With a cold, many people use vasoconstrictor drugs. They effectively eliminate the problem of nasal congestion, but with prolonged use cause dryness and swelling of the mucosa. As a result, the patient develops addiction, when it is already impossible to do without instillation. "Pinosol" has a completely different effect. Reviews often mention the ability of the drug to soften the mucous membrane and contribute to the speedy regeneration of damaged tissues. The characteristic aroma quickly facilitates nasal breathing, and the oily base has beneficial effects on the inflamed nasal passages.
Healing composition
"Pinosol" is available in various medicinal forms. The pharmacy may offer drops, spray, cream or ointment. The most popular view among the layman is nasal drops. They have a greenish-blue color with a characteristic smell of eucalyptus and menthol. The manufacturer pours the liquid into small glass vials that are equipped with an integrated rubber dropper.
"Pinosol" reviews has various. The medication is distinguished by a special composition, which helps some patients in the best way, but is completely unsuitable for others. The formula of the drug is multicomponent and the presence of a large number of oils of medicinal plants. If we consider in detail the composition of the drops, then there are several active substances:
- pine oil;
- eucalyptus oil;
- peppermint oil;
- Îą-tocopherol acetate;
- thymol;
- guaiazulen.
As auxiliary components to give the drug a special consistency are used:
- vegetable oil;
- macrogol ether;
- apricot oil glyceride;
- butylhydroxyanisole.
Thanks to the natural composition, many patients trust Pinosol. Reviews indicate that drops contribute to the restoration of nasal breathing due to healing oils. In addition, the medicine promotes the healing of small cracks that occur with frequent blowing of the nose.
"Pinosol" spray - reviews
In addition to drops, a medicine in a spray format is popular with adults. He has a slightly different composition, but the differences are minimal. The current components are:
- peppermint oil;
- mountain pine oil;
- eucalyptus oil;
- thymol;
- Îą-tocopherol acetate.
To ensure the necessary consistency and the ability to spray the drug into the nasal passages, an auxiliary substance such as medium chain triglycerides is used.
"Pinosol" (spray) reviews have accumulated quite positive. Some people get a means to restore the mucous membrane and are surprised that it also makes breathing easier and relieves swelling. In addition, the drug is completely non-addictive and can be used for a long time. Unlike drops, irrigation is more complete, so the effect can be observed faster.
The spray finds its application in the treatment of sinusitis. Patients note that swelling of the tissues and dryness in the nose quickly disappears, therefore, the effect of other drugs increases.
Oily fluid properties
Pineosol Drops have pronounced bactericidal properties. In the reviews of doctors there are references that the tool perfectly complements antibacterial therapy and anti-inflammatory. If you turn to the instructions, it becomes clear that the medicine is an antioxidant of plant origin. The tool has a pronounced anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.
Many patients trust Pinosol. The reviews focus on the naturalness of the composition. Thanks to the presence of a mixture of essential oils, the medication helps:
- eliminate swelling of the soft tissues, and, accordingly, restore normal nasal breathing;
- reduce the viscosity of the secret;
- relieve mucosal inflammation.
As a bactericidal agent, Pinosol drops can be prescribed. Reviews confirm the antibacterial activity of the active ingredients. The medicine is able to destroy harmful bacteria that are gram-negative and gram-positive. Among them, experts especially highlight staphylococcus, which is the culprit in the proliferation of the mucosa and respiratory failure.
However, pharmacists emphasize that the drug has not yet been fully studied, perhaps it has additional features. Among the identified it is worth noting:
- the ability to eliminate mold and yeast;
- efficacy against candida and aspergillus type fungi);
- antimycotic activity.
Component Action
Many patients before using Pinosol, study the instructions and reviews with special care. If the responses may vary due to the characteristics of the organism, then everything is reliably described in the annotation. You need to know how each component works, its role in the treatment of the common cold.
All active substances of the drug have a powerful regenerative effect. In reviews, it is often mentioned that the damaged mucosa is restored quickly. Small cracks, abrasions and wounds on the epithelium heal and do not bother the patient.
The main healing properties of the active ingredients:
- Oil of pine, eucalyptus and peppermint has an antimicrobial effect. Adds activity and stimulates the action of herbs thymol.
- It promotes the process of tissue regeneration and accelerates its own recovery processes of vitamin E.
- Light analgesic effect provides peppermint oil.
- Tocopherol acetate promotes healing and restoration of the mucosa.
