Throat lozenges. For severe sore throat
The first remedy that is used when the throat hurts is lollipops, tablets and lozenges that need to be sucked. They are able to stop the pain syndrome, reduce inflammation in the mucous membrane of the throat, eliminate paroxysms of dry cough caused by irritation of the receptors on the mucous membrane of the throat. But the pharmaceutical industry produces so many of them. How do you know which absorbable tablets will really help with a sore throat?
Below we will consider what lozenges, lozenges or lozenges exist in general, which of them are the most effective, which of them can be attributed to the most affordable price segment. We will also describe which means can be used in pregnant women, and which ones in children.
Who will benefit from the means in the form of lozenges and sucking tablets
Throat lozenges or other forms of release of drugs that involve resorption are prescribed for:
- sore throat;
- feeling of "tickle", "soreness" in the throat;
- dry hacking cough when smoking or SARS;
- painful swallowing;
- combination of sore throat with coughing;
- halitosis;
- hoarse voice;
- gum pain;
- as a preparation for invasive interventions on the organs of the oral cavity (for example, before installing dental implants).
But pay attention, the condition when the throat hurts and it hurts to swallow can be a manifestation of not only a viral infection. This is how lacunar tonsillitis, caused by streptococcus (less often - staphylococcus), and phlegmon of fatty tissue around the tonsils also manifests itself. These diseases are treated with the mandatory appointment of systemic antibiotics, otherwise life-threatening complications may develop. In this case, lozenges alone (even with an antibiotic) are not enough. Therefore, if, looking into a sore throat, you see white dots on the tonsils (purulent plaque), or, looking in the mirror, you can see that the neck is swollen, you should not go to the pharmacy, but urgently go to the hospital, where ENT doctors are around the clock.
Types of lozenges for sore throats
For the relief of sore throat, depending on the main active components, the following can be used:
- Natural lozenges. They may contain extracts of chamomile, sage, licorice,; they may include lemon and honey. They have an anti-inflammatory effect due to their components. In addition, they increase salivation. Saliva, together with the components of the product, lubricates, moisturizes the throat, and reduces dryness in it. It is these drugs that can be used during pregnancy, unless the instructions indicate otherwise.
- Preparations for resorption with antiseptics. This is the most common group of medicines aimed at destroying a large number of microorganisms (including viruses) that caused inflammation and sore throat.
- Antibiotic Lozenges. They can only destroy sensitive bacteria localized in the oral cavity. Do not act on viruses or fungal flora. Cause an imbalance between beneficial and harmful microflora in the oral cavity, so their appointment should be justified, which can only be done by a doctor.
- Preparations for resorption with an immunomodulatory effect. Manufacturers indicate that such drugs normalize both local and systemic immunity.
- homeopathic pills for sore throat. They have an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect, they do not act on microbes.
- Combined funds. The composition of such lozenges or lozenges includes several different components: usually it is an anti-inflammatory agent of natural or synthetic origin, a decongestant component, an antiseptic.
- Homemade lollipops-cm.
The vast majority of such drugs for resorption have, basically, only a local effect, practically not being absorbed into the blood. They say that the active substance is absorbed into the blood only by the manufacturers of Falimint, Septolete Total.
Lollipops with natural ingredients
Dr. Theiss's "Sage" lollipops (orange, lemon, lemon balm flavor)Analogues: Sage Lozenges (Verbena), Sage Tablets 600 mg/tab. for resorption, lozenges "Sage" |
Bobs (orange-lemon, fir+menthol, wild berries, sage+lime, raspberry tea, propolis+mint, honey plus lemon) |
Broncho Veda
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licorice lollipops
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"Doctor Mom" - lozenges
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Dr. Theiss lozenges
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Linkas Lore
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Holes
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Carmolis (with and without sugar, honey, children: cherry / honey)
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Isla Moos and Isla Mint
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Travisil
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Chlorophyllipt
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The power of 4 herbs
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Tonsilgon H
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Lollipops with antiseptic
The pharmaceutical industry produces such antiseptic lollipops:
Septolete Neo (cherry, lemon or apple)
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Falimint
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Pharyngosept
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Lozenges with anesthetic
Anti-angin
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Grammidin Neo with anesthetic
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Antibiotic Lozenges
homeopathic lozenges
The mode of their reception is the same: the first 48 h: 1 piece in 30-60 minutes, but not more than 12 tons / day. After improvement - 1 tab. * 3 r / day
Tonsipret
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Tonsilotren
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Angin-hel
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Drugs with an immunomodulatory effect
They are aimed at "training" local immunity: so that when microorganisms enter the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, protection immediately begins to be developed, without waiting for the microbes to start their toxic reactions.
