Drops for maxillary sinusitis

Sinusitis drops are a medicine that helps eliminate the symptoms of the inflammatory disease and speeds up the treatment process. Let's consider the types of drops for the treatment of sinusitis, the most popular drugs and their principle of action.

Sinusitis is an inflammatory process occurring in the mucous membrane of the maxillary sinus and the bone wall. Due to swelling of the mucous membrane, the maxillary sinuses are filled with mucus, which leads to inflammation and, as a result, sinusitis. The disease can occur in an acute form, that is, be a complication of rhinitis, and in a chronic form. The main symptoms of the disease are severe headache and toothache, difficulty breathing, and painful sensations in the maxillary sinuses.

• Sinusitis occurs due to an infection that spreads from the nose or through the bloodstream to the maxillary sinuses. The disease can appear due to complications of acute respiratory viral infections, flu, runny nose, allergies. Damage to the structure of the nose, inflammation in the upper teeth and polyps are also causes of sinusitis.
• If the disease is mild, then medication and folk remedies are used. If sinusitis is severe, then surgical puncture is performed. In addition, patients are prescribed antibiotics in drops and tablets, which speed up the recovery process.

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Indications for the use of drops for sinusitis

Indications for the use of drops for sinusitis depend on the form of inflammation of the nasal sinuses and the composition of the drug. The main indications for the use of drops for sinusitis are allergic and inflammatory processes that develop in the respiratory tract. These drugs can be used to treat not only sinusitis, but also the common cold, i.e. rhinitis.

Very often drops for sinusitis are prescribed for the treatment of chronic and acute forms of sinusitis. Drops can be used for the prevention and treatment of complicated forms of sinusitis. Inflammatory processes in the maxillary sinuses are treated with drops with antibiotics and antibacterial drugs.

These medications can be used as an independent therapy or as part of a treatment complex. Most drops for sinusitis do not cause allergic reactions or severe side effects, so they are well tolerated. Drops for sinusitis are prescribed for patients with a weakened immune system and for those who do not tolerate medication well.

Release form

The form of release of drops for sinusitis largely determines the effectiveness of the drug. Depending on the form of the disease, the age of the patient and the characteristics of the body, drugs for the treatment of sinusitis are released in the form of drops and nasal spray, tablets and syrup for oral administration.

Both drops and spray are nasal remedies for sinusitis that need to be instilled into the nose. Before use, these medications need to be shaken, as they may leave sediment. The dosage and duration of use are selected by an ENT doctor, individually for each patient. Drops are the most effective and preferred form of release of drugs for sinusitis.

If other forms of medications are prescribed for the treatment of sinusitis, they are used in combination with nasal drops. As with the use of drops, the doctor prescribes the rules for taking and the course of treatment of other drugs.

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Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics of drops for sinusitis largely determines the principle of action of the drug and the effectiveness of its components. Let's consider the pharmacodynamics of nasal drops for sinusitis using the example of the drug Pharmazoline.

Farmazolin is a drop for symptomatic treatment of patients with acute rhinitis, allergic lesions of the mucous membrane of the nasal sinuses, sinusitis and maxillary sinusitis, which are accompanied by difficult nasal breathing. The drops can be used to treat otitis media, edema of the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx, during preventive, diagnostic and surgical manipulations in the nasopharynx.

They are non-selective α-adrenomimetic agents that constrict the mucous membrane vessels and reduce inflammation. After getting on the nasal mucosa, the drug has an anti-edematous effect, reduces the discharge of purulent fluid from the nose, facilitates nasal breathing and reduces blood flow in the venous sinuses.

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics of drops for sinusitis are the processes that occur with the drops after they enter the nasal sinuses. Pharmazoline is a drop for sinusitis used to treat patients with swelling and hyperemia of the mucous membranes of the nose and nasopharynx of various etiologies.

Pharmacokinetics of Farmazolin drops indicate that after application to mucous membranes, the drug has a local effect. The therapeutic effect of the drug begins 10-15 minutes after application and lasts for 5-6 hours. In cases of overdose, Farmazolin is well removed with warm water, for this it is necessary to thoroughly rinse the nasal sinuses.

Nasal drops for sinusitis

Nasal drops for sinusitis help to get rid of nasal congestion and painful symptoms of the disease. Despite the fact that the drops contain active medicinal components, the drug only allows you to temporarily get rid of the symptoms of the disease. Nasal drops for sinusitis must be used correctly, before using them, it is recommended to clear the nasal passages. Sea or simple iodized salt dissolved in boiled water is suitable for these purposes.

