With a cold, drops are often used for instillation into the nose. If the symptom bothers an adult, then a spray will be more effective. There are a large number of drops that have a different effect. Vasoconstrictor drugs provide relief from nasal congestion. Markov drops are gaining more and more popularity. Let's see what it is in this article.
Action of vasoconstrictor drops
Drops are applied to the nasal mucosa , as a result of such exposure, the vessels are very narrow. It happens almost instantly. The narrowing of the vessels leads to the removal of puffiness. A person suffering from a runny nose can breathe through his nose again. But unfortunately, the effect of drops sooner or later ends, approximately this happens after 4-6 hours. The nose again lays, and there is a need for a new dose of the drug.
In addition, vasoconstrictor drops can reduce the amount of mucus that the nose produces. It becomes not so viscous, which also contributes to normal full breathing through the nose.
According to the instructions for use, prolonged use of vasoconstrictors is not recommended. The maximum period is 3-4 days. If you do not stop using the drops, you will become addictive. A person will be forced to apply drops constantly, every 4 hours on average. The mucous membrane of the nose will gradually thin out and cease to function normally.
It is important, if you become addictive, to force yourself to endure. The use of vasoconstrictor drops is strictly prohibited during this period. About a day or two will be hard, the nose will practically stop breathing. But then comes breathing relief. The mucous membrane of the nose will recover. At this time, drops of Markov can come to the rescue.
Who invented the recipe?
This drug is very popular in Yaroslavl. Gel drops are made in specialized pharmacies according to the recipe of Gennady Markov.
Gennady Markov works in the city clinic as an otorhinolaryngologist. On his account - many discoveries in the field of ENT diseases. Back in the seventies, he thought about lightweight drops in the nose.
Since many vasoconstrictor drugs are addictive, the addiction is especially acute in children. Ordinary drops do not have a specific focus, but are simply divided into children and adults. And Gennady Markov sought to subdivide the nature of the common cold and to each species to choose its own drops of Markov. Instructions for use will indicate how to properly use this remedy for the common cold.
Types of drops
Since every drop is created to treat certain mucosal disorders, Markov developed 10 types of drops. Almost everyone has the same composition, the only difference is in the active substance.
As a result of applying a drop of Markov, a runny nose most often disappears the very next day.
Doctors prescribe drops in the complex of the entire treatment. Often, drops of two types are prescribed to a person.
Most droplets are designed for children, as they are most susceptible to acute respiratory viral infections. After all, not all popular cold preparations that are available on the pharmacy network can be given to children.
Composition of a drop of Markov
Drops vary by number. Consider the compositions of the most popular of them.
Drops No. 5 for children have the following composition:
- "Galazolin", a solution (0.1%) - 0.3 ml;
- "Mesatone", solution (1%) - 0.17 ml;
- "Miramistin" (0.01%) - 0.9 ml;
- "Hydrocortisone" - 0.06 ml;
- "Gentamicin" (4%) - 0.7 ml.
You should also consider the popular Markov drops No. 4. Basically, they are prescribed for prolonged colds, which is important in the winter, as the spread of diseases is at its peak. Drops number 4 with an antibiotic that can be used by children does not cause nosebleeds and other side effects.
Markov drops No. 4 composition have the following:
- sodium bicarbonate - 2.0-2.5 ml;
- garlic juice - 1.5-2.0 ml;
- "Metronidazole" - 1.25-2.0 ml;
- water.
Buy Markov drops in pharmacies is very problematic, you need to find in advance where the drug is sold. They are sold only by prescription. In order to receive it, you must contact a medical institution. For six months, pediatricians have been prescribing these drops to children.
Drops are gel-like in structure, envelop the walls of the nose well. Directed to the very cause of the common cold. The composition includes "Hydrocortisone" or another tool that prevents the occurrence of an allergic reaction, contributes to the rapid disposal of puffiness. "Gentamicin" is an antibiotic, the main active substance. It may be composed of another antibiotic. "Galazolin" is aimed at narrowing the vessels of the nose. Droplets should be used when the runny nose is not too strong, and lasts a very long time, or with chronic nasal congestion. If severe inflammation joins, then stronger drugs will be required.
What drops of Markov to use in various cases, the doctor will tell. After all, you can buy them at a pharmacy only according to his prescription.
Markov drops are produced in a vial with a special pipette-dispenser, the volume of the bottle is 10 ml. Note that the shelf life after opening is 10 days. At the end of the term, they must be thrown away. Keep them in the refrigerator, do not allow children to take the drug.
Markov drops: instruction
When using the drug to treat the common cold, it is necessary to adhere to some rules:
- use no more than every 4 hours;
- during wakefulness, when the swelling is not so strong, minimize use;
- the next day from the start of use, gradually increase the interval between instillations;
- With the onset of recovery, completely abandon the use of drops.
It must be remembered that the uncontrolled use of pharmacy products can harm health.
Reviews
In general, Markov drops have only positive reviews. They very quickly relieve a runny nose, help even with severe nasal congestion. Virtually non-addictive, well tolerated.
However, it should be noted that specialists respond ambiguously about these formulations. Not everyone approves the use of such drops. In any case, without consulting a doctor, it is impossible to use such funds in any case.
What other drops are there with a cold?
Now in the pharmacy you can choose any means to get rid of a cold. Drugs are divided into:
- vasoconstrictor;
- antibacterial;
- anti-allergic;
- vegetable;
- oil;
- homeopathic;
- combined.
From all this diversity it is difficult to choose the most suitable and effective. Drops are also selected depending on the type of runny nose. But buying them yourself is not recommended. It is better to consult with a specialist. It is not worth treating a children's common cold on their own. With the wrong therapy, it can go into a chronic form.
We treat chronic runny nose
Treating a runny nose is not easy. In addition to medicines, general strengthening of the body is required here. Physiotherapeutic procedures will also be effective. You need to be more in the fresh air, eat a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables.
With care, the choice of drops in the nose should be approached to those people who have allergies. There is also atrophy of the nasal mucosa - here, too, you must be careful when using drops in the nose.