Lollipops with a combined composition
Septolete, Septolete D
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Septolete plus
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Septolete Total
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Hexoral tabs classic (lemon, orange, blackcurrant, honey-lemon)
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Hexoral tabs extra
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Angi sept Dr. Theiss (with cherry, sea buckthorn, sage, honey, lemon)
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Strepsils intensive
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Strepsils: with honey and lemon, with vitamin C, with strawberries
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Strepsils with menthol and eucalyptus
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Compound: antiseptics benzalkonium and thymol, menthol, peppermint and eucalyptus oils 
Compound: amylmetacresol and dichlorobenzyl alcohol antiseptic, anesthetic lidocaine 
Compound: antiseptic dichlorobenzyl alcohol, menthol, anethole, peppermint oil 
Compound: anti-inflammatory drug flurbiprofen, antiseptic levomenthol, decongestant macrogol 300 
Analogues: Neo-Angin (sugar-free, sugar-free cherry, with sugar), Agisept (pineapple, lemon, honey-lemon), Suprima-Lor, Gorpils, Astracept 
Sore throat pills
All of the above means people call both lollipops and lozenges, and sucking tablets. It turns out that they can be classified in the same way as lollipops, excluding only products based on natural ingredients from the list - after all, “lollipops” are directly written on them.
Thus, lozenges for sore throat can be divided into:
- antiseptic tablets;
- with an anesthetic
- with an antibiotic
- combined composition.
Anesthetic tablets
Anesthetic sore throat tablets are the ones described above:
- Septolete plus;
- Septolete;
- Septolete D;
- Anti-angin;
- Hexoral tabs classic and extra;
- Anti-angin;
- Grammidin-Neo with anesthetic
Tablets with antiseptics
In addition to the above
- Strepsils and analogues (Ajisept, Astracept, Suprima-Lor, Gorpils, Neo-angina);
- Angi sept of Dr. Theiss;
- Anti-angina;
- Hexorala tabs extra and classic;
- Septolete (classic, D, total, plus, Neo);
- Grammidin Neo with anesthetic;
- Faringosept;
- Falimint,
these are other drugs that more accurately fit the definition of "pills" and are taken when the throat hurts. It:
Lizobakt
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Tantum Verde tablets
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Laripront
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Sebidine
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hexalysis
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Analog: Hexadreps lozenges antibiotic tablets
When a person has a sore throat, and the doctor is not sure that pharyngitis or tonsillitis is only viral, without the addition of bacterial microflora, the doctor may include drugs containing antibiotics in the list of tablets for sore throat.
This may be the local antibiotic gramicidin in the composition of the drug Grammidin Neo and Grammidin Neo with an antibiotic. But sometimes with a sore throat, the expression "antibiotic pills" means systemic antibacterial drugs:
- Flemoxin Solutab (Amoxicillin, Ospamox);
- Augmentin (Amoxiclav, Flemoklav);
- Zinnat (Axocef);
- Suprax (Ixim lupin, Pancef);
- Sumamed (Azithromycin, Azitro Sandoz, Azimed);
- and others.
Medication antibacterial agents are prescribed only by a doctor according to strict indications. Self-administration of antibiotics, especially if the dosage or duration of administration is not respected, leads to the fact that microorganisms become more and more resistant to drugs, which means that it will be more and more difficult to destroy them.
Previously, these drugs also included streptocid tablets, which were taken orally.
streptocideCompound: sulfanilamide antibiotic |
Lozenges and tablets that can be taken by pregnant women
During pregnancy, you can not ignore the pain in the throat. When taking a drug that is not allowed during this period, even a local one, a toxic effect on the fetus may develop, as a result, it will form a malformation of varying severity. If pharyngitis or tonsillitis is left untreated or treated inadequately, it can also harm the developing fetus. Therefore, local preparations for the throat should be chosen after consulting a doctor, even if they consist of natural ingredients.
Having carefully studied the instructions of the above drugs, we can conclude that pregnant women are allowed:
- Pharyngosept;
- Grammidin, Grammidin Neo - from the 2nd trimester;
- Lizobakt;
- Tantum Verde - tablets.
With caution, after consulting a doctor, you can use:
- Septolete;
- Septolete D;
- lollipops Bobs;
- Tonsipret;
- Tonsilotren;
- Hexoral tabs and Hexoral tabs extra;
- various types of Strepsils, except Strepsils intensive;
- Hexalysis.
Lozenges and tablets that can be used in childhood
Throat lozenges for children, as well as drugs during pregnancy, must be chosen together with a pediatrician who can not only choose the right drug, but also tell you what price category it is in. A specialist can tell which lozenges are the most effective, based on his practice.
Based on the instructions, you can use the following lozenges:
For children, you can use these tablets for sore throat:
| A drug | From what age can | How to use |
| Anti-angin | From 3 years old |
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| Septolete (Septolete D, Septolete Neo) | From 4 years old |
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| Grammidin for children, Grammidin Neo with anesthetic | From 4 years old |
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| Tonsilotren | From 1 year |
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| Tonsipret | From 1 year |
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| Hexoral Tabs | From 4 years old |
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| Strepsils | From 5 years old | 1 pc every 2-3 hours, no more than 6 pcs/day |
| Theraflu Lar | From 4 years old | From 4 to 18 years old -1 t * 3-6 r / d |
| Lizobakt | From 3 years old |
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| Tantum Verde (tablets) | From 3 years old | 1 t. * 3-4 r / day |
| hexalysis | From 6 years old | 1 tab * four times |
| Sebidine | In childhood, it is used only as directed by a doctor. | |
The most effective drugs for sore throat
According to numerous reviews, you can make such a rating of the best lollipops for sore throats:
- Doctor Mom;
- Holes;
- Angi sept of Dr. Theiss;
- licorice candies.
The best pills used for sore throat:
- Septolete with anesthetic;
- Strepsils of any kind;
- Falimint;
- Grammidin with anesthetic
- Tantum Verde;
- Hexalysis.
