Asepta Adhesive Gum Balm
Asepta adhesive gum balm: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Drug interactions
- 11. Analogs
- 12. Terms and conditions of storage
- 13. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 14. Reviews
- 15. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Asepta Balsam in gingivis tubercula adhesives
Active ingredient: metronidazole (Metronidazole), chlorhexidine bigluconate (Chlorhexidini bigluconas)
Manufacturer: Vertex CJSC (Russia)
Description and photo updated: 2018-26-11
Prices in pharmacies: from 192 rubles.
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Asepta Adhesive Gum Balm is a combined agent for topical use in the treatment of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the gums.
Release form and composition
Asepta Adhesive Gum Balm is produced in the form of a cream: a thick, transparent mass of dark color with a specific odor (10 g each in an aluminum tube, in a cardboard box 1 tube complete with an applicator).
The balm contains:
- active ingredients: metronidazole, chlorhexidine bigluconate - 0.1%;
- auxiliary components: pectin, carboxymethyl cellulose, petrolatum, vaseline oil, sodium polyethylene oxide 400, polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol, mint essential oil, methylparaben, propylparaben, menthol, sodium saccharinate.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
Asepta Adhesive Gum Balm is a combined anti-inflammatory agent intended for the treatment of diseases of the oral cavity of an infectious origin. Has a pronounced antibacterial effect, relieves bleeding gums and freshens breath.
The antibacterial effectiveness of the agent is due to the action of active ingredients, which have the following properties:
- metronidazole: is a derivative of nitroimidazole, protozoa and anaerobic bacteria that cause periodontal disease are sensitive to it: Prevotella intermedia, Porphyromonas gingivalis, Prevotella denticola, Wolinella recta, Fusobacterium fusiformis, Eikenella sperm., Borrelia vincenti;
- Chlorhexidine: has a pronounced antiseptic effect against vegetative forms of gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms, dermatophytes, lipophilic viruses, yeast.
Peppermint essential oil complements the bactericidal effect of the product, while menthol gives it a refreshing effect.
Due to the adhesive base, consisting of pectin and carboxymethylcellulose, after being applied in the oral cavity to the inflammation focus, the balm swells and fixes within 15-30 minutes. This ensures the local and long-term effect of the active ingredients.
Pharmacokinetics
Local application of the balm does not have a systemic effect.
Indications for use
- chronic and acute periodontitis;
- chronic and acute gingivitis;
- stomatitis.
Contraindications
- period of pregnancy;
- breast-feeding;
- established individual intolerance to chlorhexidine, nitroimidazole derivatives (metronidazole) and other components of the balm.
Instructions for use of Asept Balsam adhesive for gums: method and dosage
The product is intended for local use.
The balm is applied without rubbing in a thin layer on the problematic area of the gums.
The procedure should be carried out after brushing your teeth and rinsing your mouth thoroughly. Then the intended area of application of the drug must be carefully dried using a dry cotton or gauze swab. Apply balm to a dry surface with an applicator and moisten it with water. For 0.5 hour after the procedure, the patient should not eat or drink.
Recommended dosage regimen: 2 times a day. Duration of the course is 7-10 days.
To prevent exacerbations of chronic gingivitis and periodontitis, the course should be repeated 2-3 times a year.
Side effects
- on the part of the immune system: possible - allergic reactions;
- from the digestive system: metal taste in the mouth.
Overdose
Overdose symptoms have not been established.
special instructions
During the treatment period, hygienic teeth cleaning should be performed regularly.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
According to the instructions, Asepta Adhesive Gum Balm should not be used when carrying and breastfeeding, since there is no experience with using the product during these periods.
Drug interactions
No clinically significant interaction with the simultaneous use of the balm with other drugs has been established.
Analogs
Analogues of Asept Balsam adhesive for gums are Parodontotsid, Kamistad gel, Anti-inflammatory balm for the oral cavity Albadent, Metrogyl Denta, Stomatofit, Solcoseryl dental adhesive paste Valeant, etc.
Terms and conditions of storage
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at 5–25 ° C.
Shelf life is 2 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Dispensed by prescription.
Reviews about Asepta adhesive gum balm
In the reviews of Asept Adhesive Gum Balm, patients note the high effectiveness of the drug in the treatment of gum disease. Its use helps to relieve inflammation and bleeding of the gums and strengthen teeth. They emphasize the good fixation of the balm on the gums and its pleasant taste.
Price for Asepta adhesive gum Balm in pharmacies
The price of Asepta Adhesive Gum Balm for a 10 g tube with an applicator in a package can range from 185 rubles.
Asepta adhesive gum Balm: prices in online pharmacies
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Asepta gum balm adhesive balm for external use 10 g 1 pc. 192 RUB Buy |
Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
