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Oxolinic ointment represents antiviral drug, intended for local application. The ointment is used both in the treatment of common viral diseases, so for their prevention.Oxolinic ointment - composition, release forms and commonly used names
Oxolinic ointment It is produced only in the dosage form of an ointment. However, at present, depending on the purpose, two types of Oxolinic ointment are distinguished:1. Ointment for nasal use 0.25%.
2. Ointment for external use 3%.
As you can see, both varieties of Oxolin are ointments, and differ in the concentration of the active substance and the area human body, on which they can be used. Nasal ointment designed for insertion into the nasal passages and conjunctival sac or application to the eyes. Ointment for external use, accordingly, is used for application to the skin of the body.
Oxolinic ointment is often called simply Oksolin, which is the second officially registered name medicinal product. That is, the terms “Oxolinic” and “Oxolinic ointment” are two full and equivalent names for the same drug that can be used on an equal basis with each other. In addition, the names “Oxolinic ointment 3” or “Oxolinic 3” are often found, which are a slightly reduced full spelling of “Oxolinic ointment 3%” or “Oxolinic ointment 3%”, where the percentage symbol is not indicated, but only the digital expression of the required concentration is left ointments. Currently, in everyday speech, Oxolinic 0.25% ointment for nasal use is simply called “Oxolinic ointment” or “Oxolinn”, and 3% ointment for external use is called “Oxolinic ointment 3” or “Oxolinic 3”. Today, such names are well-established and understandable to most doctors, pharmacists and patients.
Both 0.25% and 3% Oxolinic ointment contain a chemical compound as an active component dioxotetrahydroxytetrahydronaphthalene, which has another, shorter name - oxolin. Just a short name chemical compound, which is the active substance, gave the ointment its name. 0.25% ointment contains 2.5 mg of oxoline per 1 g, and 3%, respectively, 30 mg per 1 g. As an auxiliary component, 0.25% and 3% Oxoline ointment contains medical purified petroleum jelly.
Currently, ointment of both concentrations is produced in aluminum tubes. Moreover, 0.25% ointment is in tubes of 5, 10, 25 and 30 g, and 3% is only 10, 25 and 30 g. The ointment is normally dense, viscous, thick, translucent with a whitish-grayish tint without any inclusions.
Oxolinic ointment – photo
Oxolinic ointment - scope and therapeutic effect
Oxolinic ointment has an antiviral effect, effective against the following types viruses:- Influenza virus;
- Herpes simplex virus;
- Herpes zoster virus;
- Chickenpox virus;
- Adenoviruses;
- Papillomaviruses (provoking the appearance of infectious warts);
- Molluscum contagiosum virus.
Oxolinic ointment destroys the above viruses by coming into direct contact with biological material that contains pathogenic viral particles, for example, mucus, epidermal cells, etc. Oxolinic ointment disrupts the reproduction of the virus, as a result of which, at the end of its lifespan, they simply die without having time to infect new cells and, thereby, continue the course of the disease. In addition, Oxolin is able to block the binding of viral particles to the cell membrane and prevent their penetration inside, thereby preventing the actual infection and development infectious disease in humans. And given that the virus needs to penetrate inside cells to reproduce, blocking this process reliably protects against the disease. It is precisely thanks to its ability to block the penetration of viral particles into the cell that Oxolinic ointment is an excellent preventive measure for viral diseases, including influenza, ARVI, chickenpox, etc.
Oxolin is a synthetic antiviral substance that was synthesized several decades ago, but viruses have not yet developed resistance to it, so the ointment is still effective.
Oxolinic ointment is partially absorbed into the systemic bloodstream, from where it is excreted by the kidneys within 24 hours. When the ointment is applied to the skin, only 5% of the total dose is absorbed. And from the mucous membranes (nose and eyes), an average of 20% of the total dosage of the ointment used is absorbed into the bloodstream.
Oxolinic ointment - indications for use
Ointment of various concentrations is indicated for use for different purposes, which are determined by the area of the body where the drug is applied. Oxolinic ointment 3% is indicated for use in the treatment of the following diseases and conditions:
- Warts caused by the human papillomavirus (common, flat, genital warts, "spikes");
- Lichen simplex;
- Squamous lichen;
- Molluscum contagiosum;
- Herpes simplex;
- Dühring's dermatitis herpetiformis;
- Psoriasis (in combination with other therapies).
Oxolinic ointment 0.25% is indicated for use for the treatment or prevention of the following diseases and conditions:
- Viral rhinitis (flu, ARVI, etc.);
- Viral eye diseases (conjunctivitis, keratoconjunctivitis, keratitis, etc.);
- Prevention of influenza and ARVI during seasonal epidemics.
Viral eye diseases, according to Russian and Ukrainian standards, are an indication for the use of Oxolinic ointment, but according to the Belarusian rules, they are not. That is why the instructions for use for drugs manufactured in Russia and Ukraine include viral eye infections in the range of indications. And in the inserts for the ointment made in Belarus, there are no viral eye diseases in the indication column. Moreover, some instructions specifically state that the ointment is not intended for application to the eyes. Since petroleum jelly of varying degrees of purification can be used in ointments, it is better not to introduce into the eyes those samples of the drug whose instructions indicate not to do so.