Cheap drugs for sore throat
Inexpensive lozenges for sore throats are as follows:
- Bobs lollipops 10 pieces - 20-35 rubles;
- Hols 10 pieces - 50 rubles;
- Agisept - 70 rubles / pack;
- Suprima-Lor - 90-110 rubles.
Cheap lollipops are:
- lollipops Sage (Verbena) 60 grams - 60 rubles;
- licorice lozenges 60 g - 40-75 rubles;
- "The power of four herbs" 50 g - 60 rubles.
To say which pills you need when your throat hurts, an ENT doctor or therapist (for children - a pediatrician) should still be based on an examination. Self-medication can lead to the spread of infection from the throat into the blood, and untreated bacterial tonsillitis can, in addition, be complicated by heart disease (due to rheumatism) or severe kidney disease. If the sore throat is caused by bacterial (usually staphylococcal) flora, then taking local remedies alone will not prevent the development of phlegmon (impregnation with pus) of the fatty tissue surrounding the tonsils.
Colds among children of different ages are most common. Seasonal influenza, SARS, diseases of the respiratory and ENT organs caused by various bacteria and viruses are accompanied by unpleasant and painful symptoms.
In addition to fever, weakness, runny nose and cough, pain and sore throat appear, which bring a lot of inconvenience. If a grown-up baby can complain about an ailment, then the baby only cries and is naughty. That is why parents do not always recognize the problem in time. How to treat a sore throat? What to do if the baby is sick? What medicines are suitable for children of different ages?
Causes and symptoms of sore throat
Before the arrival of the pediatrician, you can independently examine the child's throat. You will need a clean spoon or a special disposable spatula. Adult hands should be thoroughly washed.
In viral infections, the tonsils are usually red and inflamed. Fungal and bacterial pathogens leave an unhealthy plaque or pustules on the mucous membranes.
Most often, a sore throat is accompanied by other symptoms:
- high fever, chills;
- cough
- poor appetite, general malaise;
- weeping and moodiness;
- dense coating on the root of the tongue and tonsils;
- redness of the mucous membrane;
- hoarseness of voice;
- rhinitis (runny nose).
Rhinitis becomes a common cause of irritation of the mucous membranes of the throat, as the parts of the nasopharynx are connected. That is why the treatment of the common cold becomes an integral part of general therapy and helps to eliminate pain and prevent bronchitis.
Diseases are caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi. Often, a sore throat appears due to allergies or simple hypothermia. The course of treatment and the prescribed drugs completely depend on the type of causative agent of the disease.
Possible causes of the problem:
- SARS, acute respiratory infections;
- flu;
- inflammation of the tissues of the pharynx, tonsils or larynx;
- infectious diseases of the oropharynx and nasopharynx (tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, sinusitis, sinusitis, etc. (we recommend reading:).);
- teething;
- measles;
- chickenpox;
- rubella;
- scarlet fever;
- inflammatory process in the oral mucosa (stomatitis).
Drug treatment of throat in children
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The doctor develops a therapeutic regimen after examining a sick child and taking the necessary tests (mandatory smear and blood test). The smear determines the type of pathogen. Treatment involves addressing the underlying cause of the illness and managing the symptoms.
It is important to remember the consequences of self-diagnosis and self-treatment. If you suspect a disease, you should consult a doctor.
Treating the throat of young children is not easy, as the list of approved medicines is very short. Local therapy should have a bactericidal, soothing and analgesic effect. Depending on the age of the baby, it includes irrigation, rinsing, inhalation, resorption of tablets and lozenges.
The best remedies for babies up to a year
It is difficult to recognize a painful condition in children under 1 year old. At this age, they cannot complain to their parents about pain or feeling unwell. The main signals are constant whims, crying, refusal to eat. You should be careful about the appearance of a cough or runny nose.
For any alarming symptoms, it is necessary to examine the baby's throat for redness or plaque (this must be done very carefully) and immediately contact the pediatrician. The immunity of infants is not fully formed. They are subject to any external or internal factors. Once in the body of an infant, the pathogenic microflora immediately begins to multiply.
The difficulty of treatment lies in too early age. Most medicines are contraindicated for babies. Children of the first year of life do not know how to rinse their mouth and throat, dissolve pills. The main effect of therapy is aimed at eliminating the very cause of pain. After that, the symptoms disappear automatically. However, it is difficult to remove discomfort during the treatment process.
The main drugs allowed for children under 1 year old:
- Viferon or its analogues, suitable for age. These are rectal antiviral suppositories based on human interferon. They work in exactly the same way as other antiviral drugs. The body begins to produce additional proteins that fight infection.
- Anaferon is an antiviral agent in tablets that are dissolved in water. Approved for use from 1 month.
- Viburkol - homeopathic rectal suppositories. Used as an aid. They have anti-inflammatory, analgesic and mild sedative effects.
- Antibacterial drugs. The most common in this case are Cefadox, Cefix, Sumamed, Amoxiclav, as well as their analogues. The doctor prescribes antibiotics only for bacterial infections. It is forbidden to use them on your own.
If the baby has a fever, it is necessary to use an antipyretic (syrup or suppositories). Such drugs are mainly produced on the basis of ibuprofen or paracetamol. Parents usually use Nurofen or Panadol. It should be noted that in addition to lowering the temperature, drugs relieve pain.
