Millions of different microorganisms, bacteria and viruses constantly live in the human oral cavity. However, this is quite normal. A properly functioning immune system, in combination with hygiene measures, can easily cope with them. But, unfortunately, not everyone can boast of excellent immunity today. And for those who are not included in the group of lucky ones, drugs such as Cholisal (gel) are well known. Analogues are cheaper than the original, therefore they are often used to treat viral and bacterial infections of the oral mucosa. It is these medicines that we will study in more detail.
Holisal remedy
This medication is widely used in dentistry for the treatment of diseases such as gingivitis, stomatitis, cheilitis, candidiasis, periodontitis and much more. Such a wide range of uses is due to the fact that the drug has a combined effect.
The main components of the product are choline salicylate and cetalkonium chloride. The first has an antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and local analgesic effect, the second is active against fungi, bacteria and viruses.
Use"Cholisal" (gel), analogues of the drug with an identical effect can be used by everyone. Exceptions include patients with individual intolerance to one or more components of the drug. Under the supervision of a doctor, children under one year of age should use the medicine, as well as the fair sex during pregnancy and lactation.
Medicine analogues
Let's consider each analogue separately. "Holisal" today does not have completely identical compositions. Therefore, all drug substitutes are similar to it only in pharmacological properties. So, with gingivitis, patients can be prescribed such analogues of Cholisala:
- Vokara.
- "Dentamet".
- "Anti-Angin Formula".
- Metrogil Denta.
- Kamistad.
- Novosept Forte.
- Faryngosept.
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"Dezoksinat" and others.
Holisal Gel analogues
Despite the large list of medicines similar in pharmacological properties, you cannot independently prescribe an analogue for yourself. "Cholisal", as well as formulations identical to it, must be prescribed by a doctor. After all, the reaction of the body can be unpredictable, which will lead to a lot of negative consequences.
Wokara Remedy
This medicine is widely known to the consumer as a homeopathic preparation of complex action. It is prescribed to patients who suffer from stomatitis, gingivitis, tonsillitis, etc. The complex effect of the drug is due to the properties of its main components: laconosus, belladonna, sage, snake venom and Hannemann-soluble mercury. It is used as part ofcomplex therapy of the above ailments, patients from 12 years of age. But for children who have not reached this age, as well as for mothers during lactation and pregnancy, the medicine is not recommended.
In addition to the "Vokara" remedy, the drug "Cholisal" has analogues cheaper. But, unlike this medicine, they are based on synthetic substances that have a lot of contraindications.
Means "Dentamet"
This drug is widely used in dentistry for the treatment of diseases such as gingivitis, stomatitis, periodontitis, etc. Its combined effect is due to the presence of two main active ingredients. Metronidazole binds to the DNA cells of pathogenic microorganisms and inhibits the synthesis of their nucleic acids. Chlorhexidine is a disinfectant. It is active against yeast, lipophilic viruses, dermatophytes and many other microorganisms.
Like the preparation "Cholisal" (gel), analogues of which are much cheaper, the "Dentamet" remedy is often used in dental practice. It is prescribed to patients of different ages, however, children and pregnant women are advised to use the drug with extreme caution.
Anti-Angin Formula
Has another effective analogue of "Holisal". This is the Anti-Angin Formula. It can be prescribed for infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity and pharynx. The drug is available in tablet form. It is based on three active ingredients: ascorbic acid, chlorhexidine and tetracaine. First contributesreduces the permeability of small blood vessels, resulting in reduced swelling and inflammation, and is also a cofactor in tissue regeneration and collagen synthesis. Chlorhexidine has a bacteriostatic and bactericidal effect against many gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms. But the function of the last component, tetracaine, is local anesthesia of the affected area of the mucosa.
Means "Anti-Angin Formula" is prescribed for adults and children from 5 years. But women who are carrying babies should refuse to use the medicine.
Metrogil Denta medicine
Many are forced to abandon the use of the drug "Cholisal" price. Analogues in this case, in particular, the Metrogil Denta remedy, are an alternative. This medication is also available in the form of a gel and is widely used in dental practice for the treatment and prevention of ailments such as stomatitis, gingivitis and others. It contains chlorhexidine and metronidazole in its base, which can cope with many pathogens.
The medicine is prescribed to patients from the age of 6, provided there is no individual intolerance to the main components. In isolated cases, the use of the drug can cause allergic reactions, manifested in the form of itching and urticaria, as well as headaches. If any of the side effects occur, you should immediately contact your doctor.
Drug "Kamistad"
Has another analogue of "Holisal". It must be aboutknow - this is Kamistad gel. This combined remedy has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. The main components of the gel are chamomile tincture and lidocaine.
Due to the fact that even babies from 3 months old can use the remedy, it is very famous among mothers. After all, teething in crumbs is a very painful process. And this drug can reduce pain and reduce inflammation.
Drug "Novosept Forte"
Like Cholisal, cheap analogues should be prescribed exclusively by a doctor. After all, many of them are intended for the treatment of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity and pharynx only in adults. Any of these medicines has a significant list of contraindications. One of these medicines is Novosept Forte, which is available in the form of lozenges.
This remedy has a local anesthetic, antifungal and bactericidal effect. Contraindications to taking the medication are children's age, lactation and pregnancy, acute liver or kidney failure, allergies, as well as a violation of the integrity of the mucous membranes.
Drug "Pharingosept"
This medicine does not need additional advertising, as it has a fairly high demand. This is explained by the fact that the drug is widely used both in dentistry and in ENT practice. It is prescribed for the treatment of acute forms of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the larynx and oral cavity, such as tonsillitis, stomatitis, gingivitis andothers
As for contraindications to taking the medicine, there are only two of them. The first is children under 3 years of age, and the second is individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
Which analogue to choose?
Since the price makes many people refuse to use the Cholisal drug, analogues will be the right option for resolving the issue. After all, a 10-gram tube in a pharmacy often costs more than 350 rubles. However, it is very difficult, and wrong, to choose such products among the modern assortment on your own. It is better to entrust this choice to a specialist who will correctly establish the diagnosis and select the most suitable drug therapy for each patient. Only with the help of an experienced doctor can we avoid many negative consequences and quickly cope with the disease.
