Antibiotic "Levomycetin" from what is used? Description and properties of the preparation

Small light yellow or white tablets of "Levomycetin" will be found in almost every home medicine cabinet. Relying on half a century of experience, they are trying to give a drink with every intestinal frustration. However, is this correct? Despite the unique properties of the drug, surpassing even many new-generation antibiotics, this is not true. The question arises: "The drug" Levomycetin "- from what?" At what pathologies is it appropriate to take it?

Characteristics of the preparation

Many people think that they are right when talking about the drug "Levomycetin" (from which this medicine helps) as a remedy for dysentery. But the drug has a much larger spectrum of action. This remedy is prescribed for pathologies much more serious. Doctors prescribe it for meningitis, salmonellosis, infected wounds, typhoid fever. In addition, it is they who are treated for severe infections of the biliary and urinary tract.

What is the drug "Levomycetin"? What does the remedy really help with? The drug "Levomycetin", known under another name - "Chloramphenicol", is an antibiotic. It is active against most Gram-negative and Gram-positive microorganisms. It has a harmful effect on strains of bacteria that are resistant to penicillin series, sulfonamides, streptomycins.

However, the antibiotic "Levomycetin" is able to cause severe adverse reactions. Therefore, today it is used exclusively in special cases. It is appointed if there is no possibility to use safer means.

Effective drug only in the fight against bacterial infections. With a cold and flu, this antibiotic is completely useless.

Indications for use

It should be made clear that without the doctor's prescription is not recommended to take the medicine "Levomycetin." What is the purpose of this remedy? The list of pathologies is extensive.

Among them:

• Infectious and inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract;
• typhoid fever;
• Bacillary dysentery;
• paratyphoid;
• Salmonellosis;
• Tularemia;
• brucellosis;
• Chlamydia;
• whooping cough;
• Bacterial pneumonia;
• Typhus fever ;
• trachoma;
• Meningitis (provoked by Haemophylus influenzae);
• shingles;
• Mixed bacterial infections;
• psittacosis;
• gonorrhea.

To date, the drug "Levomethicin" is the only medicine that is effective against such a pathology as typhoid fever.

Forms of release

Widespread use of the drug found in many pathologies. For convenience of use, the antibiotic "Levomycetin" is available in several dosage forms:

• pills;
• Capsules;
• Candles;
• Solution on ethyl alcohol (70%) - used for the therapy of ear pathologies and pustular skin diseases;
• powder;
• ointment;
• Solution (0.25%) - eye drops.

Terms of Use

The drug in tablets, capsules or powder is intended for internal administration. It is recommended to use it 30 minutes before or during meals. Children, to disguise the bitter taste of this remedy, you can give it with syrup or jam. If the patient has nausea or vomiting, you can drink the medicine after eating, after an hour.

The drug is given in the following dosages.

1. Adults - a one-time rate varies between 0.25 g - 0.75 g. The average dose is 0.5 g. It is recommended to take the medication 3-4 times a day. If necessary, the maximum single dose can be 1 g. At the same time, the daily norm is 3 g.
2. Children older than 8 years take 0.2-0.3 grams of medication 3-4 times throughout the day.
3. Children 3-8 years old - use 0.15-0.2 g.
4. Crumbs up to 3 years - the dose is calculated from the ratio: per 1 kg of the child's weight by 0.01-0.015 g.

Depending on the pathology, the doctor chooses an individual scheme for taking this medication. Given the bacteriostatic nature of the effect of the antibiotic, treatment with "Levomycetin" is recommended to continue for 5-7 days. In the case of severe pathologies that can give relapse, therapy can be delayed by 15-20 days. If necessary, the doctor will appoint a second course.

This antibiotic can be combined with heart medications, as well as with drugs "Streptomycin", "Penicillin", sulfonamide drugs.

Side effects

During treatment (especially if the antibiotic is used long enough), unwanted reactions of the body to this remedy may occur. As a rule, among the side effects are the following:

• Dyspeptic disorders (diarrhea);
• Irritation of mucous pharynx, larynx, mouth; Rectum, stomach; Urethra, vagina;
• Skin rash, itching, burning, dermatitis;
• Toxic damage of the hematopoietic system;
• Violation in the work of the kidneys, liver;
• Auditory, visual hallucinations;
• Impaired consciousness;
• Deterioration of vision, hearing loss;
• anaphylactic shock.