For disinfection and bactericidal effect, irrigation and lubrication of the oral cavity with antiseptics are used. Sprays are prohibited for one-year-old babies. For this, a saline solution, Miramistin, Chlorophyllipt is used. A bandage or gauze is moistened in a solution, and then the oral cavity is wiped. The medicine enters the throat along with saliva.
Some parents decide to irrigate. The liquid is drawn into a small syringe, the baby's head is tilted forward and the medication is gently injected. Since the head is tilted forward, the fluid immediately comes back. This should be done very carefully and only on the advice of a doctor.
Effective preparations for children from 1 to 3 years
It is easier to treat a sore throat at this age. At 2 years old, a child can say that he is in pain. The list of drugs for topical use is wider. The drugs are prescribed by the doctor, based on the diagnosis and symptoms of the child. Products indicated for infants and other drugs may be used. Apply rinses (if the child can rinse his mouth), irrigation, lubrication of the mucosa, sometimes lozenges for resorption.
Preparations in aerosols (sprays) of anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antiseptic action:
- Hexoral;
- Hexaspray;
- Tantum Verde (we recommend reading:);
- Proposol (contains propolis, may cause allergies);
- Yoks;
- Lugol (based on iodine) (we recommend reading:);
- Antiangin (contains chlorhexidine);
- Miramistin;
- Ingalipt;
- Aqualor (the basis is sea water);
- Panavir Inlight (homeopathy).
It is important to note that the medicines listed above are prescribed exclusively by a doctor. As a rule, the instructions indicate that the use is allowed from 4 or 5 years. However, in pediatric practice, they are used earlier - at 2-3 years. It is impossible to choose a spray on your own and replace it with another drug. The products contain different active substances, and the wrong medication can only harm the baby.
Unlike adults, for young children from 2 years old, the medicine is not sprayed into the throat, but onto the mucous membrane of the cheeks. In some cases, this causes laryngospasm. The active substance enters the tonsils or in the throat with saliva.
Sucking tablets, lozenges and lozenges are used infrequently. Not every child will be able to suck on a lollipop, and there is a risk of choking. In addition, the composition of some drugs is dangerous for babies and is too aggressive.
Sometimes doctors advise to relieve pain and perspiration with absorbable, inexpensive, proven tablets that quickly dissolve in the mouth:
- Lizobakt;
- Septefril.
Throat treatment for children older than 3 years
The age of 3 years is a fairly long time period. The child can be either 3 years old or 5 or 7 years old. However, according to medical practice, the name of the drugs rarely differs for children of this age. In case of urgent need, babies at 3-4 years old are prescribed drugs that are allowed from 5 or 6 years old. At the same time, the dosage and frequency of use differ.
Absorbable tablets, lozenges or lozenges:
- Pharyngosept (we recommend reading:);
- Septefril;
- Lizobakt;
- Strepsils;
- Decatylene;
- Antiangin;
- Septolete;
- Falimint;
- Tantum Verde and others.
Solutions and aerosols (depending on the principle of action):
- With antibiotic content: Ingalipt. For a lasting result, use at least 5 days.
- Antiseptic and bactericidal agents: Oracept, Hexaspray, Geksoral, Lugol, Yoks, Antiangin, Miramistin and others (we recommend reading:).
- Solutions that relieve the inflammatory process. Tantum Verde or Stopangin is usually used.
- Aqualor, Aqua Maris, Humer contain sea water. They are used to moisturize, soothe and cleanse the mucosa.
Inhalations
A nebulizer has long been an integral part of a parent's first aid kit. Safe inhalations have many advantages. They are allowed for children up to a year (the doctor selects the drug), the liquid is split into the smallest particles, which allows them to evenly settle on all tissues. The medicine is able to reach hard-to-reach places. During inhalation, steam is inhaled both through the mouth and through the nose (that is, both the nasopharynx and oropharynx are processed simultaneously).
Drugs used for sore throat:
- Lysozyme;
- Tonsilgon N (we recommend reading:);
- saline;
- propolis tincture;
- tincture of calendula;
- Rotokan;
- Furacilin;
- Miramistin;
- Bioparox etc.
Along with saline for inhalation, mineral waters are used, for example, Borjomi or Essentuki. Water should be of high quality, it is better to buy it in a pharmacy.
rinses
Gargling with antiseptics can cure the throat much faster. However, at a very early age, rinsing the mouth will not work. Parents lubricate or irrigate the inflamed area with liquid. Suitable for this:
- Chlorophyllipt (for rinsing it is diluted in water);
- Miramistin;
- Oracept;
- Furacilin;
- Hexoral.
Folk remedies
Traditional medicine has absorbed many recipes to eliminate the disease. Consider the individual tendency of the baby to allergies and be sure to consult with a pediatrician.
Salt solution for nasal irrigation and gargling is easy to prepare yourself
Common and effective home remedies:
- Decoction for the nebulizer. 10 g of the finished dry mixture of St. John's wort, yarrow, eucalyptus and calendula flowers pour a glass (250 ml) of boiling water. Boil for 5 minutes in a water bath, cool and strain thoroughly so that solid particles do not spoil the apparatus.
