Antibacterial drugs are the basis of the treatment of all infectious processes. They are used both for therapy and for prevention, for example, after surgical procedures to prevent infection. Before using them, you should read the list of contraindications and side effects. What drugs are included in this group?
Medicines
The use of antibiotics requires adherence to a number of rules that guarantee effective treatment. First of all, it is necessary to follow the multiplicity of application - a certain interval must be maintained between doses. This will allow the body to receive the required dosage regularly. Also, do not self-medicate with antibiotics. There is a risk of choosing the wrong drug that will not give the desired effect, as well as the wrong dosage.
As a result of this, antibiotics will enter the body, but will not give any result. On the contrary, the body will become accustomed to them, which will complicate further treatment. This increases the risk of complications and adverse outcome of the disease. Therapy of infections in pregnant women requires special attention. A number of drugs in this group are contraindicated for them, andtreatment is possible only if there are strict indications. During lactation, you should stop using this type of medication.
Bactroban ointment is very popular (the price is higher than that of analogues). Its active ingredient is mupirocin, which belongs to the group of antibiotics. Due to it, the drug has a pronounced bactericidal activity, that is, it contributes to the death of bacterial cells, suppressing their pathogenic effects. This effect is provided by the suppression of the enzyme isoleucine-transfer-RNA synthetase, as a result of which protein synthesis stops in the cells of microorganisms. Such an unusual mechanism for the drug does not exclude combinations with other antibiotics - they will not have an undesirable effect on each other. The ointment is active against a wide range of bacteria, which makes it universal. Any analogue of "Bactroban" has a similar antibacterial effect.
Indications
Antibacterial activity allows the use of the ointment for many diseases, as well as for prevention. Among the indications for use:
- staphylococcal carriage;
- skin infections (folliculitis, impetigo, boils);
- infected eczema;
- injuries that could get infected;
- small burns;
- prevention of infection in the presence of small wounds and cuts.
It is for the treatment of such pathologies that Bactroban is prescribed. Its price is 400-500 rubles.
Contraindications
The ointment is completely safe - it does nottoxic and irritant. However, an absolute contraindication to its use is an allergic reaction. It manifests itself in the form of urticaria - there is itching and redness of the skin, rashes are possible. If such signs are detected, it is necessary to stop using the medicine. A test for the presence of an allergy is the application of a small amount of ointment to the skin of the elbow and further observation. If there are no symptoms of hypersensitivity, you can continue to use.
In addition, it is not recommended to apply the ointment during pregnancy, although it does not penetrate into the systemic circulation. No direct teratogenic effects have been identified, but safety for the fetus has not been fully proven.
Side effect
Such effects occur very rarely, but there is a small probability. These include itching and burning, as well as dryness at the site of application. In the presence of an allergy, a rash appears. A systemic allergic reaction in the form of rhinitis is also possible.
"Bactroban" nasal: instructions
Ointment is most often used intranasally, applied inside the nostrils or on damaged skin. The course is about a week, it is recommended to use 2-3 times a day. When used on the skin, it is possible to apply an aseptic dressing, if necessary. It is acceptable to use the ointment for liver failure, while using the standard dosage. If there is severe renal insufficiency, it is better to abandon the drug, since the polyethylene glycol that is part of it willbe adsorbed, and its excretion from the body is impaired.
After use, wash your hands well to avoid getting the ointment in your eyes. If the ointment gets on their mucous membranes, they should be washed with plenty of water.
Floracid is an analogue of Bactroban
The basis of the drug is levofloxacin, which has a pronounced antimicrobial effect. The drug is a broad-spectrum antibiotic and is available in the form of tablets. The action is based on blocking the enzyme DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, due to which DNA synthesis is inhibited. Severe morphological disturbances are formed in the membrane and cytoplasm, which leads to cell death. The list of microorganisms against which the drug works is very large, it includes both gram-positive, gram-negative and anaerobic organisms. "Floracid" (the price depends on the place of purchase) is an excellent and effective remedy.
Among the indications for use are bacterial diseases of the respiratory tract, as well as prostatitis of an infectious nature, skin and abdominal infections, pathologies of the kidneys and urinary tract. Do not use the medicine for epilepsy, pregnancy, early treatment with quinolones and allergies. In addition, the drug is contraindicated in individuals under 18 years of age.
The drug has a large number of side effects - nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, paresthesia and agitation. Rarely, hypoglycemia, tachycardia, and hypotension may occur. On the part of hematopoiesis, leukopenia andeosinophilia. In the presence of severe side effects, you should stop taking the drug and choose some other medicine. How much does Floracid cost? The price is approximately 600 rubles.
Ecoball
This analogue of "Baktroban" differs in ingestion. The drug belongs to acid-resistant antibiotics with a wide spectrum of action. It is included in the group of semi-synthetic penicillins. The action of this drug is to inhibit transpeptidase, which prevents the formation of the supporting protein of the bacterial wall - peptidoglycan. As a result, during the reproduction period, bacterial cells undergo lysis. Like all antibiotics, it is used to treat infectious diseases.
They produce "Ecobol" (the price is variable) in the form of tablets. They are used internally both before and after meals, this does not affect their effect. Among the side effects, an allergic reaction is common. Other rare events include headache, eosinophilia, joint damage, diarrhea, stomatitis.
It is not recommended to take this medicine during pregnancy, as there is a possibility of adverse effects on the fetus. Treatment is allowed only under the strict supervision of a physician in the presence of strict indications. Many people choose Ecobol for treatment, its price is 60-120 rubles.
Ecositrin
This is an antibiotic belonging to the group of macrolides and azalides. The active ingredient is clarithromycin. Produced in the form of tablets. The components of the drug can bind to ribosome subunits, blocking the synthesisbacterial cell protein. The drug is contraindicated in allergies, porphyria, lactation and pregnancy. Such an analogue of "Bactroban" has a wider spectrum of action. Specialists often prescribe "Ekozitrin" (instruction included, dosage is set only by a doctor).
Antibacterial drugs are needed to treat infectious diseases. The selection of the necessary drug, as a rule, is carried out empirically. In the absence of the effect of one drug, it is replaced by some other. It is also possible to conduct special tests to determine the sensitivity. Antibiotics are actively used in all areas of medicine.
