Miramistin Spray is a universal antiseptic that can be used in different situations. It is useful to always have such a tool in your home medicine cabinet. It is widely used in various fields of medicine and helps fight infection problems. Its role may also be in preventing the ingestion of pathogenic bacteria and fungi.

Composition, release form and packaging

Miramistin is a liquid medicine that is poured into plastic bottles during production. The solution is colorless, transparent. If the bottle is accidentally dropped or shaken, foam forms. The standard version of the container with the medication is equipped with a conventional cap. It can be removed and replaced by a sprayer for irrigation of surfaces or a special nozzle (gynecological, urological).

The volume of the drug can be different - from compact containers of 50 ml to large 500 ml bottles designed for medical institutions. Bottles are placed in cardboard packaging. Information about the areas of application of the medicine is usually duplicated on the pack.

The most popular format for releasing the product is spray. The substance of the same name is miramistin. The composition also includes purified water. Experts have proven the effectiveness of the drug against colonies of bacteria of various types.

Pharmacological action, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Spray is usually considered as a local action. It is applied directly to the area where antimicrobial action is necessary.

It is noteworthy that the medicine does not affect the systemic circulation. It does not penetrate into the vascular bed, but works exclusively on the skin, mucous membranes, damaged soft tissues.

There is no data on its pharmacokinetics.

Miramistin is active against three types of microorganisms:

  • fungi;
  • viral agents;
  • bacteria.

The main direction of its use is the elimination of microbial colonies (gram-positive and gram-negative). The active substance fights with various bacteria living in the presence of oxygen or completely under anaerobic conditions.

What is Miramistin prescribed for?

This is an antiseptic that prevents the formation of bacterial colonies. It can be used to treat damaged skin areas - wounds or burns. The main purpose of the application is to prevent infection.

Miramistin is also able to reduce the intensity of inflammatory processes, therefore it is used in various fields of medicine, in particular in:

  • urology;
  • gynecology;
  • obstetrics
  • Dentistry
  • otolaryngology.

The spray is great for treating the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat. Irrigation is carried out in order to destroy the pathogenic microflora and relieve the patient of painful sensations that can occur both with viral infections (acute respiratory infections, influenza), and with more severe pathologies, such as pharyngitis or tonsillitis.

Doctors can use Miramistin in gynecology, as this spray is considered one of the most affordable, effective and safe antiseptics. The genital organs are treated with a spray to prevent infections from entering.

This tool is an excellent assistant in the individual prevention of STDs.

Instructions for use for adults and children

Using an antiseptic is simple and convenient. For fast irrigation of large areas, a special nozzle is designed. Pressing the nebulizer converts the solution into many tiny drops that cover the entire surface of the damaged mucosa.

Dosage regimen

Determine the duration of treatment should be together with the doctor. The number of treatments for the skin or mucous membranes, as well as approximate dosages, are determined taking into account age and diagnosis.

  1. Treatment of diseases of ENT organs is usually quick. For adult patients, it will be enough to treat the back of the throat three times a day for 3-4 clicks on the spray nozzle. Miramistin for children is used in a reduced dosage - 1 injection three times a day.
  2. When treating wounds, the spray is used as needed. The damaged surface is cleansed of pus, if any. Then it is thoroughly irrigated with an antiseptic. "Miramistin" is usually well tolerated by patients even with extensive wounds and deep burns, as it does not enhance the existing pain. In more severe cases, gauze swabs are impregnated with the solution, which are placed in the wound. The spray itself helps prevent bacteria from entering vulnerable areas and accelerates the granulation process. The wound heals faster and becomes dry.
  3. In gynecology, a spray is used as needed. So, for the prevention of STDs, a single irrigation of the external genital organs and the surface of the hips immediately after intercourse is sufficient. Additionally, it is required to introduce the medicine into the vagina using a special applicator.
  4. In obstetrics, doses are also determined individually. As a rule, a single treatment of the perineum after a natural birth is sufficient. In the presence of gaps and suturing, the surface will be irrigated with a spray regularly until complete healing.

Important! The course of treatment can be adjusted by a specialist.

The doctor will examine how the healing processes go.It is likely that with a favorable prognosis, the number of treatments will be reduced. On the contrary, in the absence of positive dynamics, the drug is changed to another.

Special instructions for admission

"Miramistin" is considered a safe means, therefore, there are no special instructions for its use. It is only important to consider that when conducting home treatments, sterility is required. Bacteria should not enter the wound, therefore, all manipulations associated with its processing or changing the dressing are carried out only with clean hands. They need to be washed with soap and treated with an antiseptic. You can use the same Miramistin solution.

During pregnancy and lactation

Spray is safe. It can be safely used in any trimester of pregnancy, as well as with breastfeeding. Doctors often prescribe Miramistin for a throat in a reduced dosage, even to children of one year old. Safety is justified only by local exposure, without absorption into the bloodstream.

Drug Interactions with Other Drugs

The spray goes well with other medicines and does not affect their effectiveness. This is due to the simplest possible composition, the absence of effects on the liver and kidneys and work exclusively at the local level.

Contraindications, side effects and overdose

The spray has practically no contraindications and is well tolerated by patients. It should not be used with hypersensitivity to the antiseptic component, which in practice is extremely rare. No overdose information is given, since the medicine works at the local level.

Side effects practically do not bother patients. Sometimes burning occurs in the area of ​​the treated surface, but it disappears on its own in less than a minute, and therefore does not require specific treatment.

In the presence of increased sensitivity, allergic reactions are possible - redness, itching, swelling.

Terms of sale and storage

A prescription from a doctor is not required to purchase the product. It is in the public domain.

During storage, only three conditions are observed:

  • do not keep in direct sunlight;
  • Keep out of the reach of pets and children;
  • make sure that the temperature in the room is not higher than 25 degrees.

Analogs of Miramistin

As an antiseptic, other agents can be used. Many doctors use such an analogue of Miramistin as Chlorhexidine. It is able to destroy bacteria and prevent the penetration of new pathogenic organisms.

Doctors are sure that the effectiveness of "Chlorhexidine" is higher, so in difficult cases they use it. At the same time, Miramistin is characterized by a more gentle effect on the body. It is not toxic, does not accumulate in the tissues, does not affect the blood flow, therefore it is allowed even to those patients who are usually forced to carefully select medications for themselves. “Chlorhexidine” is better not to use in childhood or at any stage of gestation.

Another similar drug is Dekasan. It includes the compound decamethoxin, which provides an antiseptic effect. The medication is considered very effective. When using it, bacteria of various types, fungi, dermatophytes, viruses, and even some protozoa, including giardia and trichomonads are destroyed.

The medicine violates the homeostasis of parasites, destroys the cell walls, which provokes their death. Next comes the recovery of a person. Such a drug is dispensed without a prescription and is considered safe, since it does not affect the bloodstream, kidneys, and liver. It is used in various cases, including surgery in abdominal surgery. Available in the form of a solution for treating the skin and mucous membranes or liquid for a nebulizer. It can be used for children provided that the dosage is reduced.

The final decision on the use of any particular antiseptic is always up to the doctor. It is the physician who will determine what his patient needs. If the most gentle effect is important, then the choice is made in favor of Miramistin. If necessary, strengthen the antibacterial effect, prescribe its more powerful analogues.

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