- Salt rinses. In a glass of warm water, dissolve a teaspoon of salt (can be iodized), rinse your mouth at least 3-4 times a day. You can add a couple of drops of iodine and soda on the tip of a knife.
- Squeeze juice from freshly grated beets. Dilute it with clean water in a ratio of 1:1. Use for rinsing. Beets are an effective antiseptic.
- Dilute 10 ml of liquid propolis in a glass of warm water (200 ml). Gargle with the resulting liquid up to 5 times in knocks.
- Add a teaspoon of honey and a little butter to a glass of warm milk. Drink before bed or during the day. The product is not suitable for infants or children allergic to honey.
Raspberry or blackcurrant teas are useful for boosting immunity and soothing a sore throat for a child. Many housewives prepare fresh jam for the winter (without cooking), which retains all the vitamins.
The berries are ground with sugar (1:1) and stored in the refrigerator in sterilized jars. If you have a large freezer, you can freeze them. This tea is useful for colds, flu, to strengthen the immune system.
Most respiratory infectious diseases are accompanied by pain in the throat, dryness, and itching. These unpleasant symptoms signal that the mucous membrane of the throat is affected by viruses or bacteria. They actively multiply, releasing toxic substances that provoke inflammation. The most common throat treatment remains topical preparations, including lozenges and lozenges in various flavors.
Appointment and action of local preparations for the throat
Infectious diseases of the throat lead to pain. It becomes difficult for a person to swallow, speak. Local preparations allow you to effectively and quickly cope with the causative agent of the disease. They have an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect, prevent the reproduction of bacteria and viruses.
Most lozenges have a complex effect, they not only stop inflammation, but also quickly relieve pain, help get rid of dryness in the throat. Plant-based preparations also soften and moisturize the throat mucosa.
Throat lozenges often resemble lozenges, but this is a drug that can lead to unpleasant consequences if overdosed. When taking the drug, you need to follow the instructions and carefully read about possible side effects.
Local drugs for sore throat are prescribed in the following cases:
- and . With colds and flu, rhinitis and sore throat invariably appear. To speed up recovery, it is advisable to start treatment when the first symptoms appear. In this case, drugs with analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects are prescribed.
- . Inflammation of the larynx is often accompanied by severe and acute pain in the throat, as well as a dry cough. Local preparations can relieve pain and stop the spread of the inflammatory process to other tissues.
- Inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity. Lozenges are also effective in the treatment of stomatitis and other inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity. The doctor should select the drug, taking into account the characteristics of the disease.
- . Tracheitis often occurs as a complication and is accompanied by pain both in the pharynx and behind the sternum. Local preparations can stop inflammation and relieve an attack of dry cough.
- . With tonsillitis, inflammation affects the palatine tonsils. The causative agent of the disease can be both viruses and bacteria. When purulent tonsillitis occurs, lozenges containing an antibiotic are prescribed.
Depending on the diagnosis, the dosage of the drug and the duration of treatment will vary, so it is advisable to consult a doctor before starting the medication.
Classification of lozenges
Lozenges are similar in that they must be kept in the mouth until completely dissolved. They may differ in price, taste, composition, and action. This or that drug should be selected by the doctor, taking into account the diagnosis and the patient's condition. This will make the treatment as effective as possible.
Lozenges are classified primarily according to the composition and nature of the action:
- With anesthetic. Most often, these drugs relieve pain, but do not help stop the reproduction of bacteria and viruses. They are prescribed for severe sore throats, but they should not be used for throat irritation caused by chemicals, smoking, or injury. The list of such tablets includes Falimint.
- With an antibiotic. Lozenges containing antibacterial substances are prescribed exclusively for a bacterial infection, for example, with. With viral lesions of the throat, such treatment will not only not be effective, but will also be harmful. The drug disrupts the protein synthesis of bacteria and does not allow it to multiply. Antibacterial local preparations for the throat include Streptocid, Grammidin, Stopangin.
- With antiseptic. Antiseptic preparations relieve redness and inflammation. They are recommended for mild illness, colds or mild sore throats. Antiseptic preparations for the throat include Pharyngosept, Septolete, Lyzobakt.
- Plant-based. Plant-based preparations are considered the safest, however, when they are used, an allergic reaction may occur, since there are a lot of herbs and essential oils in the composition. Such lozenges have a mild effect, relieve inflammation, soften and moisturize the mucous membrane of the throat, eliminate perspiration and relieve an attack of dry cough. The most common herbal preparations are Pectusin, Agisept.
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory base. These are drugs that simultaneously relieve pain and stop the inflammatory process. These include, T-sept.
List of the most common drugs
The choice of lozenges in pharmacies is quite wide. They differ in both price and composition. When choosing a drug, you should focus not only on the price, but also on the composition, the presence of side effects, contraindications.
Children from 3 years of age are prescribed the same drugs as adults, but at a lower dosage. For children under 3 years of age, sugar-free lozenges or syrups are recommended.
The list of the most common drugs for resorption from the throat includes:
- Strepsils. It is a popular sore throat remedy that comes in a variety of flavored lozenges. The drug contains antiseptic substances that can stop the inflammatory process, as well as effectively soften the throat and relieve pain. Pastilles that contain mint and eucalyptus can also reduce.
