During the bearing of a child, the womanâs body becomes vulnerable to various kinds of diseases. After all, during this period a lot of energy goes into the growth and development of the baby. A woman can catch a cold at this time very easily. At the same time, pregnant women, unfortunately, are very limited in their choice of drugs. After all, you can take only those medications that are guaranteed not to harm the child during gestation.
One of the medicines for colds that can be used during pregnancy is Faringosept. The medicine is relatively safe. But to take "Faringosept" during pregnancy, of course, should be strictly in accordance with the instructions for use.
Release form and composition
This modern effective drug is produced by the famous Romanian company Terapia Ranbaxy SA. This company was founded back in 1920 and for the entire time of its existence it has simply released a huge number of the highest quality, which have earned great popularity among consumers of drugs.
This product is supplied from the manufacturer in the form of tablets intended for resorption, packed in blisters and cardboard boxes. The main active ingredient of Faringosept is Ambazone Monohydrate. Also included in this medicine are:
- sucrose;
- cocoa;
- lactose monohydrate;
- polyvidone K30;
- magnesium stearate;
- vanillin;
- gum arabic.
This medicine is dispensed in pharmacies without a doctorâs prescription. If desired, a pregnant woman can purchase the usual tablets "Faringosepta" or with lemon flavor. This drug is very inexpensive. For 10 tablets of the drug, depending on the supplier, the patient will need to pay only about 100-150 rubles.
The classic and lemon versions of the drug composition are exactly the same. The difference between the two drugs is only in the form used in the manufacture of flavoring. In the first case, vanillin powder is used, in the second, respectively, lemon. The shelf life of this drug is 4 years. It is recommended to store it in a cool dark place.
Indications for use
Used "Faringosept", during pregnancy, including, can be used to treat the following diseases:
- inflammation of the larynx (pharyngitis);
- chronic inflammation of the tonsils;
- bacterial lesions of the throat tissue.
Doctors often prescribe this remedy for gum disease. In the event of problems such as stomatitis, it will also be useful to take Faringosept during pregnancy. Indication for the use of this tool is, among other things, and inflammation of the vocal cords.
Also, this drug can be prescribed for the prevention of complications after various kinds of dental procedures. Use this tool is allowed not only during gestation. The use of the drug is also not prohibited when breast-feeding a baby.
How does the medicine work?
When absorbed, the tablets "Faringosepta" have a local antimicrobial effect. This drug is effective from a very wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive pathogens.
This medicine does not belong to the group of antibiotics. And consequently, it does not exert any inhibitory effect on the beneficial microflora in the human body.
Instructions for use "Pharyngosept" during pregnancy: what are the contraindications
This drug appeared on the market a very long time ago - more than 25 years ago. And for all the time of using it for the treatment of colds, he managed to establish himself as quite safe, including for women carrying a child, a means. Take "Faringosept" during pregnancy is allowed at all stages of fetal development.
But of course, like any other medicine, this drug also has some contraindications. Do not treat the throat or dental diseases with its use:
- if you are allergic to any components of the product;
- with increased sensitivity to the ingredients that make up the drug.
How to use
So, the answer to the question of whether it is possible to take "Pharyngosept" during pregnancy, there is an affirmative. But of course, this drug should be used for treatment in strict accordance with the recommendations presented in the instructions. Increasing the dose does not lead to an increase in the therapeutic effect of the use of this drug.
To dissolve tablets "Faringosept" relies, approximately 15-30 minutes after eating or drinking. Any substances that improve the intestinal microflora, at the same time with this medicine you do not need to drink. This agent, as already mentioned, does not have a negative effect on beneficial bacteria.
You canât seize anything with Pharyngosept tablets or drink them with water. This can lead to a decrease in the therapeutic effect. Eating and drinking after using the drug is not recommended for about 3 hours. In this way, you need to take "Faringosept" during pregnancy in the 1st trimester, second and third.