Oxolinic ointment for influenza is used exclusively as prophylactic, she cannot treat an infectious disease that has already begun.
Oxolinic ointment - instructions for use
When choosing a variety of Oksolin, you should remember that 0.25% ointment is applied only to the mucous membranes, and 3% only to the skin. It is unacceptable to apply 3% Oxolinic ointment to the mucous membranes, as this will lead to severe local irritation of the treated area and absorption of a high dose of the drug into the blood. Applying 0.25% Oxolinic ointment to the skin is pointless, since the effectiveness of such a low concentration is low.Nasal 0.25% Oxolinic ointment
In order to treat a runny nose caused by a viral infection, it is necessary to place the ointment in each nasal passage 2 - 3 times a day for 3 - 4 days. At the same time, the mucous membranes of the nasal passages are carefully lubricated, trying to distribute the drug in a thin layer so that it does not interfere normal process breathing through the nose. It is best to apply ointment cotton swab or a plastic spatula, which can be inserted deep enough into the nasal passages and gently lubricate the mucous membrane without injuring it.It is not recommended to use Oxolinic ointment before applying vasoconstrictor drops for a runny nose (for example, Naphthyzin, Galazolin, DlyaNos, etc.). However, if the discharge of mucous, liquid snot is too painful and causes severe discomfort, then you can use vasoconstrictor drops before adding Oxolin.
For the treatment of viral eye diseases, Oxolinic ointment is placed behind the eyelid 3 times a day with a special plastic spatula or spatula. If, in addition to Oksolin, other medications are used to treat viral eye damage, then the ointment is placed behind the eyelid only once a day, at night just before going to bed. The duration of the course of use of Oxolinic ointment is determined by the speed of recovery and recovery normal functions eyes. That is, Oxolin is placed in the eye until complete recovery.
To prevent influenza, 2-3 times daily a large number of Oxolinic ointment is placed in each nasal passage. Moreover, before each subsequent application of the ointment, it is necessary to rinse the nasal passages saline solution in order to remove material and preparation contaminated with viruses and bacteria. There is no need to try to place a “ball” of ointment in the nasal passage, which will almost completely block the external opening of the nose. You just need to carefully distribute a small amount of ointment along the mucous membrane of each nasal passage. To do this, it is convenient to use a cotton swab or other device, for example, a plastic spatula, which are sold in pharmacies or medical equipment stores. Oxolinic ointment is applied to the nasal passages during the entire period of rise and maximum development of the infectious outbreak. In addition, the ointment can and should be used to prevent infection during the entire period of close contact with a patient with influenza, even if this does not occur during a seasonal epidemic. The average prophylactic duration of use of Oxolinic ointment to prevent influenza infection is 25 days.
Oxolinic ointment 3% for external use
The ointment is applied in a thin layer to the affected area of the skin 2 - 3 times a day. During the application process, use light stroking movements to simply distribute the volume of ointment evenly over the area. skin without trying to rub it in. The skin is then covered with a sterile gauze pad and a bandage is applied. When treating severe and deep lesions of the skin, a thick occlusive dressing with wax paper, cellophane or polyethylene can be applied over the ointment and left for a day. An occlusive dressing is applied as follows: place a sterile gauze pad on the treated area of skin, cover it with a piece of waxed paper or polyethylene, place a piece of cotton wool on top and wrap tightly with a bandage or cloth. The duration of use of Oxolinic ointment ranges from 2 weeks to 2 months and depends on the speed of recovery.Overdose and interaction with other drugs
Overdose and interaction of Oxolinic ointment with other drugs used locally and externally have not been identified.Oxolinic ointment during pregnancy
Can Oksolin be used during pregnancy?
In this regard, as with most other old drugs, the instructions indicate that use is possible if the expected benefit exceeds all possible risks for the fetus. Translated from official into everyday language, this phrase means that any serious scientific research, which prove the complete safety and harmlessness of the drug for the fetus, has never been carried out anywhere. It is precisely the lack of such scientific research that modern world for obvious ethical reasons, no one will carry it out, and forces manufacturers to write in the instructions exactly this way and not otherwise, since this is the world standard.However, in practice, doctors often recommend Oxolinic ointment to pregnant women for the prevention of influenza and ARVI during periods of epidemics, considering the drug safe. This practical approach is based on the results of many years of observations. Thus, a very long period of use of Oxolinic ointment, including by pregnant women, and the resulting big number observations allow us to draw an unambiguous conclusion about the harmlessness and safety of the drug for women carrying a child. These results allow doctors to recommend the drug to pregnant women and classify it as safe. But such empirical data on the safety of the ointment are not taken into account and are not considered suitable for writing in the instructions about the possibility of its use during pregnancy. Therefore, we can consider the safety of Oksolin to be confirmed by many years of use, and the phrase from the instructions is simply a need to comply with international standards. And given that Oxolinic ointment was created at a time when they had no idea about international standards production pharmaceuticals, then the modern norms applied to it can be successfully ignored.
