Grammidin - instructions for use
Content:
- Pharmacological action and composition of Grammidin Neo
- Release form Grammidin
- Indications and contraindications for use
- How to take Grammidin
- Conditions of release and storage
- Official instruction
Grammidin is a topical antiseptic designed to treat and relieve symptoms of inflammation in the mouth and throat. It is often used to combat seasonal colds and dental problems. High efficiency, prostate use and affordable price have made Grammidin lozenges one of the most popular remedies for sore throat among the people. Today we will tell you in detail about the composition of this drug, the correct use and possible contraindications.
Pharmacological action and composition of Grammidin
The name of the brand Grammidin is consonant with the main active ingredient of this drug - the antibiotic gramicidin C. It has a very wide spectrum of bactericidal action, and quickly copes with almost any microbes that infect the oral cavity, gums and pharynx of a person. This antibiotic is often used not only by physicians and pediatricians, but also by dentists.
Resorption of the tablets promotes profuse salivation, and due to this, the antibiotic quickly and evenly spreads through the oropharynx. Saliva helps to wash away the waste products of microbes, which is also important for a speedy recovery. Grammidin weakens the cell membrane of bacteria, and they quickly die. And several medicinal forms of the drug make its use as convenient as possible.
Release form Grammidin
The drug is available in three forms:
- Grammidin is a yellowish-white sucking tablet, each containing 1.5 mg of the antibiotic gramicidin C, as well as a number of auxiliary substances (lactose, sugar, methylcellulose, calcium stearate). The tablets are in blisters of 10 pieces, each carton contains two blisters;
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Grammidin Neo - convex-shaped sucking tablets with menthol flavor, with the inscription "GR" on one side. In addition to the antibiotic gramicidin at a dosage of 3 mg, one more active substance is added to them - cetylpyridinium chloride. This component soothes the painful sensations in a sore throat that occur when swallowing. Excipients of Grammidin Neo: silicon dioxide, potassium acesulfate, magnesium stearate, menthol, sorbitol and talc. The drug is produced in blisters of 6 or 9 pieces, which are packed in cardboard boxes of 4 or 2 blisters, respectively;
- Grammidin with anesthetic - convex-shaped sucking tablets with lemon, black currant or raspberry flavor. Here, to 1.5 mg of the antibiotic gramicidin, 10 mg of the anesthetic lidocaine is added, which perfectly relieves acute sore throat with angina. Excipients: eucalyptus oil, citric acid, hydroxypropyl cellulose, menthol, aspartame, mannitol and fruit flavor. The tablets are packaged in the same way as Grammidin Neo.
Indications and contraindications for use
Preparations from the Grammidin series are prescribed for the treatment of the following inflammatory diseases:
- Sore throats;
- Pharyngitis;
- Laryngitis;
- Tonsillitis;
- Stomatitis;
- Periodontal disease;
- Gingivitis.
If the disease is accompanied by acute pain syndrome, it is better to take Grammidin with an anesthetic. As for contraindications, there are none - the drug is prescribed with caution during pregnancy. It is contraindicated for nursing mothers.
How to take Grammidin
Adult patients are prescribed two Grammidin tablets 4 times a day or one Grammidin Neo tablet 4 times a day for one week. You must first dissolve one, and then immediately the second pill, and it is better to do this not on an empty stomach, since after taking the drug you cannot eat and drink for two hours. The slower the tablet dissolving process, the better the therapeutic effect. Grammidine with anesthetic can be taken more frequently during treatment of severe, painful sore throat, but it is not recommended to suck more than six tablets a day. Children aged four to twelve are prescribed one tablet of the usual Grammidin (dosage 1.5 mg) three times a day.
Conditions of release and storage
The drug can be freely purchased at any pharmacy without a medical prescription, but this is not worth doing. There are known precedents of allergic reactions to both active and auxiliary components of Grammidin. Your healthcare professional will be able to advise you on the best antiseptic to treat your sore throat based on any previous history of drug allergy in you or your child.
Grammidin is stored in a dry, cool and dark place for no more than 2 years from the date of manufacture, which is indicated on the carton.
Official instruction
Author of the article: Alekseeva Maria Yurievna | Therapist
Education: From 2010 to 2016 Practitioner of the therapeutic hospital of the central medical-sanitary unit No. 21, city of elektrostal. Since 2016 she has been working in the diagnostic center No. 3.