Today, there are many drugs on the pharmaceutical market that help treat inflammatory processes in the nasal sinuses. But when using drops for sinusitis, you need to follow a certain sequence. It is better to instill vasoconstrictor drugs first, as they relieve swelling of the nasal mucosa, but have a number of undesirable consequences. The most popular vasoconstrictor drops for sinusitis: Naphthyzinum, Sanorin, Dlanos, Galazolin, Tizin, Nazol and others. It is worth remembering that such drugs can be used for no longer than 5 days.

After using vasoconstrictor drops, it is necessary to use drops for sinusitis with antibiotics. The second drug can be used 20-30 minutes after the first instillation of the nose. Since the concentration of antibiotic in the drugs is low, they will not have a detrimental effect on harmful microflora, but will improve the general condition and nasal breathing. If sinusitis is chronic, then most likely addiction to the drops has developed and the desired therapeutic effect will not be achieved. That is why nasal drops for sinusitis are best used only as prescribed by a doctor.

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Antibiotics for sinusitis in drops

Antibiotics for sinusitis in drops help fight pathogenic microorganisms that lead to the progression of the disease. If a person is healthy, then his maxillary sinuses are sterile, but due to obstruction of drainage pathways, changes in the amount and quality of mucus, the nasal sinuses are colonized by pathogenic microorganisms.

In most cases, the infection that causes sinusitis has a mixed origin, that is, the number of pathogens is more than one. The main pathogens of sinusitis (an inflammatory process in the maxillary sinuses):

• Staphylococci, Staphylococcus aureus, coagulase-negative Staphylococcus and others.
• Streptococci and corynebacteria.
• Moraxella and Fusobacteria
• Peptostreptococci and Haemophilus influenzae.

The inflammatory process in sinusitis is accompanied by bacterial infection, which is why antibiotic drops are needed. Since the body is unable to cope with pathogenic microorganisms on its own, antibiotics stop the inflammatory process in the maxillary sinuses. There are rules for selecting drugs for the treatment of sinusitis. Thus, all antibacterial drops are divided into three large groups.

1. First line drugs

This category includes the products that are used first. Such antibiotics are especially effective against sinusitis. The main active ingredients of first-line antibacterial drops are amoxicillin, azithromycin, and clarithromycin.

2. Second line drugs

The second line of drugs for sinusitis is suitable for treating patients with resistant microorganisms. Such drugs belong to the reserve group and are used after the drugs of the first group. The main antibiotics of the second line are: fluoroquinolones, amoxicillin with clavulanic acid, cephalosporin antibiotics.

3. Third line drug

Such medications are prescribed for patients with advanced chronic sinusitis. This group includes not only medications, but also injection antibiotics for sinusitis. The most popular drugs in this group are: Gentamicin, Ceftriaxone, Meropenem and others.

Selection of effective drops with antibiotics for sinusitis is the task of a laryngo-otorhinologist. Local preparations, that is, sprays and drops in the nose, which contain antibacterial substances, do not penetrate the maxillary sinuses. Therefore, the use of such drugs is not effective. This suggests that in chronic and acute sinusitis, treatment with drops alone is ineffective. For complete treatment, it is recommended to use tablets and injections.

Independent selection of drops with antibiotics for sinusitis can lead to very serious complications of the disease. Therefore, at the first symptoms of inflammation of the maxillary sinuses, it is necessary to seek medical help. The doctor will diagnose the disease, take tests and prescribe effective treatment.

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Complex drops for sinusitis

Complex drops for sinusitis are medicines with two or more components. Such medicines are used to treat runny nose, sinusitis, eye and ear diseases. Complex drops are prepared according to a doctor's prescription at a pharmacy or independently at home, using purchased components. Complex drops for sinusitis may include such components as: antibiotics, antiseptics, antihistamines, glucocorticosteroids. Let's consider each of the components in more detail:

• Vasoconstrictors – used to eliminate swelling of the nasal mucosa, which leads to a feeling of nasal congestion. Vasoconstrictors can contain very aggressive components, the long-term use of which leads to an increase in blood pressure
• Antiseptics and antibiotics – used to kill bacteria and viruses in the nose and paranasal sinuses. For example, the antibiotic gentamicin can lead to hearing loss, so it is not used in the preparation of complex drops for sinusitis for children.
• Antihistamines - most often used is diphenhydramine, which is an anti-allergic component.
• Glucocorticosteroids are hormonal substances (dexamethasone, hydrocortisone) with anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects. They are well absorbed by the nasal mucosa, enter the systemic bloodstream, but can have a negative systemic effect.