Oxolinic ointment during pregnancy - instructions for use
During pregnancy, Oxolinic ointment can be used to prevent influenza, ARVI and other infections, as well as to treat viral runny nose. Treatment of viral skin diseases during pregnancy is not recommended, since today there are more effective means. This means that pregnant women can only use 0.25% Oxolinic ointment by placing it in their nasal passages.For the purpose of prevention various infections the ointment should be placed in both nasal passages every time before leaving the house to go outside. After coming from the street or various institutions, the ointment must be washed out of the nasal passages with warm water. Otherwise, for prevention viral infections Pregnant women should apply Oxolinic ointment 2 to 3 times a day into each nasal passage separately. Moreover, with each subsequent application of ointment to the nose, it is necessary to wash out the previous volume of the drug warm water. Continuous preventive use of Oxolinic ointment by pregnant women can last up to 25 days.
In order to treat a runny nose, Oxolinic ointment is also placed in the nasal passages 2 - 3 times a day for 3 - 4 days in a row.
For correct application Oxolina must be squeezed out of the tube with a small pea of ointment (4 - 5 mm in diameter) and evenly distributed over the mucous membrane of the nasal passage with rotating movements. To treat the second nasal passage, you need to squeeze out a new pea and repeat the manipulation.
Oxolinic ointment for children
At what age can oxolinic ointment be used?
Strictly speaking, Oxolinic ointment can be used in children starting from the age of two. This age limit is not accidental; it is determined by the degree of maturity of children’s mucous membranes and respiratory organs, as well as their willingness to calmly react to fatty ointment. The fact is that in children under two years of age, the nasal passages are very narrow and freely communicate with the lacrimal sac of the eye and the middle ear. This anatomical feature leads to the fact that Oxolinic fatty ointment can easily get into the ear or lacrimal sac, causing the spread of infection. In addition, the ointment can simply block the passage to the middle ear or lacrimal sac, which will also cause adverse consequences, including an inflammatory process.It is also dangerous to use fatty Oxolinic ointment due to the narrowness of the nasal passages and the tendency respiratory tract to sharp and severe spasm up to complete obstruction (complete closure of the lumen of the bronchi or trachea). In a sick child under 2 years of age, the lumen of the respiratory tract is narrowed, and the accidental entry of a piece of fat in the form of Oxolinic ointment from the nose with a strong inhalation can cause complete blockage. Remember wheezing a child suffering from a viral infection. This characteristic whistle occurs precisely because of the narrowing of the lumen of the respiratory organs. In such a situation, a small piece of fatty and dense Oxolinic ointment can completely clog the already narrow lumen, depriving the child of the ability to breathe on his own.
After two years, the child’s airways and nasal passages become relatively wider, even against the background of spasm due to a viral infection, and cannot be blocked by a ball of ointment. Therefore, Oxolinic ointment can be used in children over two years of age.
Oxolinic ointment - instructions for children
In children, it is recommended to use only 0.25% Oxolinic ointment for the treatment of a runny nose and the prevention of influenza, ARVI, etc. To prevent influenza, it is recommended to apply ointment to both nasal passages 2-3 times a day, or before each time you go outside or visit a crowded place. For example, if a child goes to kindergarten, then the ointment should be applied in the morning before leaving the house, then after lunch and before a walk. The last application of the ointment should be done at home. However, it can be ignored if it is known for sure that everyone at home is healthy and cannot become a source of infection for the child. Before each subsequent application of the ointment, wash off the previous dosage of the composition with warm water.If the child does not go to kindergarten, then it is recommended to apply the ointment every time before leaving the house and wash it off after returning from the street. To prevent viral infections, Oxolinic ointment can be used in children for 25 days.
To treat viral rhinitis in children, Oxolinic ointment can be used according to the same regimen as for adults. That is, the ointment is applied 2–3 times a day for 3–4 days. However, the ointment can be unpleasant for the child’s mucous membranes, and if he does not tolerate it well, then it is not necessary to treat a runny nose with this drug, it is better to replace it with some other, no less effective among those available in the domestic market. pharmaceutical market.
Oxolinic ointment for newborns (infants)
Oxolinic ointment should not be used for newborns (infants), as it can cause severe complications. The ban on the use of ointment is not due to the harmfulness of the components of the ointment, but anatomical features upper and lower respiratory tract and ENT organs of an infant under 2 years of age.Oxolinic ointment for stomatitis
Oxolinic ointment has been used for a long time and has been successfully used for the treatment of viral stomatitis in children and adults. Many doctors even consider this ointment to be the drug of choice for viral stomatitis. So, to treat stomatitis, you should use only 0.25% Oxolinic ointment, which must be applied 3 to 4 times a day to the entire oral cavity, especially carefully treating aphthae (ulcers). Before each application of the ointment, use a clean cotton swab dipped in oil to remove all crusts that have formed, and then rinse oral cavity in any way antiseptic drug, for example, Furacilin, Chlorophyllipt, Chlorhexidine, decoction of chamomile, calendula, etc. Only after this pre-treatment Oksolin can be applied. The ointment is used until complete healing and disappearance of aphthae characteristic of stomatitis.
