Vilprofen (Josamycin) belongs to the category of antibiotics. The drug has the ability to inhibit the growth of pathogenic (pathogenic) microorganisms. This effect is achieved due to the inhibitory effect on the synthesis of protein components important for harmful bacteria. Achieving a high content of the drug at the site of the accumulation of pathogens can not only stop the development of bacteria, but also destroy them.
Wilprofen. Instruction Indications
The drug is part of the macrolide antibiotic group (the safest). A medication is prescribed for the treatment of pathologies caused by chlamydia, legionella, mycoplasmas, staphylococci, clostridia, streptococci, treponemas and a number of other pathogens.
The drug "Vilprofen" is defined by the instructions as a broad-spectrum antibiotic. In this regard, the medication is prescribed for various infectious and inflammatory diseases concerning ENT organs (otitis media, tonsillitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis), the respiratory tract (whooping cough, pneumonia, bronchitis), genitourinary organs (gonorrhea, syphilis, prostatitis), cavities mouth (periodontitis, gingivitis), as well as skin (pyoderma, acne, furunculosis).
As contraindications to the drug "Vilprofen", the instruction calls hypersensitivity to components, functional hepatic lesions of a severe nature.
A complex medication with terfenadine and astemizole is not recommended. Vilprofen is able to retain them in the body for a longer period than necessary. This can trigger dangerous changes in the heart rhythm. The drug delays the elimination (elimination) of theophylline, increasing the risk of poisoning. Therefore, before use, you must visit a doctor. The reason for consultation before taking the drug "Vilprafen" is both pregnancy and lactation. Despite the fact that, on the recommendation of WHO, the medication is considered the first choice in the treatment of chlamydial infection during the gestation period, the doctor decides the advisability of the appointment.
Wilprofen. Instructions for use
The daily (recommended) dosage for patients over fourteen years of age is one to two grams in two or three doses. The initial optimal amount of the drug is one gram.
For the treatment of spherical and ordinary acne, 500 mg twice a day is recommended. Such treatment is carried out during the first two to four weeks. After - appoint 500 mg once a day. This dosage is supportive and recommended for eight weeks.
Chew tablets should not be. It is recommended to swallow whole, washed down with liquid.
As a rule, the duration of a therapeutic course is determined by a specialist. Taking into account WHO recommendations for taking antibiotic drugs, the duration of treatment for streptococcal infections is at least ten days.
When using the drug "Vilprofen", the instruction draws attention to the observance of the regimen of use. So, if one dose was forgiven, you should immediately take the drug. However, if the time has come for the next use, a double dose should not be taken. Breaks in therapy or premature discontinuation of the drug significantly reduce the likelihood of achieving the desired effect.
Adverse reactions can be manifested by a lack of appetite, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dysbiosis. In some cases, there is an increase in the activity of liver proteins (transaminases), a violation in the outflow of bile, jaundice. If persistent diarrhea arises as a result of using the drug, the likelihood of pseudomembranous colitis should be considered .
In rare cases, transient auditory disturbances, urticaria, candidiasis are possible.