. In this case, the drug acts as an enhancing anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect of the main therapy.
As an auxiliary medication, it is prescribed for bacterial prostatitis of a chronic course. The gel for local, external use is recommended for lesions of the mucous membranes and skin (including genitalia) of an inflammatory nature, provoked by the causative agent of herpes simplex. As part of the combined treatment, suppositories are prescribed for influenza, SARS. Tablets for intravaginal administration are prescribed for genital herpes in women. The drug is used as an adjunct to the main treatment. To enhance the effect in some cases, the combined use of different forms of the drug, such as gel and suppositories, is allowed.
Contraindications
It does not recommend the Panavir instruction in any form in case of intolerance to the components. The solution is not prescribed for hypersensitivity to glucose and other compounds that are part of the active substance. The drug is contraindicated in patients under the age of 12 years, as well as in nursing patients.
Topically and topically, the gel is not recommended for children.
Rectal suppositories are not allowed for use in the antenatal period. Do not prescribe candles for lactation. Vaginal tablets are contraindicated in pathologies of the kidneys and spleen of a severe nature. The drug is not recommended for children under 18 years of age.
Instruction "Panavir". Side effects
In general, the drug is well tolerated. When conducting therapy with rectal suppositories or injection, probable complications may be due to hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
In case of local, external use of the gel, redness of the skin or mucous membranes in the area of application is noted. Vaginal tablets in rare cases provoke allergic reactions to the mucosa.
Injection dosing regimen
The solution is administered slowly, in a jet. During therapy, 200 μg of the active ingredient is prescribed. The amount is equal to the contents of one vial or ampoule. In the treatment of herpes lesions, encephalitis (tick-borne), the drug is recommended twice. The interval between administrations is a day or two. With cytomegalovirus infection and papillomas, the medicine is prescribed three times during the first seven days. A break is two days. During the second week, the drug is administered twice with an interval of 3 days. With peptic ulcer, symptomatic manifestations of pathology in the gastroduodenal zone, 5 injections are prescribed. The duration of therapy is ten days. With rheumatoid arthritis, five injections are also recommended. The interval is a day or two. If necessary, the specialist can prescribe a second course. With ARVI or influenza, 2 injections are used. The interval is 18-24 hours. With bacterial prostatitis in a chronic course, 5 injections are recommended. The interval between injections is two days. In pediatrics, a medication is prescribed from the age of twelve. The therapeutic dose is 100 mcg / day once. With encephalitis or herpes lesions, the interval between infusions is 24 or 48 hours. In accordance with the clinical picture, a second course can be prescribed in a month.
Outdoor, local application
The gel is applied to the affected area with a thin layer. The frequency of treatment is five times a day. The duration of the therapeutic course is 4-5 days. If necessary, treatment can be extended up to ten days under the strict supervision of a physician.
The use of rectal suppositories
With encephalitis, herpes infection is recommended by candle twice. The interval between administrations is 1-2 days. The doctor, if necessary, may recommend to repeat the course after a month. With cytomegalovirus infection or papillomas, the drug is prescribed three times in a suppository for one administration. In the first seven days, an interval of two days. During the second week, it is recommended for a candle 2 times. The break is 72 hours. With ARVI or influenza, the duration of therapy is 5 days. The dosage in this case is a suppository per day. The introduction is carried out after hygiene procedures.
Vaginal suppositories
Suppositories are recommended for use at night. For convenience, the patient should take a horizontal position. Candles are injected as deep as possible. The recommended dose is a tablet per day. The duration of therapy is five days. The drug is used after hygiene procedures.
Additional Information
When turbidity, the injection is considered unsuitable for administration. Topically and locally, it is recommended to start using the medication when the first signs of pathology are detected. These include feelings of tension, burning, itching, tingling. With the timely start of therapy, the development of the bladder stage can be completely prevented. The gel should not be applied to large areas. To prevent the development of secondary infection, treatment of genital herpes is recommended for both partners. If there is no effect from the use of the drug, it is necessary to confirm the diagnosis. In practice, there is no negative effect on the speed of the psychomotor reaction in patients. In this regard, the medication is allowed for use by people of various, including potentially dangerous, professions. Do not self-medicate. Before using the medication in any form, you should visit a doctor. The specialist will prescribe the exact dosage and regimen for the use of the drug in accordance with the clinical picture. A solution for injection, suppositories for rectal and intravaginal administration are prescribed. The drug is stored out of the reach of children, in a dark place. The temperature is up to 25 degrees. It is highly recommended not to exceed the prescribed dosage or duration of the course. Follow the instructions for the drug and the doctor’s instructions.