The medication was developed in 1964 and is used with success by medical professionals and now. Protargol - instructions for use for children and adults are in each medicine package, the composition of the antiseptic is suitable for instillation at any age. The drug gives an excellent result in the treatment of inflammation of the mucous membranes. Pediatricians prescribe Protargol to children if necessary to treat inflammatory processes, purulent rhinitis and other acute pathologies caused by bacterial infection.
Protargol for children
This is a universal antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial agent that is based on a colloidal solution of silver. Drops in the nose Protargol for children under the instruction is applicable from 2 years, medicament is made in some private and public pharmacies. There are analogues of the drug, which consist of water and a "silver" tablet, for example, "Sialor."You just throw the pill into the liquid and wait for the dissolution, you get a ready-made colloid solution.
Composition
Protargol consists of a powder that contains a concentrate of silver proteinate. For babies there is a light form - Protargol drops for children, consisting of:
- purified water;
- silver tablets( when recalculating for metals 7.8%).
To ensure thermodynamic stability in droplets, special stabilizing agents are added:
- peptone;
- gelatin;
- serum albumin;
- casein.
Form release
Pro-Guard for children Protargol in the form of a dark brown liquid in a vial without a smell, has a slightly bitter aftertaste. The concentration of the solution waggers on the severity of the therapeutic effects of the use of the medication( a maximum of 8.3%).Drops in the nose are issued in the form of a solution of 1 and 2%.The package always contains instructions for the use of Protargol for an adult and a child.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
Drops in the nose Protargol for children have a pronounced protective, astringent, antiseptic therapeutic effect. The drug kills most pathogenic and opportunistic microorganisms, is also effective against morocells, staphylococci streptococci. These microbes often cause diseases of the right airways( bacterial rhinitis, bacterial rhinitis, etc.).Protargol according to the instructions is used for local administration, the medicament and its main active substances do not enter the systemic bloodstream from the nasal mucosa.
Protargol - indications for use
Doctors prescribe medication for various pathologies of the upper respiratory tract, which have an infectious-inflammatory nature of origin. According to the instructions, indications for use include:
- treatment of rhinitis( inflammation of the nose), which has an allergic, inflammatory origin;
- chronic diseases of the nasal mucosa;
- inflammation of the sinuses of the nose( frontal sinusitis, maxillary sinusitis);
- treatment of pathological formations on the mucosa of the nasal cavity, as a rule, they are formed in childhood( adenoids);
- for carrying out hygienic procedures in the nasal cavity, applicable for infants;
- after surgery for washing the wound surface of the nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses;
- in the autumn-winter period is suitable for the prevention of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract, when changing the climatic zone, the place of residence of a person.
Contraindications
This medication is strictly forbidden for newborns, Protargol for children under one year is not recommended. The drug can cause a child to have a toxic shock, which often leads to death. According to the instructions, the use of Protargol is prohibited when:
- breast-feeding, pregnancy, if taking the drug is necessary, then the feeding for the period of therapy is interrupted;
- is not allowed to be taken orally due to high toxicity;
- is contraindicated for individual intolerance, an allergic reaction to components of Protargol.
Application and dosage
A 1% solution is well suited for instillation into the nose. For a child under 12 years, 2 drops twice a day, older children are allowed 2-4 drops 3 times per day. If you notice that the child has a severe redness on the outside of the nose, breathing becomes difficult or other signs of side effects are observed, then immediately stop using Protargol. According to the instructions before applying the remedy you need:
- Remove from the nasal canals all the products of decay, excretion.
- For children 4-7 years old, use a cotton swab to wash the internal cavities.
- Carry out the procedure very carefully so as not to damage the mucous membrane. Through wounds, silver can enter the blood vessels.
Earlier, Protargol was prescribed for babies, but according to modern research, the minimum acceptable age is 5 years. In addition to the toxic shock described above, there may still be a concentration of silver in different parts of the human body. In infants it takes about 3-4 days, then arginosis develops( skin color changes because of the high concentration of silver ions).In children older than 2 years for the development of this complication takes about 4 days, but with increased sensitivity to the component, the process can accelerate.
