"Chlorophyllipt" is one of the most popular drugs used for angina, stomatitis, burns and other diseases. The reasons for the popularity of such a medicine in childhood can be called a good therapeutic effect, a plant basis and a small number of contraindications. The drug is often prescribed by pediatricians, ENT doctors, dermatologists, surgeons and other doctors, since the range of its use is very wide. But in order to really benefit from the use of "Chlorophyllipt", parents should learn more about its effect on the child's body, how to use it in children and the possible harm of such a medicine.
Release form and composition
The drug is produced in such dosage forms.
- Alcohol-based solution. This "Chlorophyllipt" has a concentration of 1% and as the main ingredient contains an extract from the leaves of a plant called eucalyptus globular. The remainder of the solution is taken up by 96% ethyl alcohol. The medicine itself is clear, green in color and is sold in glass bottles in a volume of 25 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml.
- Oil solution. It is thicker (with an oily texture) and more concentrated (contains 2% eucalyptus leaf extract), but also transparent and dark green in color. Such "Chlorophyllipt" is sold in glass bottles of 20 or 30 ml. Its only auxiliary component is vegetable oil, which is usually sunflower oil, but can also be corn oil.
- Pills. This solid version of Chlorophyllipt is distinguished by its green color, round shape and characteristic aroma. Such tablets are intended for resorption. They are packaged in blisters of ten and sold as 20, 30 or 50 tablets per pack. Each tablet contains 25 mg of eucalyptus extract supplemented with MCC, sugar, citric acid, and calcium stearate.
- Spray. Such "Chlorophyllipt" from some manufacturers is very convenient to spray on the surface of the skin or mucous membrane, since there is a special device on the bottle (the sprayer is put on before using the medicine). The volume of solution in one package is 15 or 45 ml. It contains an extract from eucalyptus, to which glycerin, polysorbate and other auxiliary ingredients are added.
The Vialine spray also includes other herbal extracts for a stronger anti-inflammatory effect on the mucous membrane. They are obtained from St. John's wort, wormwood, nettle and Dubrovnik.
Operating principle
Eucalyptus extract, which is found in all forms of Chlorophyllipt, has antimicrobial and antiseptic effect. It contains many minerals, chlorophylls, phytoncides, essential oils and other compounds that help destroy harmful microorganisms. This extract is especially effective against staphylococci. It is even able to affect strains of such bacteria that are not killed by the most common antibiotics.
When processing the throat, "Chlorophyllipt" reduces painful sensations, eliminates redness and swelling, helps to reduce cough and other symptoms of inflammation. By lubricating the skin, the product also promotes faster healing of minor injuries and wounds.
At what age is it allowed?
The use of liquid forms of "Chlorophyllipt" for external treatment is possible at any age. In this case, it is permissible to use an oil or alcohol solution for the treatment of mucous membranes or inside at an early age only as directed by a doctor. The instructions for the pills contain in the list of contraindications the age of up to 18 years, but in practice this type of "Chlorophyllipt" is sometimes prescribed for schoolchildren and adolescents.
Annotation to the sprays also notes that young patients have no experience of using this form, therefore, throat irrigation in babies is possible only after a doctor's examination. In fact, the Chlorophyllipt spray is often prescribed to patients 2-6 years old, since at this age it is difficult for children to gargle, and it is very convenient to treat the tonsils and bows with a spray.
Indications
The reason to use "Chlorophyllipt" in childhood is:
- treatment of the umbilical wound in a newborn baby;
- local treatment of prickly heat, abrasions, scratches, insect bites, burns and other minor skin lesions;
- treatment of a runny nose and cough for colds, adenoids and ARVI;
- treatment of wounds with stomatitis or gum disease;
- throat treatment for pharyngitis, sore throat or laryngitis;
- detection of staphylococci in the intestine.
Contraindications
All types of "Chlorophyllipt" are prohibited for use in case of hypersensitivity to eucalyptus or any auxiliary component of the selected medicine. Treatment with tablets is also contraindicated for fructose intolerance, sucrose deficiency and some other disorders of carbohydrate metabolism.
Side effects
Since the drug contains an extract from the plant, "Chlorophyllipt" can provoke skin redness, rashes, swelling and other allergy symptoms. In order to prevent such a negative reaction to the drug, the use of "Chlorophyllipt" in childhood should be started with a sensitivity test. It consists in lubricating a small area of the skin with a solution or in taking inside a few drops of Chlorophyllipt in oil. After a few hours, it is assessed whether an allergy has appeared. In the absence of a local or general reaction, the agent can then be used as prescribed by the doctor.