- Grammidin. The drug is available in the form of lozenges with a pleasant mint flavor. The tablets contain lidocaine, which quickly and effectively relieves even severe pain. Most often, the composition also includes an antibiotic, which makes the drug effective for angina. Grammidin can be prescribed to children over 6 years of age.
- . Herbal lozenges Dr. Mom contain a large number of herbs. They have a pleasant taste, quickly relieve perspiration and dryness in the throat, soften the mucous membrane, and stop bouts of dry cough. However, they are not intended for the treatment of children.
- Pharyngosept. The drug is prescribed for infectious diseases of the throat and oral cavity. It has a bacteriostatic effect, relieves inflammation. Faringosept can be taken by children from 3 years.
- . Pastilles are available in various fruit flavors. They have an antiseptic and analgesic effect. The composition includes chlorhexidine, which is a strong antiseptic. Hexoral is effective for the treatment of viral and bacterial infections. It is allowed to use for the treatment of children older than 6 years.
It is worth remembering that lozenges and lozenges for resorption are not identical. They have a different composition. There is no universal remedy for the treatment of any disease of the throat. It is necessary to select the drug taking into account the age, condition of the patient and the course of the disease.
Features of use and contraindications
Each drug has its own contraindications. These should be reviewed prior to treatment. Most resorption drugs adversely affect the condition of the stomach in case of overdose. People with gastritis or stomach ulcers should be careful about taking these pills. In case of an overdose, indigestion may occur.
Contraindication to the use of the drug is children under 3 years of age. A small child may choke on a lozenge. It also increases the risk of side effects and an allergic reaction.
In the instructions for some drugs, pregnancy and lactation are indicated as contraindications. In the first trimester of pregnancy, it is advisable to refrain from taking any medications. Further treatment should be prescribed by a doctor.
In the presence of ulcers and bleeding wounds in the mouth, lozenges for resorption cannot be used until a full examination has been completed.
To avoid overdose and the occurrence of side effects, you need to follow the rules for using lozenges:
- Tablets should not be confused with lozenges. It is permissible for an adult to dissolve no more than 6-8 lozenges per day. Overdose leads to indigestion, diarrhea, an allergic reaction.
- Pastilles should be sucked until completely dissolved. It is not recommended to swallow them whole or chew them. It is during resorption that the active substances are most effective.
- After resorption of the tablet, you should refrain from eating and drinking, smoking for about an hour. It is best to take the drug after a meal.
- As a rule, the drug is taken until the symptoms disappear. The course of treatment can last 7-10 days. If there is no effect, you need to consult a doctor and change the treatment regimen. Long-term use of the drug will lead to side effects and reduce its effectiveness.
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It is worth remembering that with all the effectiveness of local drugs, they are most often prescribed in combination with other means. Comprehensive treatment is more effective and avoids complications.
Almost any cold causes a sore throat. This symptom, in addition, may be a sign of a more serious viral illness. Before starting treatment, its cause should be determined. When choosing absorbable tablets for sore throat, it is worth considering that each remedy acts in its own way. The drugs have certain properties and have a number of contraindications. A qualified doctor will help you choose the right medicine.
How do sore throat medications work?
This type of remedy has a local effect - relieve inflammation. Often they are taken to quickly relieve an unpleasant symptom. As a rule, pain medications are prescribed for patients with acute forms of pharyngitis or tonsillitis. Substances are also effective in the presence of chronic diseases of the throat, when the focus of inflammation is constantly present. Painkillers can also be used to treat pathologies of the oral cavity (stomatitis or periodontal disease).
Absorbable tablets from a sharp sore throat not only effectively anesthetize, but also have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, healing effects. Pathogenic processes caused by harmful bacteria should be treated with antibiotics, but you should not rush into taking such serious drugs. Doctors advise you to first try to be cured with local antibacterial agents (antiseptics).
It is difficult to determine which specific infection caused the pain in the larynx. This can be found out through laboratory research. Often there is no time for this - the patient urgently needs to relieve pain. Then the doctor prescribes broad-spectrum absorbable tablets for him. They help in the shortest possible time to remove the symptom.
What components include absorbable sore throat tablets
Almost all absorbable throat tablets produce an enveloping effect. Due to this, the patient undergoes tearing, cutting sensations and irritation in the larynx. The composition of the drugs, including the main active ingredient, is significantly different. The main substance of absorbable tablets is often one of the following:
- benzydamine hydrochloride;
- dichlorobenzyl alcohol;
- ambazone monohydrate;
- amylmethacresol.
Substances have a local anesthetic effect, relieve inflammation and destroy various pathogenic bacteria. Many tablets include ascorbic acid, which stimulates the immune system. Lozenges, along with gargles and sprays, serve as first aid for quickly relieving unpleasant symptoms of a cold. The composition of complex remedies for sore throat includes a number of other components:
- local anesthetics;
- essential oils;
- deodorizing agents;
- sweeteners.
Types of lozenges for sore throat
Sore throat lozenges are an effective remedy that, in addition to fulfilling its main role, relieves inflammation. The very cause of its occurrence is removed - pathogenic bacteria, viruses. Before starting self-treatment with topical agents, the extent of the problem should be assessed. With angina, accompanied by fever, absorbable tablets can only serve as an addition to antibiotic therapy.