Oxolinic ointment for a runny nose
Oxolinic ointment is effective only for the treatment of a runny nose caused by an acute viral infection. respiratory infection, which in common parlance and in the peculiar slang of local doctors is simply called ARVI. In other cases, it is not advisable to use Oxolinic ointment to treat a runny nose, since the drug is ineffective.To treat a viral runny nose, the ointment is applied to both nasal passages 2–3 times a day for 3–4 days. Moreover, before each subsequent application of the ointment, it is necessary to rinse the nasal passages with warm water in order to remove the remnants of the previous dosage of the drug. Using the ointment for longer than 4 to 5 days is not advisable, since this will not increase its effectiveness and will not lead to a cure for the runny nose. If Oxolinic ointment does not relieve a person of rhinitis within 4–5 days, it should be replaced with another drug and the diagnosis clarified.
Before using the ointment, it is not recommended to instill vasoconstrictor drops into the nasal passages, for example, Naphthyzin, Galazolin, Xylometazoline, etc. The ointment must be applied as follows - squeeze a small pea with a diameter of 4 - 5 mm from the tube onto a finger or a cotton swab, insert it into the nasal passage and spread it evenly over the surface of the mucous membrane with a gentle circular motion. To treat the second nasal passage, you must first wash your finger or take a new cotton swab, squeeze the ointment onto it again and repeat the manipulation.
Oxolinic ointment for herpes
Oxolinic ointment 3% can be used for the treatment of herpetic rashes on various areas body, including on the lips or genitals. However, there are now more effective drugs, both for the treatment of labial (on the lips) and genital herpes. But if it is not possible to consult a doctor or buy another, specialized antiherpetic drug, Oxolinic ointment can be used to treat labial or genital herpes. In order to treat herpes of any localization, it is necessary to apply 3% ointment to the affected areas of the skin 3 times a day. In this case, you should avoid getting the ointment on the mucous membranes, since at a concentration of 3% it can cause itching, burning and irritation. Each time before applying the ointment, it is necessary to wash the treated area of skin with herpetic rashes. The ointment is applied in a thin layer with soft, non-rubbing movements, after which the treated area of skin is covered with a gauze cloth. If necessary, you can apply a bandage over the napkin.
Herpetic rashes are treated with Oxolinic ointment until they disappear completely. On average, a course of herpes therapy with Oxolin can last from 2 weeks to 2 months.
Oxolinic ointment for warts
Treatment of warts with Oxolinic ointment is quite effective, but long-term. The full course of therapy will last from 2 to 3 months. In this case, only 3% Oxolinic ointment should be used.In order to remove warts, it is necessary to lubricate them with Oxolinic ointment 2-3 times every day and cover this area of the body with an occlusive or simple bandage. The ointment should be applied in an even thin layer covering the entire diameter of the wart. A sterile gauze pad must be placed on top of it. A simple bandage is either applied over the napkin, or waxed paper or polyethylene is pressed tightly, which is tightly wrapped with a bandage or cloth. Each time you change the bandage, you should wash the wart and apply the ointment to clean skin.
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Contraindications for use
The only contraindication to the use of Oxolinic ointment is the presence of individual intolerance to its components.Side effects
When applied to mucous membranes, Oxolinic ointment can cause a short-term burning sensation, redness and itching, as well as rhinorrhea (increased secretion of mucus from the nose) as side effects. Data side effects are transient, that is, after some time after their occurrence, they completely disappear, and therefore do not require drug withdrawal or special treatment.When applying the ointment to the skin, a burning and itching sensation may occur, as well as a washable blue coloration. In addition, Oxolinic ointment can provoke the development of dermatitis.
Analogs
Currently, there are no synonymous drugs on the pharmaceutical market for Oxolinic ointment, which also contain dioxotas an active substance. However, there are quite numerous analogue drugs that have a spectrum of therapeutic effects similar to Oxolinic ointment, but contain different active substance. Analogs of Oxolinic ointment for nasal (0.25%) and external use (3%) are shown in the table.| Analogs of 3% Oxolinic ointment for external use | Analogues of 0.25% Oxolinic ointment for nasal use |
| Alpizarin ointment | Alpizarin tablets |
| Acigerpin cream | Amizon tablets |
| Acyclovir cream and ointment | Amiksin tablets |
| Acyclostad cream | Arbidol capsules and tablets |
| Bonafton ointment | Viracept tablets and powder for oral administration |
| Vartek cream | Hyporamine tablets |
| Vivorax cream | Groprinosin tablets |
| Virolex cream | Isoprinosine tablets |
| Viru-Merz serol gel | Ingavirin capsules |
| Gervirax cream | Isentress tablets |
| Herperax ointment | Yodantipyrine tablets |
| Gerpetad cream | Kagocel tablets |
| Herpferon ointment | Lavomax tablets |
| Hyporamine ointment | Liracept powder for oral administration |
| Gossypol liniment | Nikavir tablets |
| Devir's cream | ORVItol NP capsules |
| Zovirax cream | Oxonaphthylene |
| Imiquimod cream | Panavir gel |
| Lomagerpan cream | Proteflazid extract for oral and topical use |
| Fenistil Pencivir cream | Polyferon-CD4 tablets |
| Fladex ointment | Tiloron capsules and tablets |
| Helepin-D ointment | Tylaxin tablets |
| Epigen labial cream | Triazavirin capsules |
| Aldara cream | Tivicay tablets |
| Erazaban cream | Tetraxoline ointment |
| Celsentry tablets | |
| Ergoferon tablets |
Viferon or Oxolinic ointment?