In complex drops for sinusitis, all the above components interact with each other and affect the mucous membrane of the nose. The mucous membrane is a thin and delicate organ, which, thanks to the ciliated epithelium, is in constant motion. The main disadvantage of complex nasal drops is that they have never undergone clinical trials that could confirm their safety and effectiveness. This is why side effects occur after using such drops. Many ENT doctors advise avoiding the use of complex drops for sinusitis and using clinically tested forms that can be purchased at a pharmacy.

Composition of complex drops for sinusitis

The composition of complex drops for sinusitis allows you to find out about the effectiveness of the drug. The composition of complex drops includes several components. The drug is prepared according to a doctor's prescription in a pharmacy or at home. The ENT indicates the dosage of all components and the duration of treatment.

The composition of complex drops for sinusitis includes:

• Vasoconstrictors – effectively relieve swelling of the mucous membrane of the nasal sinuses.
• Antibiotics and antiseptic components – destroy bacteria and microbes in the nose.
• Hormonal substances to reduce inflammation and the risk of allergies.
• Antihistamine components are anti-allergenic components of complex drops for the treatment of sinusitis.

The principle of operation of complex drops for sinusitis is aimed at a comprehensive effect and a quick therapeutic effect. But in fact, the therapeutic effect depends on the composition of the drops. Particular attention should be paid to vasoconstrictor drugs and hormonal components, which can lead to side effects. Complex drops cannot be stopped immediately, it is necessary to gradually reduce the dosage. All this suggests that the effect of using complex drops for the treatment of sinusitis can be instantaneous, but the duration of the therapeutic effect is not always positive.

Vasoconstrictor drops for sinusitis

Vasoconstrictor drops for sinusitis are an effective remedy used for sinusitis and other diseases accompanied by inflammation of the nasal sinuses. Such drugs relieve swelling of the nasal mucosa and ease difficulty breathing. The most popular drugs in this group are: Naphthyzinum, Nazivin, Sanorin. Their action is aimed at narrowing the blood vessels, of which there are many in the mucous membrane. Narrowing the vessels reduces the amount of nasal discharge, makes breathing easier and relieves swelling.

Vasoconstrictor drops for sinusitis are used for symptomatic treatment of the disease. Isofra, herbal drops Sinuforte and sympathomimetic drugs – Rinofluimucil have vasoconstrictor properties. Such drugs facilitate mucus removal, have not only symptomatic, but also etiotropic and anti-inflammatory effects. Vasoconstrictor drops are taken only as prescribed by a doctor and for no longer than 6-7 days, since drugs of this group are addictive and greatly dry out the mucous membrane of the nasal sinuses.

The medicine is contraindicated for use by patients with high blood pressure, hypersensitivity to the active ingredients of vasoconstrictor drugs, with severe atherosclerosis, atrophic rhinitis, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus and increased pressure in the eye. In some cases, the drops cause side effects that manifest as dryness, burning and itching in the nose. Side effects increase with prolonged use of the drug. In rare cases, vasoconstrictor drops lead to severe headaches, increased heart rate, nausea, sleep disorders.

Drops for chronic sinusitis

Drops for chronic sinusitis are part of the complex treatment of the disease, since these drugs alone are not able to cure sinusitis. As a rule, chronic sinusitis is treated by rinsing the paranasal sinuses, possibly piercing, that is, acupuncture. A full course of treatment takes up to two weeks. Treatment is outpatient, but in particularly severe cases, hospitalization is possible.

For the treatment of chronic sinusitis, in addition to drops, patients are prescribed antipyretic drugs, antibiotics, vitamins and hyposensitizing agents. Of the nasal drops, vasoconstrictors are used, which effectively eliminate swelling. If chronic sinusitis is of an allergic nature, then antihistamines, specific and non-specific hyposensitizing agents are used for treatment.

Chronic sinusitis has several forms, for the treatment of each of them certain drops and other medications are selected. The symptoms of sinusitis depend on the form of the disease.

