Ethacridine lactate is a substance that has a powerful antibacterial effect. It is aimed at fighting streptococci and Staphylococcus aureus. In addition, the drug has an antihelminthic effect. The solution is also used for disinfection.
Active ingredients and release form
The active ingredient of the product is ethacridine in the form of lactate. "Acricid", "Acrinoline", "Rivanol" - analogues of ethacridine lactate. The drug is commercially available in powder and tablet form.
A version of the drug is also available in the form of a 1% ointment and paste with a 5% content of the active substance. Eye drops based on ethacridine are intended for the treatment of conjunctivitis.
When the drug is prescribed
Ethacridine lactate solution prescribed for treatment:
• fresh wounds, eczema;
• infectious diseases of mucous tissues (these include rhinitis, pharyngitis, conjunctivitis);
• furunculosis;
• abscesses;
• pleurisy;
• peritonitis;
• complications of joint diseases;
• Gynecological diseases.
Dosage
Bgynecology, a diluted solution of ethacridine lactate is used.
It is generally used to improve well-being in ailments associated with the genitourinary system and vaginitis.
0, 05-0, Ethacridine lactate 2% solution is for compresses and tampons.
0, 1-0, 5% liquid is suitable for treating the pleural and abdominal cavity during surgical interventions.
Ointment with 1% content of the drug and 5% paste is prescribed for diseases of the skin and joints.
As for applying ethacridine lactate to the affected areas, you need to do this several times throughout the day. The exact amount must be prescribed by a doctor. For certain diseases of the gastrointestinal mucosa, a medicine may be prescribed in a tablet form. For internal use, the doctor may prescribe 0.03 g of the drug 3 times a day, but not more than 0.15 g per day.
Contraindications
An antiseptic like ethacridine lactate has the following limitations:
- Individual intolerance to ethacridine;
- exceeding the norm of protein in the urine.
Pharmacological effect of the drug
When used externally, the solution is absorbed by mucous tissues, resulting in a long-term effect. The peculiarity of ethacridine is that the substance does not irritate the mucous tissues and the affected areas of the epidermis. The antiseptic is characterized by a powerful photosensitizing effect.
Adverse reaction
Howas a rule, this antiseptic drug is tolerated by patients without problems. The development of an allergy during therapy is a rare occurrence. Can I drink alcohol while taking ethacridine? This question interests many. During treatment with ethacridine, alcohol should be prohibited.
More information
There are no data on overdose when using ethacridine lactate in the recommended dilutions. Pregnancy and lactation are not a contraindication to ethacridine therapy.
