Miramistin is an antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, immunoadjuvant drug. It is used in the fight against viruses, fungi, bacteria. It is effective for burns, as it has a local immunostimulating effect. Due to the effects of the molecules of this drug on the outer shell of microbes, the destruction and death of pathogenic cells occurs.
Today, this medication is used in surgical, dental, traumatological, dermatological, venereological areas, etc. It can be used not only for adults, but also for babies from three years old. Most parents use Miramistin for burns in children.
Story
The development of this drug began in 1980 with the aim of using it by astronauts as an antiseptic. The developments were complicated by the fact that the fight of the drug against various infections (bacterial, viral and fungal) could occur in difficult conditions. Also, the latest development was supposed to be detrimental to bacteria resistant to antibacterial drugs. As a result, after some time, a drug appears that is able to fulfill all the requirements. In 1991, this medication was officially registered, and in 1993 the first batch was released. Initially, the drug was called Ifacept, then it changed to Miramistin.
Over the years, the scope of application of Miramistin expanded more and more, from 1994 to 1999, research was carried out on its use in gynecology, otolaryngology, and gastroenterology. Miramistin also began to be used for burns.
With the help of this medicine, measures were taken to prevent and treat purulent lesions of burns of various degrees. This suggests the conclusion that it is possible and necessary to use Miramistin for a burn.
Pharmacology
This antimicrobial drug with local use does not penetrate the mucous membrane and skin. Hospital strains of viruses, including those resistant to antibacterial drugs, are not resistant to it. Miramistin causes the death of aerobic and anaerobic organisms. It is able to destroy some types of fungi and viral infections, as well as sexually transmitted infections.
When using this tool, local immunity is stimulated, and accordingly, the lesions heal faster.
Of the contraindications, only individual intolerance should be noted.
A similar drug is the popular chlorhexidine.
Structure
Miramistin can be produced in the form of a colorless, clear solution foaming with shaking, as well as in the form of an ointment.
The main component is benzyldimethyl ammonium chloride monohydrate, and the auxiliary component is water.
Available in two forms. Vials with a liquid preparation have different nozzles depending on their application: spray, applicator, nozzle for gynecological procedures.
Areas of use
Miramistin is a broad-action medicine that is used in various fields:
- in surgery: preventive measures for suppuration of wounds and their treatment, including burn wounds;
- in dermatology: preventive and therapeutic measures for diseases caused by different types of fungi;
- in otolaryngology: treatment of inflammatory processes of the ears, maxillary sinuses, tonsils, larynx;
- in dentistry: preventive and therapeutic measures for oral diseases;
- in obstetrics and gynecology: preventive and therapeutic measures for injuries, infections after childbirth, treatment of vulvovaginitis, endometritis;
- in urology: in the complex treatment of diseases such as urethritis, urethroprostatitis;
- in venereology: preventive measures for sexually transmitted diseases.
Treatment
Quite often, patients ask the question: "Is Miramistin possible for burns?" The answer will be positive, as it is used both in medical institutions and at home.
But its use will depend on the degree and type of burn. Sometimes one Miramistin for burns is simply not enough.
Medical measures for the first and second degree
First-degree burns are mild, redness or slight swelling may appear after exposure. Recovery takes several days.
The second degree is one in which redness, pain, swelling is formed and blisters appear. Recovery will take place in 7-14 days. In the second degree of damage, a doctor's consultation is necessary.
Therapeutic measures of both forms of such burns can be carried out at home, but provided that the area of damage and the resulting blisters are small.
The question of how to use Miramistin for burns can be answered in the form of a small instruction:
- The source of the burn is removed.
- Clothes are removed at the site of damage, if necessary, a fragment thereof is cut out.
- The wound is washed in order to cool and cleanse it.
- A sterile piece of tissue (bandage, swab) is wetted with a solution. If ointment is used, it is necessary to lubricate the damaged area with it. It all depends on the degree of damage. Then you need to fix the wound with a sterile dressing.
- If necessary, take an anesthetic.
Apply dressings with Miramistin for burns until the healing of the damaged surface.
It is forbidden to tear off pieces of tissue from the wound, apply ice, use a band-aid, a tight bandage, iodine, brilliant green, sour cream, oil, open the blisters independently.
The first measures for burn injury of the third degree
This degree is a serious injury in which damage to the skin, muscles, and bones occurs. These patients must be hospitalized.
Measures to be taken in the first place:
- eliminate the source;
- call a doctor;
- rinse the damaged surface with running cold water for a long time;
- treat with an aqueous solution of Miramistin for burns with boiling water;
- cover the damaged surface with a sterile cloth;
- to prevent dehydration, give the victim more drink;
- if necessary, give an anesthetic.
Mandatory hospitalization for burns should be carried out by babies up to one year old, as well as children with a surface damage of more than two percent. Adults whose surface damage exceeds five percent, as well as older people, need urgent hospitalization.
Application Reviews
According to numerous reviews, and there are about 400 examined, this drug earns a solid four.
Among the positive aspects note: ease of use, versatility, permission to use by pregnant women, the absence of negative feelings, excellent antiseptic properties, effectiveness.
Disadvantages:
- may cause allergies;
- can not be used in children under the age of three years;
- expensive;
- in some cases there is no positive trend;
- you need to start taking it in the initial stages, otherwise it may be useless.
If we compare “Chlorhexidine” with “Miramistin”, the first is slightly inferior to the second.
Chlohexidine has a bitter taste. It is not so convenient to use, it does not cope with some tasks where Miramistin is effective. But Chlorhexidine has its advantages: it is cheaper and more diverse in the form of release, since it is produced in the form of vaginal suppositories, emulsions, creams, ointments, as well as in the form of a solution.