The medicinal preparation Angilex has an antiseptic effect and is prescribed for diseases of the throat. The pharmaceutical agent has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, affects the infectious focus and has analgesic effects.
The therapeutic effect of the drug has three active elements:
- hexetidine;
- choline salicylate;
- Chlorobutanol hemihydrate.
Auxiliary elements:
- polysorbate - surface-active compound;
- sodium saccharin - sweetener;
- propionic acid is a food supplement;
- ethanol 95%;
- menthol - an analgesic and anti-inflammatory component;
- eucalyptus is an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory element;
- methyl salicylate( methyl ester of salicylic acid) - an anesthetic and anti-inflammatory component;
- distilled water;
- essential oils( peppermint, anise, lemon).
Content
- Manufacturer and shape
- release Therapeutic and action
- Indications and contraindications
- Dosing and Administration
- Side effects and overdose
- Analogs and cost
manufacturer and the form of
Angileks produced in Ukraine pharmaceutical company "Health" in two ways:
- spray in bottles and cartons of 30 and 50 ml;
- solution for external use in bottles and cartons of 120 ml carton.
The medical product should be stored in a cardboard package at a temperature of up to 25 degrees, for a period of three years from the date of release. It is worth remembering the limited access for children.
Pharmacological group and action
Active active element hexetidine has a combined antibacterial and antifungal effect against gram( +) and gram( -) microorganisms.
He actively copes with aerobic and anaerobic harmful bacteria. In terms of fungi, the component has a fungicidal effect.
Another basic element of salicylate choline has a clear anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic properties. Its action is aimed at eliminating the feeling of discomfort and inflammation.
The third component chlorobutanol is aimed to strengthen the effect of anesthesia, acting as a local antiseptic.
All components of the drug is applied superficially by applying to the mucous membranes, penetrating deeply and not entering the bloodstream. The drug is water-based, which promotes better fixation on the mucous surface of the throat and has a longer therapeutic effect.
Indications and contraindications
Pharmaceutical is indicated for external application in inflammatory pathologies in the oropharynx.
For dental diseases:
- stomatitis;
- gingivitis;
- periodontitis;
- soreness with teething;
- hygienic care for the oral cavity after surgery.
Diseases of the ENT organs:
- angina;
- tonsillitis in acute and chronic form;
- laryngitis.
As with all medications, the drug has contraindications to use:
- individual intolerance;
- hypersensitivity to its individual components;
- age restriction up to 3 years;
- atrophic pharyngitis;
- bronchial asthma and other respiratory system diseases associated with hypersensitivity;
- can not be used for a long time because of the secondary development of fungal and / or bacterial damage;
- should give up alcohol.
Method of administration and dose
According to the instructions for use Angulex spray can be used for children from the age of three. Spray should be irrigated with a sick throat area 2-3 times a day. Adults are recommended to 6 sprays per day.
The solution is applied in a diluted form for rinsing the oropharynx. Dilute it in the following proportions: 20 ml of the preparation for 50 ml of warm boiled water. Trowel procedures should be performed for 1-3 minutes. The therapeutic course of the drug in the form of a spray and a solution is no more than 5 days.
The reception of Angulex during the period of bearing and breastfeeding is possible on the recommendation of a specialist and if the benefits for a future and nursing mother are higher than the likely risk for the baby.
No studies have been conducted on the use of the drug in children under 3 years of age.
Side effects and overdose of
Angilex is fairly well tolerated, but unpleasant events occur:
- allergic reactions of a different nature;
- violation of positive mouth flora;
- change in taste and smell;
- pain in the abdomen;
- desires of nausea and vomiting;
- dry mouth;
- cough;
- difficulty breathing;
- irritation of the oral mucosa;
- swelling;
- feeling of numbness.
If an undesirable reaction occurs, the drug should be discontinued and seek the help of a specialist.
There were no cases of excessive dosing of the drug by consumers.
It should be remembered that with a parallel intake with alkaline solutions, a decrease in the activity of the active substance hexetidine is possible.
Analogues and cost
Angilex has analogues in composition and pharmacological effects:
- Geksoral - antimicrobial and antifungal spray;
- Givalex - spray and solution with antifungal, antibacterial, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties;
- Cameton - spray with analgesic and antiseptic effect;
- Hepilor is an antiseptic spray.
The average price of the drug Angeline at pharmacies and online stores depends on the form and volume:
- spray of 30 ml of 250 rubles;
- spray of 50 ml of 295 rubles;
- solution of 120 ml of 265 rubles.
The majority of consumers and experts give positive feedback on the spray and solution of Angilex. This is due to some advantages: a wide range of action, a sufficiently high level of effectiveness without the appearance of adverse reactions specified in the instruction.
The negative evaluation of the drug is that many consumers do not like the taste or taste of alcohol, menthol and eucalyptus. In general, Anginex is recommended by specialists as an effective remedy for diseases arising in the oropharynx.