Hexasprey
Hexasprey: 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. Use in childhood
- 11. Drug interactions
- 12. Analogs
- 13. Terms and conditions of storage
- 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 15. Reviews
- 16. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Hexaspray
ATX code: R02AA20
Active ingredient: biclotymol (biclotymol)
Manufacturer: Laboratoires Bouchara-Recordati (France)
Description and photo update: 2019-20-08
Prices in pharmacies: from 239 rubles.
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Hexasprey is an antiseptic for the treatment of ENT diseases, which has an anti-inflammatory and local anesthetic effect, is active against corynebacteria, streptococci and staphylococci.
Release form and composition
Dosage form - aerosol for topical application: a homogeneous suspension of white with a yellowish tinge, has a characteristic smell of anise (30 g each in plastic-coated glass bottles equipped with a spray valve, 1 bottle each in a cardboard box).
Active ingredient: biclotymol, in 1 bottle - 750 mg.
Excipients: soy lecithin, methylparaben, disodium edetate, ethanol 95%, sodium saccharin, glycerol, ammonium glycyrrhizinate, benzyl alcohol, Avicel RC 591 (sodium carboxymethylcellulose and microcrystalline cellulose), anise oil, purified water.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
Biclotymol - the active substance of Hexasprey, is a disinfecting chemical used locally in otolaryngology, active against corynebacteria, streptococci and staphylococci (Corynebacterium spp., Streptococcus spp., Staphylococcus spp.). The drug also has anti-inflammatory and local anesthetic effects.
Pharmacokinetics
Hexaspray is slowly absorbed through the mucous membrane of the oral cavity, providing a prolonged local effect.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, Hexasprey is used to treat infectious and inflammatory diseases of the larynx, pharynx and oral cavity, the causative agents of which are microorganisms sensitive to biclotymol:
- Tonsillitis;
- Glossitis;
- Pharyngolaryngitis;
- Chronic and acute pharyngitis;
- Condition after tonsillectomy.
Contraindications
The main contraindication to prescribing the drug is hypersensitivity to its components.
In pediatrics, the use of Hexasprey is contraindicated for children under 6 years of age.
Instructions for the use of Hexasprey: method and dosage
The aerosol is intended for inhalation use.
Hexaspray for children from 6 years old and adults are prescribed 2 injections 3 times a day, regardless of meals.
The course of treatment is usually 10 days. If a longer therapy is required, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
Before using the drug, shake the bottle, during inhalation - keep it upright.
Side effects
Allergic reactions are possible.
Overdose
Overdose data have not been reported.
special instructions
If, within 5 days of treatment, the therapeutic effect is weak or absent at all, you should consult a doctor to revise the applied therapy regimen.
Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms
There are no reports of a negative effect of the drug on the speed of psychomotor reactions and concentration.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
There have been no strictly controlled medical studies on the safety of aerosol use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. During these periods, the appointment of Hexasprey is allowed after a careful assessment of the ratio of potential benefits to the mother with a possible risk to the fetus / child.
Pediatric use
In pediatric practice, it is contraindicated to use an aerosol to treat children under 6 years of age.
Drug interactions
Hexaspray is not recommended to be prescribed concurrently with other preparations for topical application in the oral cavity.
Analogs
Analogs of Hexasprey are: Biclotymol, Hexadreps, Laripront, Yoks, Ajisept, Stopangin, Givalex, Orasept, Hepilor, Cameton.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
The shelf life is 5 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Hexaspray
When treating the throat, many patients with sore throat, other infections and inflammations of the oral cavity, having tried various medications for topical use, opt for this aerosol. According to reviews, Hexasprey has such positive qualities as high efficiency, mild combined action (not only kills pathogenic microflora, but also relieves inflammation and pain), absence of contraindications and negative effects on digestion. The spray is often referred to as an ambulance for a sore throat. It is also noted that the shelf life of the drug allows it to be stored for a long time, which is an additional advantage.
As a disadvantage, they point to the strong aniseed taste of the spray, so unpleasant that some patients are ready to refuse to use the product, as well as the possible violation of microflora during therapy.
The price of Hexasprey in pharmacies
Approximate price of Hexasprey aerosol 2.5%, 30 g in a bottle with a spray valve - 250-270 rubles.
Hexasprey: prices in online pharmacies
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Drug name Price Pharmacy |
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Hexasprey 2.5% aerosol 30 g 1 pc. 239 r Buy |
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Hexasprey air. d / local approx. 2.5% fl. 30g 320 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!
