Indications for use of Panavir spray, composition of the drug, what can replace it

Characteristics of the drug

The scope of the drug Panavir spray is incredibly large – the medicine is suitable for the treatment of viruses, infections and fungal diseases.

The tool actively fights against stomatitis and herpes, and the drug is also taken in a complex for ARVI and sexually transmitted infections.

Chemical composition

Active substances: Panavir (potato shoot polysaccharides) and eucalyptus oil. Excipients: polyethylene glycol, lanthanum nitrate, sodium hydroxide, hydrogenated castor oil, water.

Release form and packaging

Panavir oral spray is presented in the form of a bottle with a volume of 40 ml.

Pharmacological properties

As part of the spray, polysaccharides of potato shoots are used, which have anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antiviral , regenerating, wound-healing effects. During application, it gives a long-term protective effect and accelerates the recovery of the mucosal epithelium.

Panavir spray:

• inhibits the reproduction of the virus and prevents its penetration into blood cells;
• reduces inflammation and soreness;
• has an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, healing effect;
• has an immunomodulatory effect.

Manufacturer

Spray “Panavir” is produced by ZAO Zelenaya Dubrava, located in the Moscow region, Dmitrov.

Prescribing a medication, is it suitable for hygiene of intimate areas?

The drug is prescribed as a source of hydroxycinnamic acids. Spray support the shell of the oral cavity in a normal functional state. Panavir is advised to take at the first symptoms of colds.

Panavir for intimate areas is used to prevent infectious and inflammatory diseases, which can be caused by genital herpes, HPV, cytomegalovirus infection.

How to use intimate spray, instructions for use

The contents of the spray bottle are a white homogeneous medicine with a non-standard odor. The bottle is equipped with a long nozzle for easy intracavitary use.

It is necessary to use a spray for intimate areas as prescribed by a doctor, observing some rules:

• shake the bottle before use;
• when spraying the product, keep the bottle in an upright position;
• using the drug on the outer parts of the body, the nozzle should be brought to the treated area and pressed 2 times;
• it is worth using a special nozzle, which is sold together with the product, for vaginal use;
• to enter the drug, you need to lie on your back, insert the nozzle into the vagina and press the valve several times, after which you need to be in a horizontal position for about 10-15 minutes;
• the procedure should be repeated 4 times a day.

After eliminating the symptoms of the disease, it is not recommended to immediately stop taking the drug. Doctors advise continuing treatment  for another 3-7 days to avoid recurrence.

In order for the spray to be effective, it must be used from the onset of symptoms of the disease until they are completely eliminated. If the medicine has not been used for a long time, the nebulizer may dry out. In this case, it is placed in warm water and pressed several times.

special instructions

Spray Panavir is suitable for daily use. With unprotected sexual intercourse with an unfamiliar partner, the medicine is used before and after sex.

During pregnancy and lactation

Studies have not revealed adverse effects on the body of a pregnant woman and the development and growth of the fetus. Due to the absence of embryotoxic, mutagenic and carcinogenic effects in the active substance, Panavir can be used during pregnancy and lactation.

Application in childhood

Spray Panavir is used in combination with other drugs for therapeutic treatment, however, the instructions from the manufacturer indicate that it should be prescribed to children from 1 year and older. The duration of treatment occurs until the complete elimination of the disease.

Despite the fact that Panavir Inlight is a mild drug, children can only be used as prescribed by the attending pediatrician. The drug is taken during:

• tonsillitis, pharyngitis and other painful diseases in the throat;
• runny nose;
• stomatitis;
• herpes;
• depriving;
• insect bites;
• as a prevention of colds.

The treatment regimen is determined by the attending physician, but the manufacturer indicates the following dosages for children:

• SARS – 2-3 times a day, several clicks on the sprayer;
• with viral sore throat and other severe forms of the disease, the dosage can be increased up to 4-5 times a day, but as directed by a doctor;
• during prophylaxis and the onset of symptoms – 2 times a day;
• for stomatitis, herpes, insect bites and lichen, the remedy is applied to the affected areas twice a day.

Recommendations for use:

1. Use the medicine after consulting a pediatrician.
2. Not to be used by children under 1 year of age.
3. Follow the expiration date of the drug and do not use after the end of its action.

Side effects on the body

When using Panavir to treat the external genitalia and mucous membranes of the mouth, redness of the skin may appear, and the drug can also cause itching in those places where the remedy was applied.

Experts say that the side effects are temporary and quickly disappear within a day without the help of other drugs. In general, both the spray and Panavir tablets are well tolerated by patients and rarely cause unpleasant effects.

Interoperability and Compatibility

When a sick person takes medicine, he must know whether it is worth taking with other drugs or alcoholic beverages and what consequences may occur.

With alcoholic drinks

Drinking drinks containing alcohol while using the spray is not recommended. The active substance “Panavir” enhances the negative effect of alcohol on the body.

With pharmaceuticals

No adverse effects have been identified during use with other drugs.

Contraindications

The drug is not recommended for use in case of individual intolerance to active or excipients. Completely contraindicated in people with severe kidney disease.

Terms of dispensing from pharmacies

Panavir spray can be purchased at the pharmacy without a prescription.

Product price category

On average, the cost of the drug is 350 rubles.

Analogues, what can be replaced?

Currently, there are no funds that are completely similar in composition to Panavir Spray. However, sometimes Epigen intim gel spray is prescribed as an analogue , which is classified as an antiviral herbal medicine, but licorice extract is used as an active ingredient.

Patient reviews and doctors’ opinion

After analyzing the reviews about the drug, most of them are positive. Patients note that the drug effectively fights colds, relieving unpleasant sore throat after a few applications.

Using Panavir spray in intimate areas, it eliminates discomfort in these places after intercourse, and also takes care of the skin. Some women claim that the spray helped get rid of thrush.