Both ointments - Viferon and Oksolin - are used for the prevention of influenza and ARVI during mass epidemiological outbreaks and are not suitable for constant long-term use longer than 25 - 30 days. However preventive action Viferon and Oxolinic ointment are based on different effects.Thus, Viferon stimulates the production of interferon, a special substance that destroys viruses in the human body. And Oksolin acts directly on viral particles, preventing them from penetrating cells and multiplying, which leads to their death and the impossibility of developing an infectious disease. In other words, Viferon prepares the body in advance for a possible encounter with a virus, which will be immediately destroyed with the help of interferons, and Oxolin simply has a detrimental effect only on viral particles that come into contact with it. In addition, Viferon enhances the production of interferon throughout the body, despite the fact that it is applied only to the nasal mucosa. And this provides protection against a virus that has entered the body by any means - through the nose, through the mouth, through the eyes, etc. Oxolinic ointment does not provide such protection; it delays and neutralizes only those viruses that came into contact with it, and, therefore, tried to enter the body through the nose. Oxolinic ointment has no effect on viruses that enter through the mouth and mucous membranes of the eyes.
We can roughly compare Viferon’s action in relation to viruses to an army detachment armed and ready to attack, and Oksolin to trapping pits dug on the trails. Naturally, a squad ready for an attack will repel the attack, but trapping pits will be able to simply “neutralize” a certain number of viruses, reducing the intensity of their contact with the mucous membranes and, thereby, reducing the likelihood of disease.
Also, to obtain the full effect, Oxolinic ointment must be applied 2-3 times a day, each time rinsing the nasal passages with warm water. These procedures can be unpleasant and inconvenient for the person. Viferon ointment is applied only once, forms a protective film on the mucous membrane and works throughout the day.
Thus, we can make an unambiguous conclusion that Viferon is preferable to Oxolinic ointment, since it has better effectiveness and is more convenient to use.
Nasal ointment, which is an antiviral agent. It is used for both treatment and prevention of viral diseases. Additionally contains components that soften and protect the nasal mucosa. The drug is non-toxic and does not have a systemic effect. Can be used in pediatrics.
Dosage form
Oxolinic ointment is an antiviral drug intended for topical application. The medicine can be used to combat the spread of diseases of viral origin or as a prophylactic agent. Oksolin is available in the form of 0.25% or 3% ointment for external use. The drug is placed in a tube whose weight is 10 or 30 g. The ointment has a thick and viscous consistency. The drug may be white or yellow-white. During storage, the product often acquires a pinkish tint.
Description and composition
The main active component of the product is oxolin. It is supplemented with Vaseline and. Other substances are not included in the composition of the drug. Oxolin demonstrates high antiviral activity. The product can help fight viruses:
- flu;
- herpes zoster;
- herpes simplex.
Sensitivity to the main active component Adenoviruses and warts also have the drug infectious origin and molluscum contagiosum viruses.
The mechanism of influence of the active substance is based on the ability to block the binding sites of the influenza virus with the cell membrane. The product has a blocking effect and prevents the introduction of the virus.
The active substance does not accumulate in the human body. If the product is applied to the mucous membranes, only 20% of the drug will be absorbed. The medicine is not toxic and also does not have a systemic effect if used topically. If the drug is applied to the skin, only 5% of the substance enters the blood.
Oxolinic ointment does not have irritant effect, if the dosage and concentration of the product are observed during application, and the skin to which the drug is applied is not damaged. The drug is eliminated from the body through the kidneys. The action is carried out within one day from the moment of applying oxolinic ointment to the skin or mucous membranes.
Pharmacological group
The product is a drug with an antiviral effect for external use.
Indications for use
for adults
The doctor will prescribe the use of oxolinic ointment in the following situations:
- warts appeared;
- present viral diseases eyes or skin;
- scaly, encircling or vesicular is observed;
- present dermatitis herpetiformis Dühring;
- there is rhinitis and inflammatory processes of viral origin, which occur in the nasal mucosa.
Oxolinic ointment can be prescribed as a prophylaxis to combat the influenza virus. The product is applied during an epidemic to prevent the body from becoming infected with the virus. Oxolin is also effective for. In this situation, 0.25% ointment is used. If the disease is of herpes origin, the drug will also effectively help in the fight against it.
for children
For children, oxolinic ointment is prescribed as a prophylactic agent to combat influenza. To prevent the virus from entering the body, 0.25% ointment is used. The product can also be used to treat a runny nose. However, if a child does not tolerate the effects of the drug well, the use of oxolinic ointment should be abandoned. In this situation, the drug should be replaced with an alternative medicine that has a similar effect on the human body.
