The long-known combined drug with antibacterial action is Oletetrin. What does this medicine help from? It destroys many bacteria, even insensitive to penicillins. The effectiveness of the drug is explained by its antibiotics. Tetracycline belongs to the group of bacteriostatic drugs with a wide spectrum of action, and oleandomycin is a macrolide. They reinforce and complement each other's action. The drug is often prescribed because of its good tolerance and the lack of resistance of microorganisms to it. Another circumstance explains the popularity of the antibiotic Oletetrin. Its price is quite low compared to other drugs - about 150 rubles per course. It is available in tablets or capsules and a solution for injection, which makes it possible to choose a more preferred option.
Features of the action "Oletetrina"
The drug is well tolerated by patients, as it does not accumulate in the tissues.
It is rapidly absorbed and has a detrimental effect on many bacteria and microorganisms. He is active against:
- staphylococci and streptococci;
- hemophilic, pertussis and Escherichia coli;
- salmonella, shigella;
- chlamydia, mycoplasmas, spirochetes and other microorganisms.
Like most antibiotics, Oletetrin does not act on viruses. The drug is also ineffective for fungal diseases. On the contrary, in these cases it can not be taken, since mycosis is one of the side effects of this antibiotic.
"Oletetrin" what helps?
The drug is prescribed for many serious bacterial diseases. Even those infections that are not amenable to the action of penicillin are treated with Oletetrin. What helps the drug?
- from infections of the respiratory tract: bronchitis, bronchiectasis, pneumonia, lung abscess (except tuberculosis);
- from sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, otitis media and tonsillitis;
- from meningitis and sepsis;
- from cholecystitis and pancreatitis;
- from skin infections: furunculosis, carbunculosis and erysipelas;
- from diseases of the genitourinary system: cystitis, pyelonephritis, endometritis, as well as from gonorrhea, chlamydia and others.
There is experience in successfully treating severe infections with Oletetrin. What does this medicine help from? They treat brucellosis, tularemia, anthrax and amoebic dysentery. It is also used for intestinal infections, colitis and enterocolitis "Oletetrin." Reviews of this mark the successful cure of most patients. The drug is also effective for the prevention of postoperative complications and infections.
Oletetrin (tablets): instructions for use
Take the drug only as directed by your doctor. He will help determine whether it is advisable to drink "Oletetrin" in this case, and select the desired dosage. The course of treatment is usually 1-2 weeks, but with improvement, it can be stopped after 5 days. Drink "Oletetrin" you need 4-6 times a day, 1 tablet. Maximum per day, adults can take no more than 2 g of the drug.
You need to drink it after a meal, but it is unacceptable to combine the medicine with milk, since in this case it will not work at all. For children, the dosage is set individually, depending on the weight. Due to malabsorption of vitamins K and B, together with the drug, their additional intake is indicated. But medicines containing calcium, magnesium, and iron reduce the absorption of the antibiotic.
Contraindications and side effects
Not all patients are allowed to use this drug. Oletetrin is contraindicated in such cases:
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- children under 8 years old;
- with violations of the liver and kidneys;
- in case of individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
- patients with leukopenia.
Taking this complex antibiotic can cause various side effects. This is mainly a violation of the gastrointestinal tract:
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
- stomach ache;
- inflammation of the oral mucosa - glossitis and stomatitis;
- dysbiosis;
- loss of appetite.
An increase in intracranial pressure, dizziness and photophobia are also possible. What other side effects can Oletetrin cause? Reviews of doctors and patients note that against the background of prolonged use of this antibiotic, candidiasis, anemia, a deficiency of vitamins K, B and C, a violation of the production of liver enzymes and changes in the composition of the blood develop. Occasionally, photosensitization and tooth staining were observed in children. Therefore, taking the drug should be strictly in accordance with the instructions and as directed by the doctor.
Reviews of doctors and patients
The effectiveness of the drug is due to its combined composition. The bacteriostatic effect of tetracycline is supplemented by macrolide oleandomycin, which is active against microorganisms insensitive to other antibiotics. Therefore, doctors with many diseases prescribe it is "Oletetrin." Reviews of its use note that it is tolerated quite well. The medicine is rapidly absorbed and almost non-toxic. Even with prolonged use, microorganisms cannot develop resistance to the action of the drug. Many patients also respond well to the antibiotic Oletetrin. Its price is affordable to all people, and its good tolerance and effectiveness makes this medicine popular. Many note that after unsuccessful treatment with penicillin or other antibiotics, Oletetrin quickly relieved their condition and helped to cope with the infection.
Analogues of the drug "Oletetrin"
This medicine has other names: Tetraolean or Sigmamycin. These drugs have the same composition and effectiveness. The drugs closest to them in terms of mode of action are Tetracycline and Oleandomycin.
But their effectiveness is slightly lower. What else can replace the drug "Oletetrin"? Its analogs may have the same effect, but may be less effective.
- "Eritsiklin" is the drug closest to "Oletetrin," since it also contains macrolide and tetracycline.
- "Safocide" - a combined preparation, contains the bacteriostatic agent "Azithromycin", the antifungal - Fluconazole "and the antimicrobial -" Secnidazole ".
- "Tsiprolet" and "Tsifran" are antibiotics of the fluoroquinolone group, which are not as effective as Oletetrin.
If you need to replace the drug with its analogues, you must consult a doctor. After all, the effect of different antibiotics and the features of their administration can differ significantly.