Antiseptics
Antiseptic tablets are prescribed for a disinfecting purpose. Taking antiseptics is often possible not only with the bacterial or viral nature of the disease, but also if the symptom arose under the influence of other pathogens. Then the throat medicine helps to soften the irritated mucous membrane of the larynx. The composition of the tablets helps relieve pain, soothe inflammation, destroy pathogenic bacteria. Take them 3-5 times a day, 1 tablet after meals. The course of treatment can be from 5 days to 3 weeks. Antiseptic drugs for sore throat include:
- "Neo-Angin";
- "Sebidin";
- "Faringosept";
- Theraflu Lar.
Analgesics
Tablets of this type for the treatment of colds should be swallowed, however, in order to quickly relieve pain, it is better to dissolve them. Analgesics will help get rid of swelling and inflammation, reduce body temperature. Means significantly alleviate the patient's condition, however, absorbable tablets do not affect the root cause of the disease. Adults are allowed to drink funds if there is no other antiseptic or antibacterial drug at hand. The daily dosage is 3 tablets, 1 at a time. The group of analgesics include:
- "Paracetamol";
- "Baralgin";
- "Eferalgan";
- Solpadein.
Combined
The peculiarity of the combined remedies lies in their multilateral action on the symptoms of a cold. Such absorbable tablets disinfect, disinfect the larynx, relieve pain and inflammation. Vitamins are added to the composition of many combined preparations to enhance the therapeutic effect. It is allowed to take absorbable tablets up to 8 times a day with an interval of 2-3 hours. A child can be given no more than 3 tablets per day. Combination drugs include:
- Strepsils;
- "Chlorophyllipt";
- "Angilex".
How to treat a child's throat
If a child has a severe sore throat, he refuses food and water, the body temperature rises, while the child becomes weaker, begins to act up - these are signs of a sore throat. The inflammatory process in the larynx always affects the vocal cords, so the baby's voice becomes hoarse. As a rule, children's angina does not last longer than 10 days. The success of the treatment of the disease depends on the timely initiation of therapy prescribed by the pediatrician. How to cure children of different ages:
- Up to 1 year. Small children from birth to 3 years of age are not given absorbable tablets for sore throats, because they are not able to keep something in their mouth for a long time. Sick babies should be given plenty of warm liquids to drink (tea with currants, raspberries, cranberries). The children's room should be constantly ventilated so that the air is often updated. A warm compress may be applied.
- Children at 2 years old. It is not worth giving your child antibacterial agents for the treatment of the throat, including local ones. As prescribed by the doctor, the baby can take Faringosept, Antiangin, Sebidin. In addition, absorbable lollipops such as Bronchicum or Doctor Mom are acceptable for young children. The use of such lozenges is allowed for the treatment of the throat for any disease that caused an unpleasant symptom.
- From 3 to 5 years. You can give your child the absorbable tablets listed above. You should regularly gargle with saline, make vodka or vinegar compresses. In the diet of a sick baby, there should not be spicy, too sour or hot food - it irritates the throat even more.
Usually, when the throat starts to hurt, itching, dryness, coughing and other unpleasant symptoms appear, we immediately rush to the pharmacy and buy a bunch of beautiful boxes with multi-colored “flukes” inside ... There are lollipops, and dragees, and tablets, and lozenges, and ointments , and creams, and sprays, and aerosols, and solutions with the taste of eucalyptus, mint, lemon, raspberry, etc. - the choice is really huge ...
Falimint- Dragee. Local reflex agent. A product with a refreshing and cooling effect for the treatment of diseases in the oral cavity and pharynx.
Pharyngosept
Strepsils- Lozenges. Antiseptic.
Koldakt Lorpils- Lollipops. Antiseptic + local anesthetic. A drug with analgesic, antibacterial and emollient action for the treatment of tonsillitis, laryngitis, stomatitis, pharyngitis, glossitis. Strepsils Plus- Spray. Antiseptic + local anesthetic.
Strepsils Plus- Lozenges. Antiseptic + local anesthetic.
Strepsils Plus- Lozenges. Antimicrobial + local anesthetic.
Suprima-ENT- Lozenges. Antiseptic.
Septolete Plus- Pastilles. Antiseptic.
Hexaspray- Spray can. Antiseptic. A drug with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and analgesic action for use in otolaryngology and dentistry.
hexalysis- Lozenges. Combination with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action. Combined preparation for local use in ENT practice and dentistry with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory action.
Septolete NEO- Pastilles. Antiseptic.
Sebidine- Lozenges. Antiseptic + vitamin.
Laripront- Lozenges. Antimicrobial, combined.
Coldrex Lari- Lollipops. Local anesthetic.
Isofra- Nasal spray. Antibiotic aminoglycoside. Bactericidal antibiotic for local use in otolaryngology.
Bioparox— Aerosol for topical application dosed. Polypeptide antibiotic.
Hexoral- Spray can. Antiseptic.
Hexoral
Stomatidin- Solution for local use. Antiseptic.
Stopangin- Solution for local use. Antiseptic. A unique drug against inflammation and sore throat.
Stopangin- Spray for local use. Antiseptic. A unique drug against inflammation and sore throat.
Kamistad— Gel. Antiseptic + local anesthetic.
Polydex — Spray nasal. Antibiotics + alpha-agonist + glucocorticoid. It has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and vasoconstrictive effects.
Pro-ambassador- spray can. Antiseptic. Contains propolis + ethyl alcohol + glycerin.
