"Vilprafen 500" is a pharmacological drug that is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is quite effective, as it contains an antibiotic with a wide spectrum of effects. Quite often it is prescribed to those people who are allergic to penicillin-type antibiotics.
"Wilprafen 500": a brief description and properties
As already mentioned, the drug contains an antibiotic called josamycin, which can affect both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Chlamydia and some mycoplasmas are also sensitive to it.
The active substance of the drug quickly enters the bloodstream - its maximum concentration is reached after an hour after receiving. The antibiotic is able to accumulate in the soft tissues of the human body, as well as in the skin and lymphatic system. The substance is decomposed by the liver. It is excreted mainly along with bile, and only part of it enters the urine.
"Vilprafen" (500 mg): indications for use
The drug is widely used in the treatment of diseases caused by bacterial pathogens. It is prescribed for diseases of the skin, for example furunculosis, erysipelas, and atideria.
It is also taken for diseases of the respiratory system - bronchitis, laryngitis, scarlet fever, diphtheria, whooping cough, tonsillitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, pneumonia (including atypical). In addition, they treat dental infections, such as gingivitis or periodontal disease.
"Vilprafen 500" is effective for anthrax, diseases of the lymph nodes, sinusitis, otitis media, psittacosis, anthrax, sexually transmitted diseases, infections of the genital and urinary systems, prostatitis, gonorrhea. The drug is used by doctors and as an adjuvant in the treatment of syphilis. It is simply indispensable for those patients who have developed individual sensitivity to penicillin.
"Vilprafen 500" : instructions for use
As a rule, doctors prescribe 1 to 2 grams of the drug. The frequency of use is approximately two or three times a day. But you can not use the medicine yourself, since it is still an antibiotic. It can be taken only as directed by a specialist who will indicate the dosage and mode of administration. The duration of treatment can vary and is determined only by the doctor.
If you forgot to take the drug at a certain time of the day, then you should not use a double dose of the medicine at the next dose — return to the normal treatment regimen.
"Vilprafen 500" : contraindications and possible side effects
Taking the drug is not possible for those patients who have an individual hypersensitivity to this antibiotic or severe liver disease. Very carefully and only with constant medical supervision can the drug be used for people with kidney failure.
As for the side effects, they appear quite rarely. For example, a person may complain of nausea, severe heartburn, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and vomiting. Symptoms of dysbiosis may appear, therefore, before taking the medicine, you should ask your doctor to prescribe drugs to protect the body from the harmful effects of the antibiotic.
In some cases, when taking Vilprafen, the outflow of bile may be impaired, resulting in jaundice.
Cases of the appearance of thrush, urticaria, and hearing impairment after taking an antibiotic are considered very rare.
Pregnant women and nursing mothers are allowed to take this medication only with the appropriate doctor's prescription. "Vilprafen 500" interacts differently with other drugs, so if you are taking any other medicines, then it is worth informing your treating specialist.