• Exudative form - accompanied by prolonged bilateral runny nose, purulent and watery discharge.
• Purulent form - nasal discharge has an unpleasant odor and causes pain when blowing your nose.
• Catarrhal form - discharge is viscous, mucous, causes breathing problems. With this form of sinusitis, vomiting may occur.
• Serous form - watery exudate, difficulty breathing through the nose, constant headache

In mild forms of chronic sinusitis, conservative methods are used for treatment: these medications and rinsing. As a rule, patients are prescribed the following drugs: Asinis, Sinupret, Cinnabsin, as well as the introduction of antibacterial and antifungal agents. In chronic sinusitis, which is accompanied by painful sensations, patients undergo surgical treatment, after which nasal drops are prescribed for prevention and speedy recovery.

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Names of drops for sinusitis

The names of drops for sinusitis allow each patient to choose a medicine that is suitable both in cost and in medicinal composition. Today, the pharmacological market offers many drugs for the treatment of sinusitis that have a complex effect.

• Sinuforte

Drops for sinusitis based on the plant extract of cyclamen. The principle of action of the drug is based on the irritation of sensitive receptors, which causes reflex hypersecretion in the mucous membrane of the nasal sinuses. The use of drops helps to normalize the viscosity of the secretion, has an anti-edematous effect and improves blood microcirculation in the mucous membrane of the nose.

• Polydex

A combination drug with the active ingredients neomycin and polymyxin. It has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. The drops are effective in the treatment and prevention of any form of sinusitis, especially chronic.

• Vasoconstrictor drops

Nasal topical agents that facilitate the breathing process. The most popular drugs in this category are: Naphthyzinum, Xylen, Galazolin, Rinostop, Otrivin, Nazol, Sanorin, Vibrocil. Such drugs are effective only in the first days of treatment, so they should not be used longer than 7 days. As a rule, vasoconstrictor drops for sinusitis include the following active ingredients: phenylephrine, xylometazoline, oxymetazoline.

The active components of the drugs stimulate the adrenoreceptors of the mucous membrane of the nasal sinuses, which leads to a decrease in swelling. This leads to the outflow of fluid from the maxillary sinuses and the normalization of breathing. With prolonged use, they cause inflammation and swelling of the mucous membrane of the nose, that is, they contribute to the development of rhinitis.

• Nasal drops with antibiotics

Antibacterial drops, released in the form of a spray. The most popular drug in this category is Isofra. The product contains framecitit, which has a bactericidal effect and destroys harmful microorganisms. Drops can be used as a means for rinsing the nasal sinuses. Isofra is not prescribed to patients with increased sensitivity to aminoglycosides. Side effects manifest themselves in the form of allergic reactions. If the spray is used longer than the recommended period, this leads to a violation of the natural microflora in the nasopharynx.

There are many drugs for sinusitis, which have different mechanisms of action and forms of release. Drops for sinusitis effectively eliminate the symptoms of the disease, but do not affect the harmful microorganisms that cause inflammation. That is why for the complex treatment of sinusitis, not only these drugs are used, but also injections, tablets, syrups and other means.

Sinuforte drops for sinusitis

This is an effective medicine intended for the treatment of inflammatory processes in the paranasal sinuses. These medicines have a plant base and are made from cyclamen juice. After getting on the nasal mucosa, they help remove purulent discharge, relieve swelling and normalize the viscosity of the exudate.

• The main indications for the use of Sinuforte: treatment and prevention of chronic and acute sinusitis, catarrhal, purulent, chronic sinusitis. Drops are used in rehabilitation therapy after endoscopic operations.
• Sinuforte is prescribed to patients aged 12 years and over. It is recommended to spray 2-3 drops into each nostril. One spray of the drug is 0.13 ml, i.e. a single dose of the drug is 1.3 ml. A bottle of prepared Sinuforte contains 38 doses for instillation. Instillation is done every morning or every other day for 6-8 days.
• To prepare drops, the bottle with powder must be mixed with a solvent. The preparation must be shaken well until the components of the product are completely dissolved.
• Side effects of Sinuforte cause burning in the nasopharynx, short-term reddening of the face, tears and salivation. In rare cases, the drops cause headaches and pink nasal discharge. If the drops get on the mucous membrane of the eyes, this leads to severe irritation and acute conjunctivitis.
• Sinuforte is contraindicated for use in arterial hypertension, acute allergic reactions, cystic polypous rhinosinusitis, and individual intolerance to the components of the drug. Sinuforte is prohibited for use during pregnancy and lactation.
• Sinuforte for sinusitis is prohibited to be administered into the nasal cavity simultaneously with local anesthetics. It is allowed to be used simultaneously with decongestants and antibacterial drops.
• If the recommended dosage is not followed and the drops are used longer than the recommended period, pain and burning in the nasopharynx may occur. Increased dosages of Sinuforte do not improve the therapeutic properties of the drug. To treat an overdose, rinse the throat and nasal passages with warm boiled water.

