The medicine “Uro-Vaxom” defines the instruction as an immunostimulating agent having a bacterial origin . The medicine induces the production of endogenous interferon, stimulates T-lymphocytes, increases the level of class A immunoglobulins, including in the urine. The drug also stimulates macrophages, immunocompetent cells and B-lymphocytes, and reduces the frequency of relapse of infectious diseases of the urinary system.
Indications for use of capsules "Uro-Vaxom"
Reviews about the drug are mostly positive. An agent is prescribed (in combination with antiseptics, antibiotics) for the treatment of diseases of the urinary tract of an infectious nature (regardless of the type of pathogen), as well as for the prevention of exacerbations of chronic pathologies of the urinary system.
Release form, composition
The medicine is available in the form of hard gelatin capsules (size No. 3), having an opaque yellow body and an opaque orange cap. The contents of the capsules is powder (color - from yellowish to brownish). One capsule contains 6 mg of the active ingredient - lyophilized bacteria lysate of Escherichia coli. In addition, the composition of the medication includes minor components, including anhydrous propyl gallate, pregelatinized starch, iron oxide (yellow and red), gelatin, titanium dioxide, anhydrous monosodium glutamate, magnesium stearate, mannitol.
Dosage regimen
During exacerbations of infectious diseases, adults are prescribed once a day to take one capsule (with simultaneous traditional antimicrobial treatment). It should be taken on an empty stomach in the morning the drug "Uro-Vaxom." Reviews of doctors indicate the high effectiveness of the drug, provided that you follow the recommendations for dosing and method of administration. Therapy continues until the symptoms of the disease are eliminated, but it is at least ten days. The greatest duration of drug treatment is three months. The general duration of the course, the need for a second course, is determined by the attending physician, based on the patient's response to the therapy and his general condition.
Side effects when using Uro-Vaxom
Reviews indicate satisfactory tolerance to the drug. In some situations, unwanted effects may occur. The patient may be disturbed by nausea, diarrhea, itchy skin while taking Uro-Vaxom capsules. Reviews of some patients note that in some cases the temperature may increase slightly.
Contraindications
With increased sensitivity to the ingredients in the composition, the medication is not prescribed. There is no information about the safety of using the drug during pregnancy, lactation, therefore, in these provisions it is worth refusing to take it.
additional information
Uro-Vaxom capsules should not be taken for two weeks before and after immunization with (oral) live vaccines. You can buy the drug at the pharmacy by providing a prescription. If skin reactions, fever, or other adverse effects are detected during therapy with this medicine, it is necessary to suspend treatment and visit a doctor.