With sinusitis, the inflammatory process proceeds in the maxillary sinuses and delivers a lot of discomfort. Most often, the development of the ailment is provoked by bacteria, which only antibacterial drugs can fight. An effective drug is Sumamed. With sinusitis, it is prescribed for both children and adults. Consider in more detail the features of treatment with this drug.
What is the medicine?
Staphylococci, streptococci, hemophilic bacillus are pathogenic microorganisms that often cause inflammation in the maxillary sinuses. In most cases, the disease is treated with antibiotics. Azalides are considered one of the most effective and safe - modern antibacterial drugs belonging to the macrolide group. The representative of this category of medicines is Sumamed.
With sinusitis, it is important to start treatment during the acute phase. Therefore, with the first symptoms of the disease, you need to contact a specialist to conduct an examination and identify the type of pathogen of the inflammatory process. Therapy with the drug "Sumamed" in most cases gives a positive result and brings significant relief to the patient 3 days after the start of the medication.
Composition and release forms
The antibiotic has a wide range of therapeutic effects due to the active ingredient - azithromycin. The substance is a highly effective azalide, sensitivity to which are gram-positive and gram-negative pathogenic microorganisms, some anaerobes. The component is stable in an acidic environment and is rapidly absorbed from the digestive tract.
At the same time, it should be borne in mind that the drug does not affect the life of bacteria showing resistance to erythromycin.
How much to drink "Sumamed"? With sinusitis, the duration of treatment is usually 5 days. The drug is available in the form of tablets (125 and 500 mg), capsules (250 mg), powder for suspension (100 mg in 5 ml) and lyophilisate for infusion.
Indications for appointment
The antibacterial agent based on azithromycin has established itself exclusively on the positive side. It is often prescribed for the treatment of various inflammatory processes of bacterial etiology. It should be borne in mind that the medicine should be used only if the causative agent of the disease is sensitive to azithromycin. To do this, before starting therapy, a specific laboratory study is performed.
According to the instructions, Sumamed will be effective in treating the following ailments:
- infectious processes in the upper respiratory tract (pharyngitis, sinusitis, otitis media);
- inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs;
- severe infections of the lower respiratory tract (pneumonia, acute bronchitis);
- dermatological diseases (acne vulgaris, impetigo);
- sexually transmitted infections.
Children and adult patients are often prescribed the drug "Sumamed" for sinusitis. How many days to drink the medicine is determined solely by a specialist. He recommends a dosage. For treating babies, the dose is calculated according to weight. It is important to complete the course of treatment and not interrupt it halfway even with the disappearance of the symptoms of the disease.
Features of the use of the drug in the treatment of sinusitis
Therapy for the inflammatory process in the maxillary sinuses is prescribed after establishing the type of pathogen through laboratory tests. The methods of treatment depend on the symptoms of the manifestation of the pathology. With viral sinusitis, it is impractical to use antibacterial drugs. In this case, treatment with inhalation, washing the nasal cavity with antiseptic solutions and taking antiviral drugs is indicated.
Bacterial sinusitis usually develops on the background of untreated acute viral diseases. Only antibiotics will help to cope with pathogenic microorganisms, for example, the drug "Sumamed". With sinusitis, the dosage is calculated for a day and depends on the age category of the patient. The maximum dose of azithromycin for an adult is 500 mg per day. The drug must be taken once a day.
The main objective of the drug is to suppress the vital activity of pathogens. The mechanism of action of Sumamed is based on the penetration of the active component directly into the focus of the inflammatory process at the cellular level. Strengthen the therapeutic effect of drugs for topical use for sinusitis (sprays, drops).
Treatment of sinusitis in children
Prescribing antibacterial agents to treat children always causes anxiety among parents. This is due to side effects that usually develop on the background of such therapy. Macrolides are considered one of the safest antibiotics, so they are often used in pediatric practice.
"Sumamed" children are prescribed in the form of a suspension. The drug has a bactericidal effect and does not allow the development of pathogenic microflora. The manufacturer of the medication warns that it is possible to give a suspension only if the child is older than 6 months and its weight is more than 10 kg. Only in rare cases, the drug is prescribed for babies up to 6 months.
Dosage for children
Treatment of sinusitis in children should be carried out under the strict supervision of an ENT doctor. When calculating the dose of the drug, the doctor takes into account the body weight of the child. Babies weighing 10 to 14 kg are shown to take 5 ml of a suspension (100 mg of azithromycin) once a day. The drug, which contains 200 mg of azithromycin in 5 ml of a suspension, is prescribed for children in the weight category from 15 to 45 kg.
To prepare the suspension, add 12 ml of water to the contents in the vial and shake thoroughly. Store the finished product only in the refrigerator and not more than 5 days. A special dosing syringe and a measuring spoon allow you to accurately select the required volume of medicine.
"Sumamed" with sinusitis: does the medicine help?
Modern medicine considers Sumamed a new generation drug, which differs from other antibiotics in its high efficiency, safety and minimal risk of side effects. A variety of release forms and dosages allows the use of the medicine to treat patients of all age groups.
For a positive treatment result, it is important to seek medical advice in a timely manner and begin drug therapy. The antibiotic Sumamed is considered quite strong, so it is prescribed even for the treatment of exacerbations of chronic sinusitis. If the medicine is used incorrectly, pathogenic microorganisms will develop immunity to the active component, which will negatively affect the healing process.
It is recommended in combination with other medicines to use "Sumamed" for sinusitis. How many days it will take to use the medicine and how quickly the relief of the symptoms of the disease will come depends on the severity of the patient's condition. According to the instructions, the antibiotic should be drunk for 3-5 days. However, in some cases, the doctor may extend the therapy to 7 days.
Contraindications
An antibacterial medicine has a number of contraindications, which you must familiarize yourself with before starting therapy. Do not prescribe "Sumamed" for sinusitis in the following cases:
- Intolerance or hypersensitivity to azithromycin or auxiliary components of the drug.
- Severe impaired liver or kidney function.
- Fructose intolerance.
- Hypersensitivity to other macrolides.
- Sucrose deficiency.
- The period of pregnancy and feeding the baby.
- Age up to 6 months.
"Sumamed" with sinusitis: reviews
According to patient reviews, the antibiotic practically does not cause side effects. The negative effect of macrolide on the intestinal microflora is minimal. Only in rare cases can diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, flatulence or allergic skin reactions occur. On the part of the nervous system, symptoms of malaise may appear: headache, weakness, dizziness, convulsions, loss of consciousness.
To avoid the appearance of similar symptoms, it is recommended to follow the medication schedule prescribed by a specialist and not exceed the dosage. Do not use antibiotics to treat inflammation in the maxillary sinuses of a viral etiology.
If necessary, the specialist will select cheaper analogues of the Croatian-made preparation Sumamed. With sinusitis, such drugs as Azithromycin, Azitrox, Sumametsin, Hemomycin will be effective.