Cyclamen drops for sinusitis

They are a herbal medicine. Cyclamen is a perennial herbaceous plant, in medicine, cyclamen extract is used to treat sinusitis and sinusitis. Drops can be prepared at home from the tubers of the plant or purchased in a pharmacy.

The peculiarity of ready-made Cyclamen drops for sinusitis is that they have a high concentration, which has a therapeutic effect that is impossible to achieve at home. To treat sinusitis, it is necessary to instill every morning before breakfast, 1-2 drops in each nostril. For instillation, it is recommended to take a horizontal position and lie down for 10-15 minutes after instillation. After this, you need to drink a glass of warm herbal tea or infusion, tea with lemon and viburnum will do.

The treatment is carried out in cycles, after 2-3 days of instillation, purulent discharge will come from the nose. The course of treatment is 7 days, after which it is necessary to take a week's break and conduct two more treatment courses in a row. Repeated treatment can be carried out no earlier than after 2 months. Effective for hypertension, allergies, sinusitis, pus in the nasal sinuses and osteochondrosis. With the blood flow, the drops get to the affected area and spread throughout the body. The drug is contraindicated for the treatment of sinusitis in children and pregnant women.

Rinofluimucil drops for sinusitis

This is a combination of acetylcysteine and tuaminoheptane, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. The drug acts locally, does not enter the systemic bloodstream and does not have a systemic effect.

• The main indications for the use of Rinofluimucil drops: acute, chronic, vasomotor rhinitis, sinusitis, purulent, acute and chronic sinusitis. It is administered using a special aerosol. Adults are prescribed 2 doses 3-4 times a day, for children the dosage is selected individually. In this case, the course of treatment should not exceed 7 days.
• Side effects of the drug are manifested as increased heart rate, high blood pressure. Local side effects are possible: dryness of the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx, urinary disorders, allergic reactions and addiction.
• Rinofluimucil is contraindicated in cases of intolerance to one of the components of the drug, in case of closed-angle glaucoma, thyrotoxicosis and when taking MAO inhibitors. It is used with special caution for the treatment of sinusitis in patients with bronchial asthma, arterial hypertension and during pregnancy.
• An overdose of the drug causes tremors of the limbs, high blood pressure, anxiety. There is no specific antidote, so if such symptoms occur, you should stop using the drops.

Sinupret drops for sinusitis

It is an expectorant, anti-inflammatory and sputum thinning agent. Sinupret is prescribed for acute and chronic respiratory diseases, sputum formation, inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, chronic and acute sinusitis.

Side effects of the drug cause heartburn, mild nausea, and in some cases vomiting. Sinupret for sinusitis is contraindicated for the treatment of sinusitis in children under two years of age. The drug is prescribed with special caution during pregnancy and only after the doctor's permission.

Polydex drops for sinusitis

It is a combination of three active ingredients: neomycin, dexamethasone, and polymyxin. This composition has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

• The main indications for the use of Polydex: external and middle otitis, eczema of the auditory canal. Effective in the treatment of inflammatory processes in the nasal sinuses, that is, sinusitis. For adult patients, 1-5 drops are prescribed 1-2 times a day, the duration of treatment is 5-10 days. When using drops in children, the doctor prescribes 1-2 drops 2 times a day, the course of treatment is 5-10 days.
• Side effects of drops cause allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, headache. Polydex for sinusitis is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to one of the components of the drug and in case of damage to the eardrum of traumatic or infectious origin.
• Polydex is used with special caution during pregnancy, as the drug can be dangerous for fetal development. To date, there have been no cases of overdose with drops for the treatment of sinusitis. The drug is used only as prescribed by a doctor.

Chinese drops for sinusitis

They are represented by a wide range of medicines that allow you to effectively cure any form of sinusitis, rhinitis and sinusitis. Chinese drops are made from herbal ingredients that gently and effectively eliminate nasal congestion and wash the sinuses. The drugs help fight allergic rhinitis.

Some of the most popular Chinese drops for sinusitis: Yansuan naijiazuolin di bi ye. Some drops are made according to ancient Chinese recipes and enriched with oxygen, which has a beneficial effect on the mucous membranes of the nasal sinuses, normalizes blood circulation, removes purulent and other secretions that interfere with normal breathing. Some drops are sold without a prescription and have a minimum of side effects and contraindications.

