Antiviral drugs are especially relevant during epidemics. This season, pharmacy chains lacked such medicines. The most popular drug for the prevention and treatment of viral infections was the drug "Ingavirin". Instructions for use, contraindications and reviews will be presented to your attention further. From the article you will learn about the cost and composition of the medication. It is also worth mentioning about the way Ingavirin is used.
Components and description of the drug
The method of use and dose of the drug "Ingavirin" will be presented to you a little later. Before this, it is worth mentioning the components of the drug. Ingavirin is a capsule. They have a red tint. Inside contains powder. The drug coating consists of gelatin, dye and titanium dioxide. Inside are components such as pentanedioic acid imidazolylethanamide, starch, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate and so on.
The cost of the drug is about 500 rubles (Ingavirin 90 mg). Instructions for use "Ingavirin" is attached to each package. You can also purchase a composition in a dose of 60 mg. In this case, the drug will cost you 400 rubles.
Prescribing medication
The method of administration of Ingavirin should be studied by the patient before starting treatment. It is also worthwhile to familiarize yourself with the evidence in advance. If necessary, the doctor will tell you about them. The abstract states that the medication is prescribed for:
- influenza A and B virus ;
- for the prevention of respiratory infections;
- complications of viral pathologies that turn into bacterial (in complex therapy);
- adenoviral infections (including intestinal type).
Often the described tool is used in combination with other medicines (antipyretic, analgesic and antibacterial compounds). However, the combination should be prescribed and the scheme of use should be specialist.
Method of use "Ingavirin"
The medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under the age of 18 years due to the lack of clinical data among this population. The composition is contraindicated in expectant mothers and women during lactation. The method of use in other cases is very simple.
It is enough to take the medicine “Ingavirin” only once a day. Dosage and administration for the treatment of influenza and other viral infections are as follows. Adult patients are shown 90 mg of the drug for five days. If we are talking about a severe course of infection, then the correction can be extended to one week.
If contact has occurred with an infected person and there is a need for preventive measures, then the use of the described dose lasts 7 days. Some experts prescribe a composition in a lower dose of 60 mg. However, such prevention is not always effective.
special instructions
If you are prescribed the drug "Ingavirin 90", you should consider the method of application in advance. Dosage must be strictly observed. Self-exceeding it can lead to allergic reactions, digestive disorders and general discomfort in the abdomen.
The composition is not recommended for use in conjunction with other antiviral agents and interferon inducers. Such interaction can cause negative reactions from organ systems.
The drug goes well with medications to reduce fever and eliminate pain. It can be used with antibiotics. With the simultaneous administration of sorbents, it is worth waiting for a break of 2-3 hours between taking medications.
The tool does not have a sedative effect, it can be used when driving vehicles and performing important tasks requiring increased attention.
How does the medicine work?
After use, the composition enters the stomach. In the digestive tract, the gelatin membrane breaks down. As a result of this, the powder begins to be absorbed into the mucous membranes with the subsequent entry into the bloodstream. The composition has an antiviral effect on existing infected cells. The medicine does not allow pathogenic microorganisms to multiply.
Also during this period, the synthesis of interferon occurs. The concentration of this substance rises to physiological norms. Additional lymphocytes are produced, the action of which is aimed at combating the infection.
Among other things, the medicine has anti-inflammatory activity. During the treatment period, the composition favorably affects the immune system. Studies have shown that the drug is not toxic, it does not contain preservatives and does not have a local irritant effect.
Doctors opinions
Experts say that recently, many consumers have been using similar products for prevention. This is not the right approach. The medicine should be used only when there has been direct contact with an infected person. It is also advisable to use the medication during epidemics when visiting crowded places. However, you should not just use the described tool. Like any other medicine, it has an adverse effect on the stomach, liver and kidneys.
Experts say that it is permissible to prescribe the described substance to children after the age of 12 years. However, a minimum dosage of 60 mg should be chosen. In this case, you first need to consult a pediatrician. It is worth remembering that it is recommended that children be treated more responsibly and carefully, because they often have unforeseen reactions to therapy.
Consumer Reviews
Patients say that using the medication described during a period of illness helps reduce the strength and duration of symptoms. If the usual viral disease lasts about a week, then the use of these tablets leads to the fact that the patient already feels healthy for 4 days. In this case, do not interrupt the prescribed treatment. Be sure to take the drug as your doctor advised you to do.
Also, many consumers are satisfied with the convenient dosage regimen. Some drugs with the same effect need to take 4-6 tablets per day. Here it is enough to drink one capsule. The medicine quickly begins to work and within a few hours after administration reaches the maximum concentration in the blood.
Patients report that the composition has no analgesic and antipyretic effect. To eliminate the symptoms of the disease, you have to resort to additional medications. However, they are well tolerated by the body when combined with the medicine “Ingavirin”. Consumers say that one package of the medicine is enough for the course of treatment.
Conclusion
You have learned what method of use this antiviral medicine has. Ingavirin is a new drug. Also, the composition is quite high cost. Due to this, the medication can cause distrust among consumers. However, it is worth noting that the drug is effective both in treatment and when used for prophylaxis. But this should not encourage consumers to purchase medicine without consulting a doctor. The drug should be recommended by a specialist after a preliminary examination.