Drug Interaction
There are currently no studies on the compatibility of Protargol with other drugs. P reviews of doctors allowed the use of the drug with other medicines. There is no recorded data on the conflict with medicines, but it is recommended that you inform the treating doctor about the means that you take, so that if necessary, the specialist can adjust the course of treatment, taking into account the interaction of Protargol.
Side effects of
Single cases of drug overdose are manifestations of dermatitis, urticaria, and Quincke's edema. It is necessary to immediately stop the use of the medicine and consult a doctor. The following side effects often occur in patients:
- redness of the eyes;
- headaches;
- dry mouth, thirsty;
- , when the solution is instilled, itching, burning in the nose;
- increased drowsiness;
- dizziness.
According to the instructions for use and reviews of people, the drug for external use for children is safe. It is strictly forbidden to take Orally Protargol, because silver on the baby has a toxic effect, quickly absorbed into the blood and penetrates into the internal organs. Keep the medicine in a place inaccessible to children so that they do not drink it by accident.
Analogues
Sometimes it is impossible to find Protargol in a pharmacy, because this medicine is not sold ready-made. The properties of silver after mixing are weakened, so the preparation of the solution is carried out on request. For this reason, sometimes you need to look for analogues of medications, you can use:
- Spray, Sialor drops. The agent contains silver ions, with Protargol have similar properties. The main difference in price lies, because Siallor costs about 250 rubles.for 10 ml. A preparation is prepared from the powder in the form of a tablet( included), purified water, which makes it possible to mix the medication at home on its own. Use this analog is easier, but it costs more.
- Polydex. Another spray that has anti-inflammatory, vasoconstrictive, antiseptic properties. Comprises a remedy of polymyxin, phenylephrine and other components. It rarely causes side effects, but has a solid list of contraindications. According to the instructions, it is prescribed only for children over 2.5 years of age.
- Isophra. Antibiotic on the basis of pharmacist sulfate in the form of a spray, is used to treat inflammatory ENT diseases. Suitable for the treatment of rhinitis in babies.
- Albucid. Used to treat conjunctivitis, but pediatricians prescribe the drug and babies to treat the common cold. It has properties for fighting bacteria, kills pathogenic microorganisms on the membranes of the nasal mucosa. Side effects are rare, allergy sweat reviews of patients happen in units.
Price of Protargol
This medication is made to order in public and some private clinics. In the pharmacy you can find the nearest analogue, which has the same properties - Siolar. The composition contains silver, which affects the mucous membranes. The approximate cost of the medication for Moscow is as follows:
| Pharmacy name | Form | Price, rubles |
| ZdravZona | 2% spray 10 ml | 224 |
| ZdravZona | 2% drops 10 ml | 257 |
| Aleksandrovskaya drugstore | 2% drops 10 ml | 287 |
| Aleksandrovskaya drugstore | 2% spray 10ml | 288 |
| Hypermarket of health 36,6 | Protargol solution 2% 10ml | 174 |
Reviews
Alena, 27 years old
My four-year-old son often has a children's runny nose, but the virus has become stronger and struggling without the use of antibiotics is becoming more difficult. The doctor said that it would be easier to cure the child with the help of Protargol. It is difficult to find, because they are prepared only for ordering because of the short shelf life. After use, the condition immediately improved.
Marina, 29 years old
This spring, her daughter started a purulent runny nose, complications started, pharyngitis developed. The doctor recommended Protangol, according to the instructions, it is recommended to dig in 2 drops a day for 2 drops. After 2 days the child was much easier to breathe. Swelling of the mucous asleep, the sensitivity of the mucous began to return to normal. Order the drug in advance.
Elena, 25 years old
The kid is only 2 years old, so I was afraid of giving medicine. Acquired Siolar, made an aqueous solution with silver according to the instructions. Dripped 1 drop into each nostril, previously washed the nasal canals. There were no side effects, the baby suffered a rest. Improvements started on day 2-3, by the end of therapy the symptoms of a runny nose have passed.