Miramistin. Instructions for use

"Miramistin" is a synthetic antiseptic with a wide spectrum of action. The active substance is miramistin. It has high bactericidal properties against viruses, pathogens, fungi.

Miramistin was developed by Soviet scientists in the seventies of the last century as a universal tool used during space flights for processing instruments and skin of astronauts. The fact is that the microclimate of orbital stations is an ideal medium for the reproduction of microorganisms. The collapse of the USSR led to the termination of funding for research and work on this drug. But there were enthusiasts who continued to develop. The drug was tested in 1991 and entered the pharmacy as a means of preventing STI. Further studies supplemented the list of its applications. Today the remedy is used in urology, gynecology, dentistry, otolaryngology, surgery.

Form release - 0.01% solution of external use in bottles of different volumes with a convenient attachment. One milliliter of the solution contains 0.1 mg of the active ingredient miramistin. Instructions for use are enclosed.

"Miramistin" ointment is available in tubes of 15 grams, in addition to the main component, it includes a base of water-soluble and disodium EDTA acid.

The drug actively destroys such bacteria as streptococcus, staphylococcus, E. coli, hay bacillus, diphtheria bacillus, salmonella, gonococcus and others. "Miramistin" destroys fungi and viruses.

"Miramistin" is a medicine that disinfects wounds, burns, accelerates the regeneration of tissues. The ointment draws pus, puts on dead tissue, without touching the healthy one. The drug does not penetrate through the mucous membranes and skin.

The drug "Miramistin", the instruction for use describes it in detail, has been used successfully in various branches of medicine for the treatment of a variety of diseases. This - any contaminated purulent wounds, frostbite, burns II and III degree. In venereology and dermatology: prevention of STI, candidiasis, fungal lesions in the area of feet, nails, horny layers, smooth skin. In gynecology: inflammation of the vagina and mucous uterus, purulent lesions of injuries during childbirth. In uroligia: inflammation of the prostate and urethra. In otolaryngology: inflammation of the tonsils and larynx, sinusitis, otitis. In stomatology: treatment of stomatitis, periodontitis, disinfection of removable dentures.

How to use Miramistin? Instructions for use about this tells.

To treat wounds and burns, the gauze bandage is heavily moistened with Miramistin solution and applied to the affected area.

"Miramistin" ointment is applied directly to the wound and bandaged. With fistulas, the ointment is injected into the gauze pads.

To prevent infection after childbirth, tampons moistened with miramistin solution are inserted into the vagina for two hours.

For prevention of STIs, no later than two hours after sexual contact, the drug is injected into the urethra in men and women, and in the vagina in women. Also, the external genitalia and pubis are treated.

Before using Miramistin, the method of application should be specified in the instructions.

The drug may cause burning in the first 20-30 seconds after application. This side effect of drug withdrawal does not require. Miramistin can cause allergies. It is contraindicated in people with increased sensitivity to miramistin.

Under the supervision of a doctor, the use of this drug during pregnancy and during breastfeeding, as the drug does not penetrate through the mucous membrane and the skin. Studies have shown that the use of miramistine does not harm the fetus.

When applying the drug should be protected eyes. For the treatment of eye diseases, a special drug "Okomistin" has been developed, the basis of which is miramistin. Studies indicate that there is no mutagenic effect of the drug. Due to a wide range of uses, Miramistin is used for mixed lesions of fungi and bacteria even before the diagnosis is made.

It is noted that the susceptibility of microbes to antibiotics is reduced if taken simultaneously with the drug Miramistin.

Many products are now sold in pharmacies without prescriptions, including Miramistin. Instruction for use is the only assistant in this case. But all the same it is better not to be engaged in a selftreatment. Always consult a doctor.