Dosage
Usually, this drug is taken 4-5 tablets to achieve the desired effect. in a day. At the same time, the duration of the course of treatment with âFaringoseptâ, including pregnancy, in most cases is 4 days.
Women who have a baby should carefully monitor their condition when taking this medicine. If redness appears on the skin and itching, the use of the drug should be abandoned, after which you should consult a doctor. The same should be done if the cure for the problem does not help. Perhaps in this case, the doctor will prescribe a stronger drug.
What side effects may occur
There are practically no contraindications for Faringosept, during pregnancy, including. In most cases, it does not give any side effects. At the moment, this medicine occupies one of the first places in medical practice among other antiseptic drugs, intended also for pregnant women.
Since the medicine is very old, various kinds of studies aimed at identifying its possible negative effects on the patientâs body have been done by doctors. And today we can say with confidence that this medicine in the vast majority of cases does not give side effects. But, of course, taking this drug will be safe only if the woman strictly follows the instructions for the use of "Pharyngosept" during pregnancy.
The only problem that can occur in patients using this medication is allergic itching and redness. Thus, the body of some people reacts to the main substance of the drug - ambazon monohydrate.
Overdose
To take âFaringoseptâ during pregnancy in the first trimester, second or third, like any other drugs, is, of course, with caution. This drug is almost safe. However, drinking "Faringosept", and especially pregnant women, should certainly be strictly in the prescribed dosages. Too much medicine will not improve the patientâs condition. An overdose of this remedy, although outwardly it usually does not appear in any way, can be very harmful. When taking too much of this drug, doctors recommend that the victim induce vomiting and preferably gastric lavage.
Analogues of the drug
They take Faringosept tablets during pregnancy, since they are safe, many women with colds. This drug is inexpensive and very popular. In pharmacies, you can find it almost always. But if you wish, of course, it is allowed to change this medicine to some high-quality analogues. This is done, for example, if the patient has an allergy to ambazon.
There are no synonyms for this drug, as such. That is, it is simply impossible to find other lozenges based on ambazon in pharmacies. At the same time, the analogues of "Faringosept" during pregnancy are also approved for use, are, for example:
- Tantum Verde;
- "Lizobakt";
- "Cameton".
It can also be used to treat throat instead of âFaringoseptâ and âMiramistinâ. Lizobact and Tantum Verde medicines are delivered to pharmacies in the form of lozenges. These two remedies are considered the safest substitutes for Pharyngosept. They usually do not give side effects. In addition, they have not too many contraindications. Take these drugs in the same way as Faringosept.
The drug "Cameton" is produced by pharmacological companies in the form of a spray, and "Miramistin" - in the form of a solution. These drugs are not considered as safe as those described above, so it is advisable to take them to pregnant women under the supervision of a doctor.
The use of "Pharyngosept" during pregnancy: reviews
The pluses of this medicine are women carrying a child, in addition to safety:
- good taste;
- ease of use;
- low cost.
If desired, these tablets can always be carried by a pregnant woman in a purse and taken immediately after a sore throat appears. After all, drinking âFaringoseptâ water, according to the instructions for use, is not necessary.
The standard tablets of this medicine have a coffee taste and are very popular with many consumers. The lemon version of Faringosept also earned good reviews from patients. Drinking such a drug, according to consumers, is pretty nice.
In terms of the effectiveness of the action about this tool on the Web, there are also mostly only positive reviews. However, as many people have noted, this medicine is good for colds, mainly only in the initial stages of the disease. If the infection is already deeply ârootedâ in the body, most patients recommend using some other, more effective and powerful drug instead of âPharyngoseptâ. In this case, a pregnant woman should definitely consult a doctor and get recommendations on choosing the right medicine for him.
"Faringosept" for children
Women bearing a child can take this drug without fear. It is possible to treat "Faringosept" and children from the age of 3 years. For such patients, this medicine is usually prescribed in 3 tablets per day. In this case, the treatment of children from 3 to 7 years with this tool lasts in most cases 3-4 days.