The tool "Sulfacyl sodium" refers to sulfa drugs and has an antibacterial effect. It is used to treat various eye diseases. Perhaps the appointment of the drug "Sulfacyl sodium" in the nose of children.
How were sulfonamides discovered?
Sulfanilamides were discovered in 1908 in Austria, but their antimicrobial effect was unknown for 20 years. In 1935, the scientist G. Domagk discovered that the substance was pierced, getting into the body of an animal, treating it for streptococcal infection. G. Domagk received the Nobel Prize for this discovery. Later it was found that the breakdown of pronosil in the body leads to the formation of sulfanilamide, which kills bacteria. Soon, a large number of drugs were created on the basis of this substance, including the drug Sulfacyl Sodium.
Drug properties
The drug "Sulfacyl sodium" has antiseptic properties and belongs to the group of sulfonamides.
The diseases for which this medicine is used include conjunctivitis, purulent corneal ulcer, blepharitis and others. The tool is highly effective in combating the growth of a variety of bacteria.
Very often, at various forums, in addition to exchanging opinions on the effectiveness of this drug, questions like: “Tell me, please, is it possible to use the drug“ Sulfacyl sodium ”in the treatment of the common cold? I acquired, and only then read that it was eye drops. This is probably a mistake. Maybe I incorrectly remembered the name, is there anything in tune with the nose? ” Indeed, why do doctors prescribe eye drops to treat a runny nose ? And why is it recommended to drip Sulfacil Sodium in children’s nose?
Why is Sulfacil Sodium effective for a cold?
The effect of this medication has a bacteriostatic basis. This is expressed in the fact that the drug prevents the propagation of pathogenic microflora, and the body itself copes with the infection.
Thus, for effective treatment with bacteriostatic drugs, strong immunity and the local nature of the infection are necessary. The mechanism of action of such drugs is that sulfonamides are chemically similar to the acid, which is necessary for microbes for life. Due to this similarity, sulfonamides disrupt the vital processes in bacteria.
According to the instructions, drops of "Sulfacyl sodium" are used to treat eye diseases, but often there is a situation when this drug is prescribed as a nose drop. This tool will help if the disease has a bactericidal origin. A sign of such a runny nose are white and green nasal mucous membranes. Such a process is often found in young children, and mothers successfully treat their babies with these drops. It should be noted that the use of the drug "Sulfacil sodium" in the nose is often positive.
An emergency situation can also arise when the mucous membranes from the nose become more abundant, and there are no other medications in the house except this remedy.
When using the drug "Sulfacyl sodium" (drops in the nose), there may be unpleasant sensations, and specifically - burning, since the drug has the ability to dry the mucous secretions. An open bottle should be used within a week, after which you need to purchase a new bottle of medicine.
The use of "Sulfacil sodium" to treat the common cold in children
Before using the drops, the nose should be washed with water with a small amount of salt or using a special tool. Then drip drops with a vasoconstrictor effect, and after a few minutes - two drops of the drug “Sulfacil sodium” in one nostril. If the snot in a child appeared against the background of a beginning SARS, then it is not recommended to use the drug "Sulfacil sodium" in the nose for children. Treatment with this drug will be effective if the bacteria that provoked the common cold are sensitive to albucid, the main component of these drops. Do not forget about the precautions when using drugs - use vasoconstrictor drops should be used carefully, no more than three times a day and no longer than a week.
As a rule, the use of drops of “Sulfacyl sodium” in the fight against the common cold significantly reduces the amount of secretions, making it easier for the baby to breathe. Doctors allow moderate instillation of the drug "Sulfacil sodium" in the nose of the baby.
The decision to prescribe this drug for the treatment of the common cold should be made only after examination by a doctor. In no case is it recommended to take the medication without consulting a specialist. Self-medication is unacceptable, especially in relation to the child.
Release Forms
Drops are available in bottles, dropper tubes and in droplet vials. You need to acquire a form that is more convenient in order to instill the drug "Sulfacyl sodium" in the nose of children. If the bottle does not have a nozzle, then you will have to buy a pipette.
Contraindications to the use of drops of "Sulfacyl sodium"
In the instructions for the drug, as a contraindication, increased susceptibility to sulfanilamides is prescribed. When administered, allergic reactions, dyspeptic disorders ( digestive disorders ) are possible. Since the drops in the nose of "Sulfacyl sodium" in the nasal passage, one way or another, fall into the throat, and then into the stomach, the last point must be taken into account.