In diseases of the digestive system, associated with a violation of the balance of microflora and the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms, most doctors appoint Intesti-bacteriophage. This drug belongs to a number of immunobiological drugs, additionally possessing antimicrobial activity.
Liquid Intesti-bacteriophage for adults
The suspension is a purified mixture of phagolysates (nutrient medium and components of microorganism cells) of the following bacteria:
- staphylococci;
- Shigella Flexner;
- chopsticks pseudomonas aeruginosis;
- salmonella;
- enterococci;
- Proteus;
- most serological groups of strains of Escherichia coli .
As a preservative, quinazole is used.
Pharmacological action of the drug consists in the selective destruction of cells of pathogenic microorganisms. A feature of the bacteriophage is its maximum safety, since the suspension does not affect other varieties of bacteria and absolutely does not disturb the microflora.
Intesti bacteriophage application
Indications for the purpose of the funds in question:
- dysbiosis;
- bacterial dysentery;
- enterocolitis;
- salmonellosis;
- colitis;
- indigestion .
The drug is used orally and rectally.
In the first case, a single dose of 20 to 30 ml, take the suspension should be 4 times a day on an empty stomach, about 60-90 minutes before meals.
When rectal, an enema is made with the administration of 40-65 ml of medication. The procedure is performed once a day, immediately after bowel movement.
Before taking Intesti-bacteriophage, it is important to conduct a thorough visual inspection of the solution. If there are visible particles, the color and transparency of the liquid are broken, it can not be used. Moreover, it is necessary to treat the hands and the lid of the package with antiseptics, in order to avoid getting foreign microorganisms into the vial.
The average duration of treatment is from 7 to 10 days, until the symptoms disappear completely. There are cases of use of Intesti-bacteriophage in the nose, especially in the treatment of staphylococcal infections. Otolaryngologists recommend watering the mucous membranes with a drug 1-2 times a day. Due to the fact that the package of the preparation does not provide for this type of application, it will be necessary to transfer the suspension itself into the bottle with the possibility of spraying, having previously disinfected it.
Side effects and contraindications Intesti-bacteriophage
As a rule, the described drug is well tolerated without the occurrence of any negative phenomena. Very rarely there is a small rash on the skin, which quickly disappears without special treatment.
There is no reason why this drug should not be used, but its use in the treatment of pregnant women should be done under the strict supervision of the attending physician.
Analogues of Intesti-bacteriophage
Often, patients are asked to replace the medicated medication with another medicine because of its relatively high cost.
An analogue of the Intesti-bacteriophage can be considered as Ersefuril. It has identical properties and mode of operation, but the price is much lower. On the other hand, Ersefuril is not as safe as Intesti-bacteriophage. Its reception can provoke a slight disruption of the intestinal microflora, as the phagolysate of bacteria affects not only the pathogenic, but also the beneficial microorganisms.
The generic of the drug is Sextafag. It is a highly effective and safe remedy, but slightly different from the Intesti-bacteriophage in its composition and indications.