Infagel

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• Latin name: Infagel
• ATC code: L03AB04
• Active substance: Interferon alfa-2a (Interferon alfa-2a)
• Manufacturer: Vector-Medica JSC, Russia

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• Composition
• Product form
• Pharmacological action
• Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
• Indications
• Contraindications
• Side effects
• Instructions for use Infagelya (method and dosage)
• Overdose
• Cooperation
• Terms of sale
• Storage conditions
• Shelf life
• Cautions
• Analogs
• Babies
• During pregnancy (and lactation)
• Reviews
• Price, where to buy

Composition

1 g of gel contains 10,000 IU recombinant human interferon alpha-2b.

As additional ingredients include aluminum hydroxide gel, and polyvinyl alcohol.

Product form

Available in a gel in tubes of 2; 3; 5 and 10 grams and in bottles of 2 and 5 grams.

One package holds the tube 1 or 1 bottle.

Pharmacological action

Antiviral, immunomodulatory, antineoplastic.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Interferon By interacting with specific sites on the surface of infected cells triggers suppression Replication of viral proteins It contributes to generating a large amount   protein kinases Thereby destroying the cell RNA   and the host cell.

Together with indirect antiviral effect improves immunity , Enhancing the phagocytic action macrophages   and activating natural killer cells .

It also has radioprotective   and antitumor effect It affects many processes in the body, including the functionality of CNS.

The local external application of gel, interferon   It exhibits low systemic absorption.

Indications

Infagel drug in gel form is indicated for therapy herpetic lesions mucous membranes (except the mucous eye) and skin:

• Herpes simplex;
• herpes zoster;
• genital herpes;
• recurrent herpes skin;
• herpetic stomatitis;
• gingivitis.

The drug is also applicable for the prevention of viral infections such as Flu and SARS.

Contraindications

Infagel not apply to:

• with individual hypersensitivity to interferon   and substances within the framework of the gel;
• in the presence of allergic reactions Who are in the acute stage.

Side effects

The use of the gel may be accompanied by localized allergic reactions .

Most watched   the contraction of the skin   the site of application of the gel, which is not included in the number of side effects, and talks about the formation of a protective film on the affected area.

If you notice symptoms suggestive of hypersensitivity reactions related to treatment with Infagelya cancel and pick another drug with a similar action.

Instructions for use Infagelya (method and dosage)

Instructions on Infagel allows only topical application of the gel.

Recommendations for the use of the gel for the treatment of herpetic lesions It lies in its application to the affected areas of mucous membranes and skin thin layer, without any rubbing.

The drug is used 2 times a day, trying to adhere to the 12-hour interval between application. Within 10-15 minutes Infagel dries and forms a protective film, wherein the felt the contraction of the skin . For greater efficiency do not recommend touching affected areas and stretch the skin at the time of drying the gel.

Typically, the course of therapy using Infagelya lasts for 3 - 5 days, but if necessary, may be extended to full recovery before lesions.

In order to prevent SARS and influenza virus   recommended 2 times a day to lubricate the gel nasal passages. Prevention can be carried out throughout the period of seasonal exacerbation Infectious Diseases But not more than 30 days.

Using Infagelya immediately after contact with the sick person does not provide absolute protection against the virus, but significantly increases the chances of avoiding infection.

Overdose

Due to the fact that the drug Infagel assigned exclusively for topical use and has low systemic absorption   the active ingredient, an overdose is practically impossible.

Cooperation

Infagel medicament for external application is fully compatible with other drugs used to prevent and treat SARS and influenza virus And with means applied for therapy herpetic lesions.

You can prevent a decrease in efficiency Infagelya when combined with NSAIDs and corticosteroids.

Terms of sale

Over the counter.

Storage conditions

At a temperature of 0 to 10 ° C (in a refrigerator).

Shelf life

12 months.

Cautions

Avoid getting gel on the mucous membrane of eyes.

Analogs

Match code ATC 4th level:

• Interferon
• Nazoferon
• Viferon
• IFN-EU-Lipint
• IFN-EU
• IFN-Lipint
• Altevir
• Algeron
• Genferon Light
• Genferon
• Grippferon

• Gerpevir;
• Zovirax;
• Diaferon;
• HATSIKY   etc.

Babies

Perhaps the use of Infagelya in childhood, after consulting a pediatrician.

Infagel during pregnancy and lactation

The drug Infagel intended only for local use, and therefore, when indicated, and after consulting a doctor may be appointed under pregnancy   and breastfeeding .

Reviews Infagele

Considering the drug as a means to get rid of Herpes   Reviews Infagel 99% of the positive. Note the rapid healing of the external manifestations of the disease, and full recovery of the skin.

Infagel also received a good evaluation when used with the aim of preventing SARS and influenza.

There is quite a controversial opinion of some doctors of the impossibility of prescribing for children up to 2 years. In any case, before using any drugs should consult with a physician since the self can lead to serious consequences.

Price Infagelya where to buy

Today Infagelya price, depending on the mass content of from 80 to 150 rubles.

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