Cameton- aerosol for topical application, spray for topical application dosed. Antiseptic. Camphor + Menthol + Chlorobutanol + Eucalyptus oil.
Yoks- Solution for local use. Antiseptic. For the treatment of infections of the mouth and throat.
Yoks— Aerosol for topical application. Antiseptic. For the treatment of infections of the mouth and throat.
Sage Doctor Theiss
Septolete- Pastilles. Antiseptic.
Septolete D- Pastilles. Antiseptic.
Ascocept- Lollipops. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antitussive combined.
Rotokan- Solution. Anti-inflammatory plant.
Evamenol- Ointment. For the treatment of rhinitis.
Lugol's solution- Solution for local use. Antiseptic.
Chlorophyllipt — Solution for local use. Antiseptic.
Pinosol - Cream- Cream. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic.
Pinosol Ointment- Ointment. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic.
Pinosol Solution- Nasal drops. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic.
And many, many, many more...
But it doesn’t even occur to anyone: “Is it really medicine?” Let's figure it out...
Antiseptics — substances that kill bacteria on the surface of mucous membranes, they are powerless against viruses. Antiseptics, unlike antibiotics, have antibacterial activity only when applied externally.
Anesthetics-substances that have the ability to cause anesthesia, i.e. block nerve conduction. They soothe pain - they block the flow of pain impulses to the brain.
What could be easier? Sucked on a lollipop, killed all the germs, and the throat became healthy! But, unfortunately, practice shows that this is just an inflated myth created by advertising ...
Antiseptics are indeed able to have some effect on pathogenic bacteria - to kill or inhibit their growth, but this is possible only in the early stages of the disease, when the number of bacteria is small! In other cases, the use of antiseptics is ineffective and has only a symptomatic orientation ...
Many antiseptics contain an anesthetic that can relieve pain, but can also irritate the throat, which in turn will only make the pain worse once the anesthetic wears off! Anesthetics, unlike antiseptics, do not have an antibacterial effect, that is, they do not affect the cause of inflammation at all.
Some throat remedies contain emollients, such as honey, licorice, glycerin, which can have a “supposed” effect on the mucous membrane of the throat. They may also contain pleasant smelling and tasting ingredients such as peppermint, eucalyptus, cinnamon, lemon, cloves, anise, etc. The main effect of these preparations is that their smell and taste can make you feel better. . They can increase the flow of saliva, which in turn has a softening effect and washes the inflamed surfaces of the throat ...
...Even more ineffective are medicines containing the same ingredients, but only in liquid form, because they are swallowed directly into the stomach and can have a local effect on the throat for only a fraction of a second!
Often great importance is attached gargles antiseptic agents. Many argue that if you wash your sore throat several times a day, then all problems will be solved! By no means...
Based on my experience, I can say that the situation with gargling is the same as with the use of antibiotics - this procedure can only bring a temporary effect ... For example, as a child, I often gargled with a solution of furacilin on the recommendations of doctors. At first, it really helped me relieve exacerbations, but over time, furatsilin ceased to have any effect on my sore throat at all! This was directly related to the fact that my pathogenic bacteria became resistant (resistant) to this drug! But then I did not even guess about it, continuing wasted dilute these yellowish tablets ... Moreover, I had no idea that this even more upsets the balance of microflora between beneficial and pathogenic bacteria - enhances dysbacteriosis ...
- Each time, gargling with furacilin, chamomile, iodine, and eating Strepsils, you break the microflora!
For 11 years of my problems with my nose, throat and lungs, I have resolved, injected, poured, dripped, smeared, “rinsed” not one thousand different lollipops, dragees, tablets, lozenges, ointments, sprays, aerosols, solutions ... But apart from “temporary relief “It didn’t do me any good! Sometimes the situation reached the point of absurdity! Once, out of desperation, I took a can of Yoks aerosol and sprayed several times into each of my nasal passages ... Lord, what a wild pain it was! In the hope of getting rid of another aggravation in the nose, in the most stupid way, I only burned my mucous membrane ...
- Yoks is a drug whose active ingredient is active iodine. Intended for oral use only.
In addition to all of the above, there are many recipes for gargling with herbal infusions: chamomile, sage, nettle, oregano, thyme, calendula, etc. But from changing the places of the terms, the sum does not change ... Herbs- these are the same antiseptics, only not of chemical, but of natural origin, so there is no need to talk about their effectiveness either!
“Local” antibiotics or topical antibiotics are also among the most commonly used drugs in the treatment of inflammatory diseases of the nose and throat. At the moment, the most “promoted” of this series of drugs are Bioparox and Grammidin. Personally, I don’t know a single person (including myself) to whom they would clearly bring any benefit ... But at least I’m glad that now in the instructions for using Bioparox you can find warning:
“Bioparox should not be used for a long time, as this may lead to disruption of the normal microbial flora with the risk of spreading infection.”
And more ... IMPORTANT! Often on the Internet, in TV programs like “Malakhov +”, on the radio, as well as other “well-wishers”, this property of antiseptics to kill germs is uncontrollably exploited ... Starting from harmless advice, for example, gargle with carrot juice, vinegar solution, and ending with advice from the series “drink vodka with your nose, and after four minutes lubricate the tonsils with kerosene” ... Beware of such messages! Be careful!