Vibrocil drops for sinusitis

This is a vasoconstrictor drug used to treat lesions of the nasal mucosa. Provides immediate vasoconstrictor action, affecting the plexus of the paranasal sinuses and mucous membrane. The drug reduces the amount of discharge, improves the functions of the ciliated epithelium and has an anti-allergic effect. Vibrocil is a local drug, so its effectiveness largely depends on the dosage, that is, the concentration of the active substances of the drops in the blood.

• Main indications for use of the drug: treatment and prevention of respiratory colds accompanied by swelling of the nasal mucosa. Acute and chronic sinusitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, polysinusitis. It is used before preparation for therapeutic and diagnostic manipulations in the nasal cavity, during surgical interventions and in the postoperative period.
• Vibrocil is prescribed to both adults and children. For pediatric patients, it is recommended to instill 1-2 drops in each nostril 3-4 times a day. For adults, 3-5 drops 3-4 times a day. The duration of treatment should not exceed 5-7 days.
• Side effects of drops for sinusitis are manifested as a burning sensation and dryness in the nasal sinuses. Vibrocil is contraindicated for use in case of individual intolerance to the drug, with atrophic rhinitis and in patients under 6 years of age. It is not recommended to use during pregnancy and lactation.
• Overdose of Vibrocil causes sleep disturbances, increased fatigue, abdominal pain, pale skin and mucous membranes. There is no specific antidote for overdose treatment, so symptomatic therapy is used.

Homeopathic drops for sinusitis

Homeopathic drops for sinusitis are modern drugs that are becoming increasingly popular every day. Homeopathic remedies are developed on the basis of extracts of medicinal plants, so such drugs are absolutely safe, have virtually no contraindications and do not cause side effects. They should be prescribed only by a professional homeopath, who, after diagnosis, selects a treatment.

• The choice of drops depends on the individual and physiological characteristics of the patient's body and the form of sinusitis. It is not recommended to use homeopathic drops on your own, as the treatment result can be quite unpredictable.
• The peculiarity of homeopathic preparations is that therapy with such means takes much more time than treatment with classic nasal preparations. When using drops, the therapeutic effect appears after 2-3 weeks of regular use of the product. Homeopathic remedies are used as an auxiliary method of treatment, which significantly increases the level of the immune system and improves the outflow of purulent contents from the nasal sinuses.
• Homeopathic remedies for sinusitis are an effective method of safe treatment. The most popular in this category are: Euphorbium, Larinol, Compositium. The drugs are safe for the body, destroy harmful microorganisms and have a minimum of contraindications.

Sinusitis drops for children

Drops for sinusitis for children are used both in complex treatment to eliminate the cause of the disease and to relieve painful symptoms. The main rule for treating sinusitis in children is no self-medication, only professional medical care. An otolaryngologist will diagnose the disease, determine the cause and form of sinusitis, and select effective drugs. The main goal of treatment is to eliminate swelling of the nasal mucosa and ensure the outflow of discharge from the maxillary sinuses. After this, therapy is carried out to eliminate the cause that provoked the inflammation.

For the complex treatment of sinusitis in children, the following methods are used:

• Drug treatment – taking antihistamines and antibiotics, using drops for sinusitis and undergoing physiotherapy.
• Rinsing of the nasal and maxillary sinuses - medicinal solutions are used for rinsing, which can also be used as drops for sinusitis. Rinsing allows you to remove accumulated mucus, microbes and allergens. The procedure reduces swelling and relieves inflammation. After rinsing, it is necessary to drip vasoconstrictor drops into the nose.
• Surgical treatment – small patients undergo a puncture, i.e. a puncture of the maxillary sinus. Thanks to this, it is possible to pump out pus and administer drugs to stop the inflammatory process. This method of treatment is used only in extreme cases, when previously applied treatment did not give the expected result.

The most common vasoconstrictor drops for sinusitis in children are Nazivin, Naphthyzinum, Sanorin, Galazolin, Rinazolin, Farmazolin, Ximelin and others. They clear the nasal sinuses of mucus and allow the child to breathe freely. But when using such drugs, it is necessary to remember about the short-term duration of treatment. So, if you use vasoconstrictor drops longer than the recommended period, this will lead to the appearance of overdose symptoms and side effects, which are expressed as dryness and irritation of the nasal mucosa.