When deciding to use the drug, you need to take into account the age of the child. The ointment is not prescribed to newborns and very young children. Its use may cause serious complications. This occurs due to the anatomy of the infants' respiratory tract. The age at which the drug can be prescribed is determined by the doctor.
Oxolinic ointment is not prohibited during pregnancy. A doctor may prescribe a preventative measure during an epidemic of viral infections. Virus attack poses for expectant mother and the child are at greater risk than the effects of the drug.
Contraindications
The list of contraindications is minimal. It is necessary to refuse oxolinic ointment if a person has an individual increased sensitivity to the components of the drug or there is a tendency to allergic reactions. If, after using oxolinic ointment, one of the above problems occurs, you should immediately consult a doctor.
Applications and dosages
for adults
The specifics of using oxolinic ointment depend on the disease that a person wants to get rid of. If treatment is carried out for viral keratitis, as well as adenoviral keratoconjunctivitis, you need to use 0.25% ointment. The product is placed behind the eyelid. The procedure must be repeated 1-3 times a day. The duration of the course of treatment is 3-4 days.
If viral rhinitis is present, the product is applied to the nasal mucosa. The procedure must be repeated 2-3 times a day. The duration of the course is 3-4 days. To perform the manipulation, 0.25% ointment is used. A similar dose is used to prevent influenza and ARVI. If there is a flu epidemic, the ointment must be applied for several weeks, especially if there will be contact with the patient.
When fighting various types lichen or molluscum contagiosum, apply 3% ointment. It is applied 2-3 times a day to the affected area of the skin. The duration of treatment ranges from 14 days to 2 months. The exact duration of the course depends on the patient’s condition and the reaction of the disease to the effects of the drug.
3% oxolinic ointment is used for and 
getting rid of warts. The product is applied to the affected areas. The duration of the course is determined by the doctor. The individual nuances of the current situation and the patient’s condition are taken into account.
for children
Typically, the dosage of oxolinic ointment for children corresponds to a similar parameter relevant for adults. Before applying the product, you need to consult a specialist, especially if a small child needs to use the ointment.
for pregnant women and during lactation
The dose of oxolinic ointment that pregnant women should use is similar to the dose for an adult. Use the product without first obtaining medical consultation is strictly prohibited.
Side effects
If a person decides to use oxolinic ointment, side effects may occur. After applying the product to the skin or mucous membranes, the following phenomena may be observed:
- the appearance of rhinitis;
- burning at the site of application;
- slight discoloration of the skin in a bluish tint;
- dermatitis.
If side effects occur, you should immediately stop using oxolinic ointment and consult a doctor.
Interaction with other drugs
If oxolinic ointment is used intranasally together with adrenergic agonists, this may cause increased dryness of the nasal mucosa. Combining drug treatment with alcohol consumption is not recommended.
special instructions
Carrying out preventive treatment using oxolinic ointment can help prevent infection with viral infections, including influenza. However, the product does not provide a 100% guarantee. For this reason, experts advise using other prevention methods.
Overdose
IN official instructions The possibility of drug overdose is not mentioned. However, if you apply too much of the product to the skin, you may experience a burning sensation. In this case, you need to rinse the skin area with clean water.
It is prohibited to take the drug internally. If the product still gets into the stomach, you need to rinse it.
Storage conditions
The product can be purchased in pharmacies without a prescription. The drug must be stored and transported in its original packaging. The product should be kept out of the reach of children. Storage temperature should be no more than 10 degrees Celsius. The shelf life of the drug is 3 years from the date of manufacture. If the storage period has ended, use of the product is strictly prohibited.
Analogs
There are no complete analogues of oxolinic ointment; there are its substitutes according to the clinical and pharmacological group:
- refers to antiviral drugs. It is produced in several dosage forms, including in the form of gel and ointment for external use. It is prescribed for the treatment and prevention of acute respiratory viral infections, including influenza. In addition, it can be used in combination with other medications for herpes. The ointment is allowed for children from one year of age, the gel from birth. The drug can be prescribed for the treatment of pregnant and breastfeeding women.
- Infagel is available in the form of a nasal gel. Therapeutic effect from it is explained by the α-2b-interferon included in its composition, which has antiviral effect. The medication is recommended for treatment herpetic infections and prevention of ARVI in adults.
- refers to antiviral agents. It is produced in tablets for oral administration. The drug is used for the treatment and prevention of influenza in adults and children over 3 years of age. In addition, it is recommended for the treatment of herpetic infections in adult patients.
- is an antiviral drug available in tablets. The medicine can be used to treat ARVI and influenza in children over 7 years of age. It can be prescribed to adult patients for the treatment and prevention of acute respiratory viral infections, for the purpose of therapy viral hepatitis, herpes, chlamydia, tuberculosis, cytomegalovirus infection, encephalomyelitis.
Drug price
The cost of Oxolinic ointment averages 71 rubles. Prices range from 24 to 249 rubles.
