Respiratory organs are the main gate through which pathogenic microbes enter the body of an adult or child. Especially quickly and often this happens with mass diseases. In some cases, the infection provokes complications of a different nature.
In the treatment of colds and viral diseases, untimely, unsystematic treatment, as well as irrational use of drugs at a certain point can cause the development of sinusitis. Therefore, it is worthwhile to learn more about what the Isofra antibiotic is.
Description of the drug
To effectively solve the common cold problem, professionals recommend using nasal drops with the Isofra antibiotic, instructions for use of which will be given later. They release it in the form of nasal drops, as well as a spray in a white plastic bottle with a spray, the volume of which is 15 ml.
The composition of the antibiotic "Isofra"
This tool contains framycetin - a fairly powerful antibiotic that is part of the aminoglycoside group. So, in 100 ml of "Isofra" contains about 1 g of framycetin sulfate. Therefore, it is very effective in eliminating many microbes and infections: streptococci, pseudomonas and enterobacteria.
Benefits of the drug
Usually the local antibiotic Isofra is prescribed for mucous discharge from the nose, headache, pain during palpation of the maxillary sinuses, as well as other symptoms that confirm the development of the infection. According to people's experience, the use of this antibacterial drug is capable of eliminating the manifestations of sinusitis in a rather short time. And this happens without any special complications.
The use of the antibacterial "Isofra" is indicated in the treatment of sinusitis, as this tool helps to protect a person from a maxillary sinus puncture. Local use will prevent the occurrence of side effects that are noted when using other antibiotic agents.
If the mucous discharge on the 4th day of the disease turns green, this usually indicates the development of the bacterial flora. In this situation, the use of antibiotics is indicated. "Isofra" can be prescribed after operations to prevent infection in the respiratory tract.
In addition to sinusitis, spray or drops are recommended for:
- chronic sinusitis;
- rhinopharyngitis;
- acute rhinitis.
It is worth noting that in the case of sinusitis, especially in the advanced stage, one antibiotic will not be enough. Usually, the doctor prescribes Isofra along with other methods of therapy. Only the right combination of treatment methods can enhance the effect of this antibiotic.
Drug use
Before using this tool, you need to thoroughly rinse your nose. After that, you can inject the required dose of spray, holding the bottle vertically.
Adults can use it 4-6 times, and children - a maximum of 3 times a day. The course of spray treatment is usually about 10 days, but the final term should be prescribed by the attending physician. With prolonged use, doctors note a violation of the natural microflora of the nasopharynx.
Many otolaryngologists advise using a wait-and-see approach: within a week, a viral infection can go away on its own. If you use antiviral drugs, the disease can go away in about 4 days. But if antiviral drugs do not cope with the pathology during this time, you can prescribe the antibiotic Isofra.
What form of drug to choose?
It is very difficult to find Isofru in the form of drops. The drug is usually sprayed into the nose, for which they use a special dispenser worn on the bottle. With this method, uniform spraying and better penetration of the antibiotic are ensured, as well as its ease of use.
Drops are usually bought for children. Many people believe that such a drug is safer for infants than a spray. However, doctors note that it is not very convenient to use a similar form of Isofra. Indeed, in the case of drops, one does not have to talk about the exact dosage, since the first part of the solution will leak out, and the second will drain into the larynx and be swallowed. Spray with strict dosing is sprayed much better, which allows you to act in a specific destination. Thanks to this, a more pronounced effect is provided.
So, the drops will “work” when instilled not so efficiently, so the manufacturers decided to produce Isofra in the form of a spray. This explains why drops are so hard to find in pharmacies.
Contraindications, side effects
"Isofru" is not recommended for use with:
- hypersensitivity to antibiotics;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
- child's age less than 1 year;
- tendency to allergic reactions.
The likelihood of an overdose when using Isofra spray is minimal. Side effects include rashes and itching on the skin. Basically, side effects occur if you use this antibiotic for more than 10 days. That is, long-term use often becomes the result of resistance and addiction of harmful microbes to the medicine.
Isofra for children
This product is approved for use by infants and children. But in this case, the main thing is to approach treatment with caution, since such strong antibiotics can only cause harm to children, namely: lead to a violation of microbiological balance.
It is worth noting that this tool is not the most harmful antibiotic for a child, so manufacturers and doctors can even prescribe it to infants without fear. According to various clinical experiments, Isofra is effective and absolutely safe for the child. The minimum amount of framycetin will enter the bloodstream.
Isofra for pregnant women
Nowadays, there is no information about the negative effects of this drug on the fetus, as well as on the period of bearing and feeding. But nevertheless, it should be prescribed by the attending physician! During this period, it is necessary to control the intake of all drugs.
Analogues of the drug
If after a week there is no therapeutic effect, "Isofra" must be discontinued. You can solve the problem with structural analogues having the same or very similar active substance and pharmacological group: Amikacin, Garamycin, Kirin, Amikozit, Brulamycin, Nebcin, Bramitob, Gentamicin, Dilaterol ”,“ Netromycin ”,“ Tobrex ”,“ Streptomycin ”,“ Fartsiklin ”,“ Hemacin ”,“ Amikabol ”,“ Selemytsin ”,“ Lycacin ”, etc.
special instructions
Long-term use of Isofra is fraught with the development of strains of microorganisms that react negatively to this agent. This is an additional argument for the use of antibiotics under constant medical supervision.
Doctors Research
For several years, many scientists and doctors have conducted numerous experiments showing the effectiveness of the use of Isofra in childhood. The participants were children and infants with various types of sinusitis. The drug was administered 1 injection three times a day for a week.
According to the results, no small patient had an allergic reaction. In more than 60% of children, full recovery was noted already on the 5th day. At the same time, in the case of treatment with other antibiotics, the doctors noticed the result only after 8-9 days.
Studies have also been conducted that determine the effect of treatment with Isofroy adenoids. The subjects were children with adenoids of the 2nd-3rd degree. After two days, an improvement in respiration was observed in young patients. And after 10 days, most children noted the absence of inflammation. In five out of 10 patients, the pathology of the third degree was reduced to the second.
It is worthwhile to learn more about what Komarovsky says about the Isofra antibiotic in the nose for children. He states that in modern medicine it cannot be used. The drug, in his opinion, causes various pathological changes. And if the doctor prescribed it, then you should turn to another.
Reviews
Some patients note that the doctor prescribed this spray to them after detecting sinusitis. After 3 days, significant relief was felt, and the side effects described in the instructions were not observed.
Some patients consider Isofra a good local antibiotic and share their experience on how best to use the drug. It is very effective, according to reviews, to use it according to the following scheme: initially, treat the nasal passages with a vasoconstrictor to clean the nose, and only after about 30 minutes spray the spray itself. In another case, the drug consumption will be large, and the effect is not so effective.
Some patients note that for some reason Isofra did not fit them. Although it really got better on the first day, the situation worsened as the spray was used. Perhaps, they believe, this happened due to the fact that they had not previously visited the ENT or because the antibiotic cannot be used because of individual intolerance. Another opinion is that the price of this drug is not justified.
Total
Isofra is an effective antibiotic with proven efficacy. But it is very important to pre-visit a doctor and use the drug correctly so as not to aggravate the situation and not cause negative consequences!