Iodantipirin from ticks: instructions, analogues

Iodantipirin with a tick bite is prescribed to stimulate the immune system to fight the virus. Used for the prevention, treatment of encephalitis. It is released without a prescription, but a specialist consultation is required. The course of therapy begins after examination, a conversation with the doctor. It is produced in tablet form. Accepted according to the instructions.

Description, release form

Iodantipirin is an antiviral drug of domestic production. Company manufacturer Pharmstandard. Available in the form of white tablets with a specific odor. Packed in blisters for 10 pieces or plastic bottles. Placed in a cardboard box. The active substance is Iodophenazone - 100 g. Auxiliary components - potato starch, magnesium stearate, dextrose monohydrate, low molecular weight povidone.

Pharmacological properties

The drug has immunostimulating, anti-inflammatory, inferonogenic properties. Increases the protective functions of the body, strengthens the immune system, slows down the penetration of the virus into cells.

It is rapidly absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract, enters the bloodstream. The maximum concentration is observed within an hour. It is metabolized by the liver, excreted by the kidneys with urine. Binding to blood proteins is 25%. The half-life is 6 hours.

Indications for use

Tablets Yodantipirin with a tick bite are prescribed for the prevention, treatment of encephalitis. Assign in the following cases:

• contraindicated tick-borne encephalitis vaccination;
• impossible to use immunoglobulin;
• late recourse to specialists - more than 3 months after bite;
• for prevention in the absence of mite laboratory research.

On a note!

For treatment tick-borne encephalitis Immunoglobulin is used. It is advisable to prick it within 60 days after suction tick. In the future, the use of the drug is ineffective. To support the body, it is recommended to drink Iodantipirin according to the scheme specified in the instructions.

How to take the drug

Instructions for use Iodantipirin provides for the use of funds for prevention of tick-borne encephalitistreatment.

The intake after sucking the pest:

• 1-2 days, 3 tab. three times a day;
• 3-4 days, 2 tab. 3 times a day;
• 5-10 to 1 tab. three times a day.

Dosage schedule for prevention:

• 2 tablets 3 times a day throughout the entire period of stay in a dangerous place;
• 2 tablets three times a day for 2 days after a visit adverse areas regarding encephalitis.

Drink iodantipyrine after meals. Drink plenty of fluids, it is better to use spring, mineral water.

Important!

During the period of therapy, it is forbidden to drink alcoholic beverages. Antacids, antihistamines, sleeping pills reduce the effectiveness of the antiviral drug.

Contraindications, side effects

It is forbidden to take the drug in the presence of individual intolerance to the components, hyperthyroidism with a high content of iodine in the body. You should not drink the drug in violation of the liver and kidneys. Among the contraindications are pregnancy, lactation, children's age.

Side effects develop with individual intolerance or exceeding the dosage of the drug. There is an allergy to the skin, there is an indigestion - nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, etc. If you feel unwell, you need to stop taking the medicine or reduce the dosage. Treatment of adverse events is symptomatic.

Price where you can buy

Iodantipirin is sold in pharmacies, dispensed without a prescription. It is possible to order online. The price of a package with 50 tablets is an average of 500 rubles. When ordering online, with an amount of more than 1,500 rubles. discount or free shipping. Shelf life 3 years from the date of manufacture. It is forbidden to use after the specified time on the packaging. Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

Iodantipirin for children

The instructions contain information that the drug is not prescribed for children with a tick bite. In practice, sometimes tablets are prescribed, but the dosage is reduced. The maximum dose of Iodantipirin per day is 200 ml or 2 tablets. Therapy is carried out exclusively under the supervision of specialists.

Analogs of Yodantipirin

The pharmacy can offer other immunostimulants, immunomodulators to enhance the protective functions of the body. There are no direct analogues. The following drugs have similar properties:

• Anaferon. It is made in Lithuania. Allowed to children from birth. Among the numerous indications is tick-borne encephalitis virus. Stimulates the humoral, cellular response of the immune system. Contraindicated in case of individual intolerance, from side effects - allergic rashes on the skin. The price is about 350 rubles.
• Cycloferon. Modern immunomodulatory agent. Interferon inductor. Increases the protective functions of the body, slows the penetration of encephalitis virus into the blood. It is produced in the form of a solution for injection, tablets. The course of treatment for adults is 5-12 injections, depending on the general condition, the risk of infection. The dosage of the tablets is selected individually. The active ingredient is acridonoacetic acid. Children are allowed from 4 years. The average cost of packing tablets is 200 rubles.

  

• Remantadine. Antiviral drug. For the prevention of tick-borne encephalitis, take 1 tablet per day for 15 days. If there is a risk of infection after a bite, the dosage is increased to 2 pieces. Among the side effects are indigestion, allergies. Not prescribed for children under 7 years. The price for packaging is about 150 rubles.

Tick ​​Iodopyrine is a unique drug. But if an allergy appears, it can be replaced by means with another active component, a similar mechanism of action.

Reviews

There is no effective medicine against tick-borne encephalitis. Antiviral drugs increase the protective functions of the body, slow down the development of the disease, and prevent complications.

They prescribed us iodantipyrine for the prevention of encephalitis after a tick bite. I began to look for information on effectiveness, action, how much it costs. Research data, no test results. The drug can not be called medicinal, to recommend for use is a gross mistake. This confirms only that the benefits of it are zero.

Irina, Moscow

Outside of Russia, this drug is not used, only they shove it in pharmacies. Useless thing. People drink to calm the nerves. It is impossible to verify the effect, since the body itself fights encephalitis. Could immunity overcome the virus, they say, Iodantipirin helped, no - they were taken incorrectly or turned late.

Anna, St. Petersburg

The antiviral drug Yodantipirin does not replace a trip to a specialist. Need consultation, examination.