Instructions for use
Treatment of the umbilical wound with "Chlorophyllipt" is carried out 2 times a day - the product is applied during hygiene procedures in the morning and after bathing in the evening. First, hydrogen peroxide is dripped onto the navel (this helps to eliminate crusts), and then it is smeared with an alcohol solution of "Chlorophyllipt" using a cotton swab.
If the reason for using "Chlorophyllipt" is damage or inflammation of the skin, the remedy is also applied topically. To do this, you can use a medicine containing alcohol by diluting it with saline or water. After moistening a cotton pad with diluted "Chlorophyllipt", wipe the affected skin 2-4 times a day. When using a spray, a little solution is sprayed onto a gauze swab, and then the affected area is applied for 15-20 minutes twice a day.
If "Chlorophyllipt" is prescribed for sore throat or other throat disease, then the drug can be used in different ways, depending on its form.
- Alcohol solution often used for rinsing. The procedure is performed three or four times a day. Usually they take a teaspoon of Chlorophyllipt and a glass of water for it, but sometimes the proportions are different. It is important to remember that you should gargle your throat after eating.
- Oil solution used to lubricate inflamed areas. The manipulation is carried out using a cotton flag dipped in a solution. If it is difficult for a child to withstand such treatment, you can drip a little "Chlorophyllipt" in oil into the mouth, because this way the agent will also get on the throat membrane. The frequency of this application of the solution is 2 times a day, and after using for at least 30 minutes, you can not drink or eat anything.
- Chlorophyllipt tablets can be absorbed. This should be done slowly, and biting or chewing is not recommended. Such a solid form of the drug is used every 4-5 hours or at another interval, which is specified by the doctor.
- Spray spray on the throat tissue. To do this, the nozzle is directed to the inflamed area and the valve is pressed twice. Irrigation is performed 1-4 times a day, and after it you cannot eat or drink for at least 20 minutes.
- Sometimes the doctor prescribes and inhalation. To carry out such procedures in a nebulizer, you should take only an alcohol solution in the amount of 1 ml. 10 ml of saline is added to it and 3 ml of the diluted preparation is taken for one inhalation. It takes 5-10 minutes to breathe "Chlorophyllipt", and the number of procedures is determined by the doctor, but often they are done 2 or 3 times a day.
For stomatitis and gingivitis, an oil-based drug is applied pointwise, that is, only in places of inflammation. If the doctor prescribed to drip oil "Chlorophyllipt" into the nose, then this procedure is performed after cleaning, for which saline is first dripped into the nose, and then the mucus is removed with an aspirator. The drug is used in a dosage that is selected by the ENT.
In case of intestinal staphylococcus damage and in other cases when it is necessary to take the medicine by mouth, the drug with an oil base should be diluted with water, and for infants, you can take human milk or a mixture. It should be given to the baby to drink before meals (about 30-40 minutes before feedings) in an individually selected dose. The doctor will also prescribe medicated enemas if necessary.
Terms of sale
All forms of "Chlorophyllipt" are sold in pharmacies as non-prescription drugs, and their cost depends on the volume of the drug and its type. For example, a bottle of alcohol solution containing 100 ml of medicine costs 300 rubles, the price of a spray "Vialine" or 20 ml of an oil solution costs about 200 rubles, and the cost of 20 tablets is about 100 rubles.
Storage conditions
At home, "Chlorophyllipt" is stored at room temperature. In this case, the packaging of the medicine should be kept in a place hidden from children. The shelf life of a medicine is usually 2 years (sometimes 3 years) and is marked on the package. It must be checked before starting treatment so as not to accidentally use an expired drug.
Reviews
In most reviews of "Chlorophyllipt" such a drug is praised for its availability, effective action and natural plant base. The advantages of the spray also include ease of use, but many mothers do not like the presence of a large number of auxiliary components. Other disadvantages of the drug are usually called a high risk of an allergic reaction and a not very pleasant taste.
Analogs
If you need to find a replacement for Chlorophyllipt in case of throat ailments, the doctor will recommend another local antiseptic, for example, Tantum Verde, Miramistin, Lugol, Hexasprey or Hexoral. They are presented as solutions for rinsing or sprays, but if desired, they can be replaced with lozenges or tablets, for example, the preparations "Lizobakt" or "Septolete". If a child has pharyngitis, runny nose or sinusitis, Chlorophyllipt can be replaced by Pinosol, Cameton, Sinupret, Eucasept and other drugs with a similar therapeutic effect.
Lubricate the umbilical wound in babies after birth instead of "Chlorophyllipt" can be tincture of calendula, "Diamond Green" and similar means. If you need an analogue for wounds, scratches, chickenpox and other skin lesions, you can use Betadine, Miramistin, Tsindol, iodine solution and other antiseptics for external treatment.
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