The patient, who observed these phenomena, either requires the complete cancellation of this medication, or a break in his admission.

Long-term use of the drug "Levomycetin" can trigger the occurrence of fungal lesions of the mucous and skin.

As a rule, to reduce the severity of adverse reactions during treatment, the doctor can prescribe B vitamins, as well as the medicine "Dimedrol".

Contraindications to admission

The antibiotic "Levomycetin" is not prescribed for the following conditions and pathologies:

• Hypersensitivity to the drug;
• Skin diseases (eczema, psoriasis, fungal lesions);
• Oppression of hematopoiesis;
• Porphyria;
• Pathologies of the hematopoiesis;
• Angina;
• Diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• Impaired kidney function, liver;
• Acute respiratory pathology;
• Propensity to allergic manifestations;
• Pregnancy, and breastfeeding.

Possible overdose

In this case, unpleasant complications from the hematopoietic system can be observed. About the use of a large dose of medicine can say the following symptoms:

• Elevated temperature;
• Pale skin covers;
• bleeding;
• a sore throat;
• General weakness.

In children in case of overdose, the following can occur:

• Bloating;
• Irregular breathing;
• hypothermia;
• Gray skin color;
• Vomiting;
• Cardiovascular collapse.

If there is a similar symptomatology, it is necessary to immediately cancel the drug and wash the stomach with the use of sorbents. Symptomatic therapy is required to eliminate unpleasant symptoms.

The drug "Levomycetin-Dia"

This medicine is a wonderful bacteriostatic antibiotic. It has a wide range of effects. Eye drops "Levomycetin-Dia" are prescribed for bacterial infections provoked by a sensitive microflora:

• Keratitis;
• Conjunctivitis;
• Blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis;
• Neuroparalytic keratitis (which is accompanied by a bacterial infection);
• Keratoconjunctivitis.

The main contraindications include:

• Hypersensitivity;
• Psoriasis, eczema;
• Pathology of blood, liver;
• Pregnancy, lactation;
• Fungal infection;
• Respiratory tract diseases.

Among the side effects may be allergic local reactions.

Effective ointment

For topical use, antibacterial drug "Levomycetin" is in great demand. Ointment is recommended for use in the following pathologies:

• Purulent, inflammatory processes;
• Dermatoses of various nature;
• Eczema;
• Varicose ulcers on the legs;
• Panaritsy;
• Inflammatory processes in the external auditory canal.

With a tendency to allergic reactions or individual intolerance, it is recommended not to use the drug "Levomycetin".

The ointment is applied to the damaged area with a thin layer. This procedure can be repeated up to three times a day.

Treatment of otitis media

Diseases of the ears always cause severe discomfort and severe pain. In addition, they are fraught with unpleasant complications. To significantly alleviate the patient's condition, it is recommended to instill an alcohol solution of Levomycetin in the ears.

However, such a procedure can not be performed without the appointment of a doctor. It should be remembered that the main contraindication to the use of these drops is the perforation of the tympanic membrane. But only the doctor-specialist is able to recognize this pathology.

But if the drug "Levomycetin" is prescribed, the main recommendations should be adhered to.

1. The solution must be slightly heated before use.
2. Before pouring in cotton wool remove from the ear passage pus.
3. You should slightly pull the shell up and back. This will allow you to straighten the maximum ear canal.
4. Bury 3-4 drops in each ear.
5. After the procedure it is recommended to close the passage with cotton wool. This will create the heat necessary for treatment.

How to deal with acne?

A favorable result on the skin will have a "talker". You can make it yourself. Very effectively, this solution, containing the drug "Levomycetin" from acne, helps. The testimonies of people who unsuccessfully fought with such eruptions for many years, indicate that one application is enough to make the favorable effect noticeable.

For the manufacture of the "talker" will need:

• Salicylic acid - 5 ml;
• Boric acid - 50 ml;
• Medical alcohol (90%) - 50 ml;
• The drug "Levomycetin" - 5 g.

Conclusion

This remedy is extremely strong. In addition to its beneficial effect, it can exert a depressing effect on the liver and kidneys. Therefore, it is prescribed only in extreme cases, when other antibiotics are ineffective.

Abroad, a prescription from a doctor is needed to purchase the drug "Levomycetin". In our country, this drug is found in any home medicine cabinet. And since most people are sure that the drug treats intestinal disorders and abdominal pain, then apply it for any occasion.