Anestezin tablets are one of the very first synthetic medicines used as local anesthesia. For the first time, the drug was synthesized back in 1890, and already from the end of the 90s it began to be actively used in medical practice. Thanks to the successful 100-year history of development, the medicine is still widely used as an independent drug and as part of all kinds of medical courses. In the article, we consider the composition and indications of tablets, as well as their effect on the body.
Release form and composition
The main active ingredient of Anestezin is benzocaine (300 mg in one tablet). The Latin medicine is called Anaesthesinum. An anesthetic is available in the form of tablets of 10 pieces in a blister.
Indications
According to the instructions, "Anestezin" tablets are prescribed by doctors to reduce the pain syndrome that occurs with severe spasms and with all kinds of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (esophagitis, gastralgia, gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer), with increased sensitivity of the esophagus. Also, the drug will be useful for the anesthesia of wounds and ulcerous skin, with urticaria and other unpleasant skin diseases, which are accompanied by severe itching. Only in some cases, the drug is prescribed for pregnant women only if women experience constant vomiting.
According to reviews, "Anestezin" can be prescribed by doctors when performing all kinds of diagnostic procedures on the mucous membranes, for example, during gastroscopy, various gynecological procedures, rectoscopy, otoscopy, urethroscopy.
Drug use
Anestezin tablets are practically insoluble in water. The tablet form of the drug is taken orally at 300 mg 3-4 times a day. In some cases, a single dosage may be prescribed, which is 500 mg. However, it is worth remembering that the maximum daily intake should not exceed 1,500 mg. For pain relief, children under one year of age should be given no more than 20-40 mg.
For children 2-5 years old, the recommended dose should be no more than 50-100 mg. According to the standard prescription "Anestezin" in tablets for older children (from 6 to 12 years old), a dosage of not more than 120-250 mg is prescribed. Of course, the dosage, frequency of administration and duration of drug therapy is determined only individually by the attending physician.
Operating principle
The action of the main component of the tablets is quick. This substance allows you to reduce the ability of membranes to absorb sodium ions, displace calcium, and also block the occurrence of nerve impulses and their subsequent conduct. With oral administration of the drug, its absorption is negligible. As for the carcinogenicity of the active ingredient, such clinical studies have not yet been conducted. Also its effects on fertility have not been studied. If "Anestezin" is combined with cholinesterase inhibitors, then the metabolism will be somewhat inhibited. This fact is important to take into account while taking these drugs.
Contraindications
Anestezin is contraindicated only in those patients who have a severe allergic reaction to the drug, namely to its constituent components. An allergy can occur in the form of itchy sensations and small rashes on the skin. It is important to use caution when using the drug in children under two years of age and lactating women.
Side effects
In most cases, Anestezin tablets do not cause allergies. But doctors recorded cases of contact dermatitis or itching, if the patient violates the dosage, for example, he uses the drug for a long period of time without a break. All negative reactions gradually disappear after stopping the medication.
Many reviews of patients who have been treated with Anestezin tablets indicate that in most cases this drug is well tolerated. If the dosages selected by the doctor are observed, side effects do not occur. An overdose is possible only if you take pills in too large doses. Her symptoms manifest themselves in the form of such conditions:
- dizziness;
- dyspnea;
- cyanosis.
Additional Information
The following drugs are considered analogues of Anestezin in tablets: Benzocaine, Anesti, Retocaine, Parathezin, Anestalgin, Egoform, Norkain.
In addition to the tablet form, you can find "Anestezin", which is available in the form of ointments for external use (5% and 10%). Ointment can be used in the following conditions:
- Toothache
- severe pain in the gums;
- with otitis media, which is accompanied by itching of the skin;
- pain in the ear canal;
- inflammatory skeletal muscle disease;
- nettle rash;
- perianal skin lesions;
- diseases of superficial veins.
special instructions
To date, in the course of laboratory research, insufficient information has been collected on the effect of the main component on the reproductive ability of women, as well as on the fetus. Therefore, the use of "Anestezin" during pregnancy is possible only when the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the baby. Caution must be exercised when using the tablets during lactation, as it has not been determined whether benzocaine passes into breast milk.
The drug is not prescribed without special need for children under two years of age. The action of anesthetic significantly enhances non-narcotic analgesics and cholinesterase inhibitors.
With the combination of "Anestezin" with sulfonamides, antibacterial activity is reduced.
During the period of drug therapy, it is important to refrain from drinking alcohol.
Terms and conditions of storage
Anestezin in tablet form can retain all of its healing properties for five years from the date of manufacture. It is necessary to store the drug in its original packaging out of direct contact with direct sunlight and at an ambient temperature of no higher than +25 ° C. The price of tablets "Anestezin" ranges from 25 to 55 rubles.