In addition to the above-described drugs, sinusitis is treated with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving drugs. As a rule, these are antiseptics such as Collargol, Protargol, local antibiotics - Isofra, Bioprox, natural medicines - Cyclamen and Sinuforte.

If a child has sinusitis at an advanced stage, antibiotic therapy is used for treatment. Amoxicillin, macrolides, penicillins or third and second generation cephalosporins are used for these purposes. UV radiation, Sollux lamp and UHF currents have an effective therapeutic effect.

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Method of administration and dosage

The method of application and dosage of drugs for sinusitis is determined by the attending physician. Before prescribing the drug and drawing up a scheme for its administration, the otolaryngologist diagnoses the patient and determines the form of sinusitis. This allows you to draw up the most effective scheme for using drugs for inflammation of the nasal sinuses.

An important point in the use of drops is the instillation procedure. We offer an algorithm for the correct use of nasal products:

1. Take a horizontal position and tilt your head back. It is not recommended to bury your nose while sitting or standing.
2. Turn your head slightly and insert the drops into the lower nostril. Do not change position for 3-5 minutes.
3. Turn your head to the other side and repeat the procedure. After that, blow your nose thoroughly.

Many doctors prescribe not only drops for the treatment of sinusitis, but also sprays that are used to rinse the nasal sinuses. They are used for patients from 2 years old, but are not used during pregnancy, lactation, or if there are contraindications. As a rule, the course of treatment should not exceed 5-7 days. This is due to the fact that many drugs are addictive. That is, the drops help at first, but stop working due to prolonged use.

5-7 days is the recommended period of use of nasal preparations, this time should be enough to clear the nasal passages, discharge and facilitate breathing. If used incorrectly and the recommended dosage is not followed, the drops cause side effects and overdose symptoms.

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Use during pregnancy

The use of drops for sinusitis during pregnancy is possible only if the doctor allows the use of the drug. Sinusitis during pregnancy is a purulent inflammation affecting the nasal sinuses. The disease can occur after untreated or suffered colds. Due to disturbances in the process of cleansing the sinuses, microbes begin to multiply, which leads to swelling of the mucous membrane. There is an increased secretion of mucus, but it does not come out and pus is formed.

The danger of sinusitis during pregnancy is that the inflammatory process occurs too close to the eye sockets and brain. If the pus moves there, it can lead to abscesses of the meninges, meningitis. Sinusitis can be asymptomatic or cause headaches, high fever, general weakness, nasal congestion and loss of appetite. Pregnant women are prohibited from using drops on their own; only an ENT specialist can prescribe an effective drug after diagnosing the disease.

• The basis of sinusitis treatment during pregnancy is the use of vasoconstrictor drops. Timely use of such drugs allows you to avoid a puncture, since the accumulated pus comes out on its own.
• During pregnancy, it is not recommended to use drops with an antibiotic to treat sinusitis. Since this can negatively affect the mother's well-being, and therefore the course of pregnancy.
• There are antibiotics of the latest generation that effectively eliminate the inflammatory process and are approved for use during pregnancy. For washing the nasal sinuses, you can use a solution of Furacilin or the drug Sinupret.

Contraindications to the use of drops for sinusitis

Contraindications to the use of drops for sinusitis depend on the individual characteristics of the patient's body, his age, the presence of chronic diseases and, of course, the form of sinusitis. Each drug has its own contraindications, so drops for sinusitis are no exception.

Do not use for medicinal purposes in the following cases:

• Individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
• Pregnancy and lactation.
• Patients are under 2.5 years old.
• Kidney and liver dysfunction.
• Closed-angle glaucoma.
• Infectious lesions of viral origin.
• Treatment with MAO inhibitors.

With special caution, drops for the treatment of sinusitis are prescribed to patients with ischemic heart disease, hypertension and hyperthyroidism. Kali for sinusitis is contraindicated for professional athletes and for use in diseases of the eardrum.

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Side effects of drops for sinusitis

Side effects of drops for sinusitis occur when treating patients who have contraindications to the use of the drug or when the instructions and recommendations of the doctor for the use of the nasal drug are not followed. Do not forget that these drugs are used to eliminate the symptoms of sinusitis, but do not treat the cause of the disease.

So, if the nasal drops contain an antibiotic, then long-term use can lead to the substance lowering the protective properties of the immune system and complicating the main treatment process. Drops for sinusitis in the form of a spray, if used incorrectly, can injure the nasal mucosa. In most cases, side effects of drops appear with their long-term use, causing allergic reactions, dryness, irritation in the nose. In rare cases, nosebleeds are possible.

