Imudon - features of the drug and indications for use

Imudone is a combined preparation of bacterial origin that is used for local therapy in the presence of otolaryngological or dental diseases.

The effectiveness of the drug is due to its positive effect on local immunity and a negative effect on pathogenic bacteria.

Composition and effect of the preparation

Imudon is presented as an antigenic polyvalent complex, the main active ingredient of which is a mixture of lysates( decay products) of bacteria, including lactobacilli, streptococci, staphylococci, klebsiella, candida, corynebacteria, triggering inflammatory processes in the oral cavity.

Among the auxiliary components - deoxycholate, bicarbonate and sodium saccharinate, mint powder, anhydrous citric acid, magnesium stearate, preservative in the form of sodium merthiolate.

Under the influence of the drug, the number of immunocompetent cells increases, phagocytosis intensifies, interferon, lysozin and secretory immunoglobulin A begin to be actively produced.

All these substances are present in the saliva, providing reliable protection from microbes.

As a result of taking the drug in dental practice it is noted:

• reduction of gum hypersensitivity;
• removal of odor from the mouth;
• Reduced redness and swelling of mucosal tissues;
• stop bleeding;
• return to the normal size of dentogingival pockets;
• less inflammation after 3-4 days of admission;
• rapid recovery after tooth extraction;
• normalization of microflora in the oral cavity.

Form release - designed for resorption white tablets, having a flat-cylindrical shape, a glossy smooth surface, beveled edges. The drug is characterized by a characteristic sour taste, which smoothes the taste of mint. Indications for use

Indications for the reception of Imudon in dentistry are:

• inflammatory processes in the form of gingivitis, stomatitis, glossitis;
• development of periodontitis or periodontitis, acute course of the pathological process;
• appearance of signs of oral dysbiosis;
• carrying out preventive measures to prevent the recurrence of an infectious and inflammatory disease.

Scheme for use of

Both adults and children need to completely dissolve tablets without crushing them by chewing. The dosage depends on the form of the infectious-inflammatory process, its course and is corrected by the attending physician taking into account the general recommendations.

With the development of acute inflammatory diseases of the mouth or pharynx, as well as during exacerbations of existing chronic disorders, the drug is taken for 10 days according to the following scheme:

• for children over 14 years and adults - 1 tablet every hour( per day the number of receptions reaches8);
• for children aged 3-14 years - 1 tablet every two hours( the result is 6 tablets per day).

In order to maintain a healthy state of the mouth and prevent relapses, a 20-day course is conducted at least 3 times a year, guided by the following dosage:

• for adults and children over 3 years of age shows the drug every 2 hours, 1 tablet with the number of appointments per daynot more than 6;
• if is prescribed to a preschool child , the resorption process should occur in the presence of adults.

When the tablet is completely dissolved, it is necessary to ensure the therapeutic activity of the drug, eliminating the consumption of drinks, food and rinsing for 1 hour.

Specific instructions

The annotation states that 1 tablet of the drug contains 15 mg of sodium chloride, so this therapy is cautiously prescribed to patients who adhere to a salt-free or low-salt diet.

Negative interaction with other drugs and the effect on the ability to manage transport mechanisms is absent.

Proper storage of the medicine means keeping the temperature to 25 degrees and being out of reach of children. The drug retains its properties for 3 years, after which it becomes unsuitable for use.

Side effects and contraindications

Imudon administration rarely causes such side effects as vomiting, nausea, an allergic reaction manifested in skin rashes.

Contraindications include:

• treatment of children younger than 3 years;
• increased sensitivity to the components of the agent;
• pregnancy and the period of breastfeeding;
• the presence of autoimmune diseases.

How much is the drug?

The price of the medicine depends on the manufacturer and the number of tablets. The approximate cost of the package with blisters containing 40 chewable tablets is 500-600 rubles .

How can I replace a product?

An alternative to Imudon as an antiseptic may be the following medicines:

• Chlorophyllipt;
• Oracept;
• Ingalypt;
• Efizol;
• Angin-Heel S;
• Denthol in 10% concentration;
• Givalex;
• Decathlon.

Rimomunil, Lizobakt preparations have an immunomodulating effect on the oral cavity organs.

Comprehensive opinion of

The effectiveness of the drug can be assessed by the following reviews of people who have been treated with Imudon.

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