Airborne viral infections are especially common in winter. It is at this time of year that it is very important to be fully armed. To prevent the penetration of viruses into the body of your baby will help "Oxolinic ointment" for infants. If you apply this tool daily, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of contracting various kinds of viral infections.
How does "Oxolinic Ointment" for infants?
The active synthetic substance of this agent is oxolin. It effectively fights against RNA and DNA viruses. In clinical trials, it was proved that this substance acts against herpes simplex viruses, influenza, as well as adenoviruses.
"Oxolinic ointment" for infants is able to stop the infection and prevent the multiplication of pathogenic microorganisms. Moreover, it blocks the local inflammatory process. The active substance of the drug comes into contact with acids, which are part of the virus, and block its action.
It should be noted that this drug is available in various dilutions. As a preventative measure, as well as to get rid of viral diseases, only 0.25% ointment is used. It will be discussed.
In what cases is Oxolinic Ointment used for infants? According to the instructions, it contributes to the body's fight against pathogenic bacteria due to its antiviral activity. Moreover, it effectively prevents the penetration of pathogenic microorganisms inside through the nasal mucosa and stops their spread at the very first stage.
For preventive purposes, "Oxolinic ointment" is applied to the newborn twice a day. It is especially important to use it before visiting a crowded place indoors (clinics, for example) or in the event that one of the family members who are in direct contact with the baby is sick. The use of this ointment can last from twenty-five days to a month. After a walk or a few hours after applying the product, even if you did not go out, it is necessary to rinse the baby's nasal passages, since this is where the largest number of bacteria is located.
It is recommended to apply the ointment in a thin layer, otherwise the baby will breathe through the mouth, which will reduce the preventive or therapeutic effect to zero, since it is oral breathing that facilitates the penetration of pathogenic bacteria into the body.
"Oxolinic ointment" for children under one year old. To apply or not?
Most pediatricians recommend this ointment as an excellent prophylactic. In addition, parents also note the effectiveness of this method. But what about the fact that the instruction for the drug does not recommend the use of this tool for children under the age of two? Experts advise diluting the ointment with petroleum jelly or an ordinary baby cream.
Some note excessive dryness of the nasal mucosa after using this tool, which is the main side effect of its use. There may also be a burning sensation in the application area, which passes quickly enough.
But the main reason why pediatricians and parents refuse to use this drug is the lack of any information about its safety for the smallest. No scientific research has been conducted in this area. Also, many note that the effect of its use is not inferior to the application, for example, petroleum jelly or baby cream. Any of the above means creates only a mechanical obstacle to the penetration of bacteria inside.
In any case, the choice is yours. The main thing is to be prudent when choosing preventive and therapeutic agents for the smallest.