It also has vasoconstrictor activity "Pinosol". The instructions for use and reviews nevertheless specify that this action is insignificant. The drug is more characteristic of regenerating and emollient properties. But it is worth noting that the medicine is indicated for rhinitis that is not associated with allergic manifestations.
Indications for use
"Pinosol" has collected a variety of reviews. Many patients are satisfied with its effectiveness, with a cold they try to use only this drug. But there are responses that the medicine had no effect and even contributed to the deterioration of the situation. Doctors associate such problems with illiterate use and a lack of understanding in which cases it is necessary to use a medication based on essential oils. Among the main indications in the instructions are indicated:
- inflammation of the nasal mucosa, characterized by dryness;
- chronic rhinitis of non-allergic nature of an acute and chronic nature;
- rhinopharyngitis (in this case, it is recommended to use a spray);
- postoperative period on the nasal cavity (ointment and drops may be recommended).
It should be understood that seasonal rhinitis and runny nose caused by an allergic manifestation, Pinosol drops are not used.
Instructions for use "Pinosol"
Instructions for use, price and reviews most often interest a potential buyer. The drug is freely sold in the pharmacy; a prescription is not required for its purchase. The medication is quite budgetary - one bottle of drops can be bought for 150-200 rubles.
The doctor may recommend the dosage regimen and dosage, but information can also be gleaned from the instructions. The treatment process is not burdensome, for convenience, each bottle is equipped with a built-in dropper.
The drug is available in different forms and in various conditions, drops, spray, cream or ointment may be recommended. If drops are preferred to relieve unpleasant symptoms, it is important to follow the attached instructions. The tool can be used in its pure form, and also a solution is prepared from it.
The treatment regimen for adults involves instillation of 1-2 drops in each nasal passage. The multiplicity is 3-4 times a day. At the same time, if the acute form of the common cold is disturbing, then it is allowed to use the drug every two hours. General therapy can last up to 7 days.
Use in childhood
For different age categories "Pinosol" is intended. In the reviews for children, it is indicated that the medicine relieves nasal congestion well, promotes healing of the delicate mucous membrane and is recommended for acute runny nose. However, negative reviews are also enough. Not all children like the characteristic smell of the medicine; after instillation, itching and burning may disturb. Therefore, the instructions say that if the child does not tolerate direct instillation into the nostril, then you can use a cotton swab that is inserted shallow into each nasal passage. The procedure should be repeated up to 4 times a day.
Instructions for use
The main treatment regimen is as follows:
- To facilitate nasal breathing and healing of damaged mucosa, it is necessary to instill one drop 3-4 times a day into each nostril.
- "Pinosol" can be used to prepare a solution for inhalation. It is necessary to measure 50 drops and take the recommended amount of fluid for a particular nebulizer. The procedure can be performed up to three times a day.
Due to the fact that "Pinosol" is rich in essential oils of medicinal plants, it is noted in reviews for children that the drug is not recommended for use until the age of two. It can cause allergies and other unpleasant symptoms associated with increased sensitivity to oily components.
Adverse reaction
The drug has quite a lot of positive reviews. The medicine is not addictive, does not dry the mucous membrane, and effectively eliminates puffiness with a severe cold. However, plant essential oils are not well tolerated by everyone. When used for the first time, it may be a burning sensation and itching. The main symptoms that may bother the patient during treatment are the following:
- swelling of the nasal mucosa with sensitivity to active ingredients;
- with intolerance to the ingredients, urticaria, contact dermatitis, rash, redness of the skin may occur;
- irritation on the nasal mucosa;
- Quincke's edema;
- bronchospasm;
- dry mucous membranes of the nose;
- redness and irritation of the eyes.
To eliminate a runny nose and dry nose, many people prefer to use Pinosol oil. The reviews mention its beneficial effect on the mucous membrane and lack of addiction. However, possible side effects should be considered and if any unpleasant signs appear, discontinue treatment.
Contraindications
Judging by user reviews, "Pinosol" refers to safe medicines against dry nose, feelings of congestion and acute rhinitis. However, the instructions have clear instructions when the drug can not be used:
- atrophic form of the common cold of allergic origin;
- individual sensitivity to any component included in the composition;
- age up to two years in relation to drops and up to three in relation to spray;
- with sinusitis, many practitioners prohibit the use of "Pinosol" (but it can be recommended as adjunctive therapy).
conclusions
The drug is made on the basis of healing essential oils, which have a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and softening effect. Drops are not addictive, therefore, after the abolition of feelings of swelling does not occur. At the same time, the components themselves are very active, with hypersensitivity they can provoke side effects.