In the article, we consider the instructions for use and reviews for the Gepon preparation.
It is a peptide agent of domestic production. Helps strengthen the human immune system with low resistance to various infectious diseases.
Release form
In accordance with the instructions, "Gepon" is made in the form of a dry powder, which is intended for the manufacture of a solution (made immediately before use). This substance is white. The drug can be packaged in various dosages. For example, one vial may include one, two, or ten milligrams of powder. The kit contains a solvent with a special dropper nozzle for spraying.
There is also another dosage form - a solution in ampoules. It is intended for external use and oral administration with a concentration of 0.2 and 0.1%, a syringe is included. Packed in a gray cardboard box.
Indications for use
The main indications for the use of the drug "Gepon", according to the instructions, are the conditions of immunodeficiency.
A description of the effects of its use, reflected in the patient reviews, determines its purpose in the following situations:
- a weakened immune system in conditions of immunodeficiency;
- HIV infection;
- decrease in immune defense during exacerbation of infections and viruses;
- opportunistic infections caused by fungi, bacteria or viruses, as well as the prevention of such conditions;
- infections of the skin and mucous membranes caused in the body by Candida fungi; with antibiotic therapy as a preventive measure;
- urethritis, cervicitis and vulvovaganitis in women;
- balanoposthitis and urethritis in men;
- inflammation that changes the skin and mucous membranes: burning, dry mucous membranes, itching, pain, swelling, redness.
Healing characteristics
According to the instructions, "Gepon" has immunomodulating and antiviral effects that affect the human body. Stimulation of the patient’s immunity is carried out due to increased production of interferon, as well as activation of macrophages. In addition, the synthesis of cytokines is suppressed. The consequence of this phenomenon is an increase in immune resistance to colds and viruses, and an increase in the body's response to HIV infection.
If patients with HIV infection regularly use the medication, it significantly reduces the number of relapses, and the pathological concentration of the virus in the blood becomes much lower. Among other things, when applied externally, the skin heals faster, redness, soreness and swelling pass.
The composition of the drug
According to the instructions, Gepon is produced in the form of a powder and a solution. They are packed in ampoules (solution) and bottles (powder). The active substance is a low molecular weight peptide. One milliliter of solution contains one or two milligrams of the active ingredient. The powder may contain one, two or ten milligrams of the active substance.
Mode of application
Before using the dry contents of the vial of the drug, you need to add distilled water or 0.85% NaCl - saline. At one time, the amount of liquid is five milliliters.
In accordance with the instructions for use with Gepon and medical reviews, it can be used both externally and internally.
Ingestion: for children over 12 years of age and adults, a dosage of ten milligrams per day is desirable. You need to take it once a day.
Local application: one or two milligrams of the solution are used for external treatment of the skin and mucous membranes, they are used with the same magnification.
When treating opportunistic infections and immunodeficiency in HIV-infected patients, it is recommended that you drink ten milligrams inside. Reception every day for 1-3 months.
For the prevention and treatment of mucous and skin candidiasis, local irrigation of the inflamed parts of the body is carried out, the course includes three irrigation, between them there must be a break from one to three days.
During the treatment of urethritis, cervicitis and vulvovaginitis in women, irrigation of the vaginal mucosa, uterine neck and vulva with solution, as well as lotions of affected skin areas located near the vagina are used. Treatment of the skin and mucous membranes should be repeated after 1-2 days.
If balanoposthitis and urethritis are treated, instillations are used, that is, drip injection of the solution into the urethra and lotions of inflamed areas of the skin. Repeat treatment of the skin and mucous membranes after 1-3 days.
The instruction for the drug advises for the prevention of mucous and skin candidiasis lotions and irrigation with a solution of the drug. This should be considered when treating with antibiotics, in order to avoid complications after such therapy.
To eliminate the inflammatory process of the mucous membranes, it is advisable to irrigate the affected areas with a solution. Gauze wipes moistened in solution are applied to the affected skin areas.
Gepon is not prescribed by doctors to nursing mothers and pregnant women.
Side symptoms
In accordance with the instructions for use of "Gepon", side effects when using the product according to indications and in the required dosages were not found. However, almost all medicines can have a negative effect, which is especially true for such powerful drugs. Side effects in the form of fever, dizziness, diarrhea and nausea can occur when using the drug in maximum doses, prolonged use, during treatment with several drugs at the same time. Individual intolerance to a substance in the composition may also occur. Such moments can cause serious damage to health, and therefore, if negative symptoms occur due to the use of Gepon, you should immediately stop treatment and get specialist advice.
Contraindications
The drug "Gepon" can not be used for breastfeeding and pregnancy, for the treatment of children under the age of twelve, as well as for hypersensitivity reactions caused by intolerance and individual reaction of the patient.
special instructions
In accordance with the results of clinical trials, activation of the immune system has a positive effect on the therapy of erosive-ulcerative inflammation of the gastroduodenal region in elderly patients. The use of Gepon is recommended both in the form of monotherapy, and in combination with Omeprazole, Amoxicillin and Trichopolum. In the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and dysbiosis, local activation of the immunity of the intestinal mucosa using microclysters with the drug, including in the form of monotherapy, is effective.
Analogues of the drug
In the instructions for use, Gepon analogues are not indicated. Their list is presented below.
- "Isoprinosine." In Russia, the average cost per package of medicine is 990 rubles. The active ingredient is inosine pranobex. It is produced in tablet form. The substance is indicated for the treatment of various kinds of viral infections, colds and flu. In addition, isiprinosine has been successfully used in the treatment of chickenpox, cytomegalovirus infection, hepatic inflammation, herpes zoster, mononucleosis caused by the virus, warts. Advantages: a small number of contraindications, a long shelf life - you can store up to five years. Disadvantages: high price, controversial effectiveness, does not help everyone, the impossibility of use by pregnant women.
- "Polyoxidonium." The average cost per package is 860 rubles. The active ingredient is azoximer bromide. Effective in chronic decreased immunity and recurrent infections. Advantages: high efficiency. Disadvantages: cost, does not help all patients.
Reviews about "Gepon"
According to patient reviews, Gepon is an effective drug that is widely used in women in the treatment of vulvovaginitis and candidal vaginitis. The drug is often part of the comprehensive treatment of constantly recurring and serious diseases of various origins.
We examined the Gepon medication for instructions for use, reviews and analogues.