In this article you can read the instructions for use of the drug Oksolin. Feedback from site visitors - consumers - is presented of this medicine, as well as the opinions of specialist doctors on the use of Oxolinic ointment in their practice. We kindly ask you to actively add your reviews about the drug: whether the medicine helped or did not help get rid of the disease, what complications and side effects were observed, perhaps not stated by the manufacturer in the annotation. Analogues of Oxolin in the presence of existing structural analogues. Use for the prevention of influenza and ARVI and the treatment of viral skin diseases in adults, children, as well as during pregnancy and lactation.
Oxolinic ointment- has antiviral activity, blocking the binding sites of the influenza virus (mainly type A2) with the surface of the cell membrane, protecting cells from the penetration of the virus into them.
Compound
Oxolin + excipients.
Pharmacokinetics
When applied to the skin, about 5% of the drug is absorbed, and to the mucous membranes - up to 20%. It does not accumulate in the body and is excreted mainly by the kidneys during the day.
Indications
- flu prevention;
- viral skin diseases;
- viral rhinitis.
Release forms
Nose ointment 0.25%.
Ointment for external use 3%.
Instructions for use and method of use
Nasally
Prevention of influenza and treatment of viral rhinitis: lubricating the nasal mucosa with 0.25% ointment 2-3 times a day.
Externally
Apply to affected areas of the skin 2-3 times a day. To remove warts, apply 3% ointment 2-3 times a day for 2 weeks - 2 months. After applying the ointment, wax paper is placed on top.
Side effect
- burning sensation of the nasal mucosa or skin;
- rhinorrhea.
Contraindications
- individual intolerance to the drug and its components.
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Prescription during pregnancy is possible only if the expected benefit to the mother exceeds potential risk for the fetus.
special instructions
Not available.
Drug interactions
Oxolinic ointment has low threshold absorption and is practically not absorbed into the body, and therefore systemic interaction with other drugs is minimal.
Analogues of the drug Oxolinic ointment
Structural analogues of the active substance:
- Oksolin;
- Oxolinic ointment;
- Oxonaphthylene;
- Tetraxoline.
If there are no analogues of the drug for the active substance, you can follow the links below to the diseases for which the corresponding drug helps, and look at the available analogues for the therapeutic effect.
By various reasons, be it fear or scarcity Money, many people do not contact medical institutions to remove papillomas. To get rid of tumors at home, 3 percent oxolinic ointment is increasingly used. The active substance has a detrimental effect on the virus and prevents reappearance growths. Judging by numerous reviews, oxolinic ointment 3% really helps against papillomas.
Indications
The main task this tool is the fight against viruses that penetrate into human body. The active substance interferes with vital functions pathogenic microorganisms, as a result of which they cannot multiply and infect healthy cells.
Indications for the use of oxolinic ointment are the following diseases:
- flu;
- herpes;
- chicken pox;
- ARVI;
Healing ointment also serves as an excellent prophylaxis against the above ailments.
Today the drug is produced with different concentrations of the active substance - 0.25% and 3%. In the first case, the product is intended for application to mucous membranes, in the second - for external use.
List of indications for more high concentration active substance expanded. It can be used in the fight against:
- warts;
- papillomas;
- condylomas;
- deprived;
- psoriasis;
- molluscum contagiosum.
Reviews of oxolinic ointment 3% for papillomas and others benign neoplasms supported by facts - during research, scientists have proven its effectiveness.
Contraindications
The drug should not be used if you are hypersensitive to the active substance or other components included in the drug.
There is no data regarding the safety of both 0.25 and 3 percent oxolinic ointment for children under 2 years of age, pregnant and lactating women. As a result, during the period of bearing a child, the drug can only be prescribed by the attending physician. It is also recommended to interrupt breastfeeding during treatment.
Instructions
Ointment 0.25% is applied to the nasal mucosa and placed behind the eyelid.
To treat or prevent a runny nose, you need to treat each nostril with the product. The amount of ointment should be minimal; this is important to ensure adequate air intake. For convenience and safety reasons (to prevent injury to the mucous membrane with a nail), doctors advise applying the drug with a cotton swab. At severe swelling and congestion, it is recommended to first use vasoconstrictor nasal drops. The procedure must be performed three times a day for 4 days.
The same regimen must be followed for the treatment of eye diseases. The main rule is that in order to avoid worsening the situation, the ointment should be placed behind the eyelid exclusively with a special spatula. If the doctor has prescribed other external remedies, the drug is used only at night.
According to the instructions for oxolinic ointment 3%, it is indicated for external use. The product is distributed over the affected area of the skin in a thin layer, after which a sterile napkin is applied to it, which is then fixed with a bandage.
If there are deep damage or extensive growths, cellophane and cotton wool are additionally used. They are placed on a napkin and only then the entire structure is tightly bandaged.
In the first case, the skin needs to be treated three times a day, in the second, dressings are required once every 24 hours. These manipulations should be carried out until complete healing or removal of growths.
Papillomas and condylomas: their differences and features of treatment with the drug
For benign growths, oxolinic ointment is very effective. They periodically appear on human skin and are not only cosmetic defect, but also a consequence of the reproduction of the human papillomavirus (HPV) in the body. It goes from a dormant phase to an active phase when weakened immune system. As a rule, this occurs against the background of smoking, overuse alcohol-containing drinks and promiscuous sexual activity.
