Cycloferon is an ointment that belongs to the category of antiviral drugs. It is particularly effective due to its high biological activity. It is used as an immunomodulator. The drug has anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative, antiviral, immunomodulating and antitumor effects on the body. Ointment contributes to the intensive formation of high titers of beta and alpha \ interferon \.
Material Content:
The composition of the drug
The structure of the drug is similar to a thick gel of translucent yellow. In comparison with the bulk of the products from this pharmaceutical category, it has a mild soft aroma.
1 ml of ointment includes:
- meglumine acridone acetate - 50 mg;
- acridonoacetic acid - 50 mg;
- N-methylglucamine - 38.5 mg;
- propylene glycol;
- meglumine;
- benzalkonium chloride.
Cycloferon liniment is marketed in 5 and 30 mg metal tubes. In a cardboard package, in addition to a container with ointment, an insert with detailed instructions for use is also included.
What is Cycloferon ointment prescribed for?
Due to the fact that the drug consists of sufficiently active components, Cycloferon is suitable exclusively for the adult category of patients (children are not prescribed). Indications for the use of ointments are:
- herpes of all types;
- cytomegalovirus;
- dermatitis;
- chronic periodontitis;
- bacterial diseases of the vagina;
- viral infection of the genitourinary area of women and men;
- mycoses;
- dermatoses;
- eczema
- psoriasis;
- vaginitis and vaginosis due to non-specific microflora;
- urethritis and balanoposthitis.
Instructions for use
Depending on the specifics of the disease, the drug is used in different ways:
- Herpetic infection - a thin layer of ointment is applied to the infected part of the skin 1-2 times a day. The treatment lasts 5 days.
- Genital herpes - an intraurethral instillation is performed using 5 ml of ointment 1 time per day. Herpes treatment lasts 10-15 days.
- Candidiasis and nonspecific urethritis - therapy is carried out by means of intraurethral instillations for 1-2 weeks.
- Infection of the posterior urethra - an intraurethral instillation is performed using 5-10 ml of ointment once every 2 days. Treatment lasts 10-14 days.
- Bacterial vaginosis - intravaginal instillation 1-2 times a day is used in gynecology. As an option - the use of ointments soaked with ointment. Treatment lasts 10-15 days.
- Balanoposthitis - male genital organs are treated with liniment using 5 ml of ointment once a day. Treatment lasts 10-14 days.
- Urethritis of a specific etiology - an intraurethral instillation is performed in combination with traditional treatment methods.
- Chronic periodontitis - is applied by the application method of 1.5 ml of ointment to the gum using a cotton swab. Treatment lasts 12-14 days.
- With chickenpox - it is applied in a small amount to the rash 2 times a day until it disappears completely.
With intravaginal administration, the drug is injected into the vagina in the supine position using a disposable syringe. You can use a special vaginal applicator.
If necessary, the treatment should be repeated after 2 weeks.
Drug interaction
According to the instructions for use, Cycloferon treatment is acceptable in combination with any drugs that are used in the treatment of the above diseases. Their list also includes interferons and chemotherapeutic drugs.
In addition, Cycloferon has the ability to enhance the effect of antibiotics, antiseptic and antifungal drugs.
Contraindications and side effects
Contraindications to the use of ointments are:
- lactation;
- pregnancy;
- hypersensitivity \ skin \ to the individual components of the ointment;
- the patient's age is less than 18 years.
Cycloferon practically does not cause adverse reactions. Exceptions are:
- isolated cases of a mild allergic rash;
- mild burning of the mucous membranes;
- hyperemia.
These effects pass very quickly without medical intervention.
Antiviral Analogs
And although there are no drugs with the same composition as Cycloferon, analogues can be found. They will have a narrower range of applications:
- “Viferon” - fights viruses.
- "Genferon" - effective in the fight against diseases of the genitourinary system.
- "Timogen" - used to treat colds.
Like the bulk of drugs similar in effect, liniment is dispensed exclusively by prescription. And with proper storage, it is acceptable for use for 2 years.
The antiviral agent gives the greatest effectiveness in the first day after the detection of pathology. To achieve the desired result, the drug should be applied 4-5 times a day.
Due to its unique components, this drug is able to cure infectious and inflammatory processes on the skin in the shortest possible time. To date, Cycloferon ointment and cream are prescribed in order to eliminate a wide variety of pathologies, because they have a complex effect.