Overdose

Overdose of nasal medications for sinusitis is possible when a single dose of the drug is exceeded. When overdosed, these medications cause painful sensations in the nasopharynx, as well as burning and itching in the nasal sinuses.

Overdose symptoms occur with prolonged use of the drug. To treat side effects, it is recommended to rinse the nasal sinuses and throat with warm boiled water or herbal decoction and stop using the drops. After this, you should contact an otolaryngologist to review the treatment regimen and prescribe new drops for sinusitis.

Interactions with other drugs

The interaction of drops for sinusitis with other drugs is possible only if the doctor creates a complex treatment and selects drugs whose interaction does not cause side effects and unpredictable reactions.

Nasal preparations are prohibited to be used simultaneously with other means or to administer other medications shortly before using the drops. Since very often this leads to the active substances of the drugs being leveled. Many drops are allowed to be used simultaneously with drugs that eliminate swelling and drops with an antibacterial effect.

Storage conditions

The storage conditions for sinusitis drops correspond to the storage rules for other medications. Nasal products should be stored out of the reach of children and protected from sunlight. Particular attention should be paid to the storage temperature, which should not exceed 25°C.

If you need to store drops for sinusitis, for example, like Sinuforte (the components are mixed for preparation), then you need to pay attention to the shelf life. The prepared medicinal solution is not recommended to be used longer than 15 days, but subject to the temperature regime of 5-10 ° C. If the storage conditions are not met, these drugs lose their medicinal properties and are prohibited for use.

Best before date

The expiration date of sinusitis drops is indicated on the packaging of the medicine. The shelf life of many nasal preparations is from 12 to 36 months. After the expiration date, these medicines must be disposed of and are strictly prohibited for use. Using an expired medicine may cause uncontrolled side effects.

Inexpensive drops for sinusitis

Inexpensive drops for sinusitis are the most purchased remedies for inflammation of the nasal sinuses. The popularity of inexpensive nasal preparations is explained by their reasonable cost and effective therapeutic effect. As a rule, drops for the treatment of sinusitis, rhinitis or sinusitis are prescribed by an otolaryngologist after diagnosing the disease. Self-administration of drops is unsafe and can lead to uncontrolled side effects. Let's consider popular drops for inflammation of the nasal sinuses and their cost:

Name of drops for sinusitis	Cost of the drug
Naphthyzinum	From 10 UAH.
Xylene	From 15 UAH.
Pharmazoline	From 15 UAH.
Cyclamen	From 20 UAH.
For the nose	From 20 UAH.
Rinazolin	From 20 UAH.
Galazolin	From 25 UAH.
Nazivin	From 28 UAH.
Sanorin	From 29 UAH.
Nazol	From 30 UAH.
Vibrocil	From 34 UAH.
Tizin	From 35 UAH.
Rhinostop	From 35 UAH.
Polydex	From 42 UAH.
Asinis	From 45 UAH.
Otrivin	From 46 UAH.
Isofra	From 50 UAH.
Rinofluimucil	From 60 UAH.
Ximelin	From 60 UAH.
Sinupret	From 68 UAH.
Cinnabsin	From 75 UAH.
Bioprox	From 90 UAH.
Euphorbium	From 120 UAH.
Larinol	From 165 UAH.
Sinuforte	From 220 UAH.
Compositium	From 230 UAH.

From the above-described medications, you can choose effective and inexpensive drops for sinusitis. But do not forget that the indicated cost of nasal products is approximate and depends on the manufacturer of the drug, its volume and the pharmacy network in which the retail sale of medicinal drops is carried out.

The best drops for sinusitis

The best drops for sinusitis allow you to effectively eliminate inflammatory processes in the nasal sinuses. Today, the pharmaceutical market offers many nasal medications for sinusitis that are approved for use by pregnant women and children. Vasoconstrictor, anti-inflammatory, antihistamine and herbal drops for sinusitis are popular. Do not forget about homeopathic remedies for sinusitis, which are not only effective, but also safe in the treatment of lesions of the maxillary sinuses and nasopharynx.

Sinusitis drops are a group of drugs for relieving the symptoms of inflammatory processes in the nasal sinuses. There are many types of nasal products, each of which has varying effectiveness and is suitable for treating a certain form of sinusitis. These drugs should only be prescribed by a professional otolaryngologist, that is, an ENT doctor, after diagnosing the disease. The result of the treatment depends on the correct diagnosis and the selected drops.