Many people ignore small growths until they become a nuisance. From a medical point of view, papillomas do not always require immediate removal, while condylomas need to be gotten rid of as soon as possible.
The latter have the following distinctive features:
- They are inflammatory growths in the form of small papillae.
- They are attached to the skin with a wide or thin stem.
- In most cases they are a sign neglected form papilloma virus that entered the body through unprotected sexual contact.
- Have an extremely unattractive appearance. Papillomas have a more accurate shape.
- Most often localized on the genitals and around the anus.
Oxolinic ointment 3% for condylomas and papillomas is the most gentle remedy. In addition, it is available from pharmacies without a prescription and has a low cost. When treating the affected area of the skin three times a day, the duration of treatment varies between 2-8 weeks, the period depends on the location of the tumors and their size.
If they are localized on the mucous membrane of the external genital organs, the ointment can also be used. It is recommended to pre-steam rough skin in the area of growths (for example, on the heels) for better penetration of the active substance into the affected area.
Immediately after applying the ointment, a burning sensation appears - this is a normal reaction that passes quickly. The active ingredient of the drug stops and blocks access to the membranes of healthy cells.
With regular use, the growths peel off, decrease in size, and then disappear altogether. There are no traces left in their place, only clean, healthy skin.
Despite great amount positive feedback About oxolinic ointment 3%, it does not always get rid of papillomas and condylomas, but is guaranteed to prevent the formation of new ones. As a rule, when HPV treatment The doctor additionally prescribes medications that strengthen the body’s defenses.
Storage Features
To hold healing properties the product should be in a cool place. According to the instructions, the ointment should be stored at a temperature not exceeding 20 o C. Optimal place for her - the bottom shelf of the refrigerator door. At room conditions the active substance loses its medicinal properties.
The ointment may have a white or yellowish tint, and when treating affected areas of the skin, it may have a bluish tint. These are variants of the norm, these colors do not indicate damage to the product.
Price
Today, a drug called “Oxolin” is successfully sold on the pharmacological market in aluminum tubes of 10 g and 25 g.
When purchasing, you can get confused in the choice of manufacturers (“Nizhpharm”, “Sintez”, “Tula Pharmaceutical Factory”, etc.), but they do not matter - the product is manufactured according to a single recipe.
The price of oxolinic ointment, both 3% and 0.25%, is no more than 120 rubles, which determines its popularity.
Analogs
There are quite a few antiviral drugs, but not everyone is able to help in the fight against benign neoplasms.
Among alternative means the most effective for HPV are:
- "Panavir-gel". It gets rid of papillomas and condylomas in a short time, and due to its natural composition it has the least number of contraindications.
- "Viferon-gel". An excellent immunomodulator. Effectively blocks the multiplication of the virus; after the growths disappear, no traces remain. It also has a minimum of contraindications and can be used by pregnant and lactating women.
- "Antipapilloma-gel". Very quickly softens new growths, as a result of which they peel off and disappear completely. The first results are noticeable after 2-3 days.
- Salicylic ointment. To avoid damage to healthy cells, it should be applied exclusively to growths. The main disadvantages are that the result is achieved in a few weeks, and it cannot be used in the face and neck area.
Analogs of oxolinic ointment 3% have different prices, but most of them are available to everyone. The highest price for Panavir gel is 1000 rubles per 30 g.
During the height of influenza epidemics, we often hear it asked in pharmacies. Great hopes are placed on this ointment; it is considered reliable protection.
In the article we will tell you what oxolinic ointment is, what it is used for, how to use the product correctly, and why it is sold out so quickly in pharmacies when influenza epidemics are raging.
What is oxolinic ointment?
This is an ointment, mainly active substance which is oxolin. This component is believed to have an antiviral effect. The ointment was first released in the seventies of the last millennium in Russia. Until recently, it was absent from the list of international codes.
During pregnancy and lactation, use is possible if the potential risk to the fetus is less significant than the benefit to the mother's body. There are neither positive nor negative proven effects. This is because no research has been conducted in this area.
It can be said that universal remedy oxolinic ointment. Can children use this drug? With children, the same option as when using the product by pregnant women - there was simply no research in this direction. You should absolutely not use the ointment for newborns and infants, at least up to a year. For older children, the recommendation is to “use with caution.”
"Oxolinka" and the flu
Prevention of influenza, for which oxolinic ointment is most often used, is impossible without integrated approach. Do not think that if you smeared oxolinka on your nose, you are protected. This is a completely wrong proposal. The ointment will kill some viruses, but if your immune system is weakened and general state the body is completely deplorable, the ointment will not save not only from the flu, but also from many other viruses and bacteria. You need to take care of strengthening your immune system, monitor the quality of your sleep and nutrition. Then oxolinic ointment, as a means of protection and prevention, will strengthen the barriers of your body.
Viruses are very insidious and look for weakness; by protecting only the nose, you will not save the entire body if it is weakened or exhausted. Moreover, even moral distress and depression can lead you to vulnerability and decreased immunity.
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