Intesti-bacteriophage is an effective antimicrobial drug. It is to be used for various disorders of the digestive system caused by the ingestion of pathogenic pathogens.
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The composition of the immunobiological preparation
First of all, it is important to note that this therapeutic medicine has a completely natural structure.
In 1 ml of the drug contains the following active substances:
- connection of sterile filtrates of Shigella flexneri 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 serovar phagolysates;
- Shigella sonnei, paratyphi A, paratyphi B, typhimurium, choleraesuis, oranienburg, enteritidis;
- enteropathogenic E. coli of various serogroups, the most significant in the etiology of enteric diseases;
- Proteus;
- Enterococcus;
- Paratyphi;
- Staphylococcus;
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa;
- phagalizates not less than 1x106.
There are no secondary elements in the intestinal medicine.
Thus, it can be seen that the main component of the bacteriophage is sterile microorganisms that have only a positive effect on the human body. Among them, it is necessary to highlight: salmonella strains, the main groups of E. coli, etc.
Indications for the appointment of funds
This medicinal product kills harmful microorganisms that cause the following diseases:
- acute intestinal infections affecting the lymphatic systems of the intestine (typhoid fever);
- various types of intestinal microflora disturbances (dysbiosis);
- inflammatory diseases of the colon mucosa (colitis);
- general infectious intoxication (bacterial dysentery), etc.
Bacteriophages per se are a kind of harmful microbes for pathogenic microorganisms. The active components of the Intesti-bacteriophage improve and stabilize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, while they possess the properties of antibiotics against a number of pathogens. Once in the body, these beneficial bacteria remain on the walls and membranes of the digestive system, kill the pathogenic environment and strengthen the immune system.
The presented drug is used to treat ailments and diseases of gastrointestinal tract, as well as measures to prevent ailments in this area. The drug has shown its effectiveness in the treatment of colitis, typhoid fever. Doctors prescribe Intesti-bacteriophage for salmonellosis, a dysentery of bacterial origin. This medicine is very effective and quickly helps with intestinal dysbiosis.
The substance has a good interaction with drugs from any pharmacological group, including antibiotic drugs, and is often used in conjunction with them to mitigate the possible adverse effects of antibiotic substances on the digestive tract.
Instructions for use of Intesti-bacteriophage
If the intestinal bacteriophage is prescribed by a doctor in the presence of a disease, then most often it acts as an additional means to the main treatment. When it comes to preventive measures, the drug works as an independent medicine.
Bacteriophage therapy can occur in 2 ways:
- Through the mouth (orally).
- By setting an enema (rectally).
In any method of application, the instruction for this immunobiological agent contains clear data on what the dosage of the bacteriophage should be, based on the age and purpose of the appointment.
Recommended dosages of an intestinal drug for therapeutic purposes
| Age group | Orally | Per rectum (klystir) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 6 months | 5 ml once a day | 5 ml | Once a day |
| 6 to 12 months | 5 ml 2 times a day | 10 ml | |
| From 1 year to 3 years | 5 ml 3 times a day | 20 ml | |
| From 3 years to 8 years | 10 ml 2-3 times a day | 30 ml | |
| 8 years and older | 40 ml 2 times a day | 40 ml | |
Instructions for use: recommended dosages of intestinal agents for the prevention of digestive infections
| Age | Orally | |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 6 months | 5 ml - 1 time per day | 3 times a week |
| 6 to 12 months | 5 ml - 1 time per day | |
| From 1 year to 3 years | 10 ml - 1 time in 24 hours | |
| From 3 years to 8 years | 20 ml - 1 time per day | |
| 8 years and older | 20 ml - 1 time per day | |
Important. The substance is consumed one and a half hours before the main meal.
The use of Intesti-bacteriophage for children has its own characteristics. For babies, the medicine is given along with mother’s milk or added to the mixture. An important rule: the first 2-3 days of use, the dose of the bacteriophage for infants from birth to 6 months must be diluted with boiled water at room temperature in a ratio of 1: 1. If at the same time there are no undesirable effects (profuse regurgitation, rashes of an allergic nature on the baby's skin), further administration should be carried out with the usual concentration of the drug.
Before taking the bacteriophage inside the container in which the medicinal fluid is located, it is necessary to carefully examine and make sure that there are no visible foreign components in the preparation, or that there is no color change. These factors indicate that particles from the outside got inside, therefore the use of such a medicine is strictly prohibited.
Before using the substance directly, shake the vial with the solution vigorously. The required dosage of the bacteriophage should be taken with a sterile pipette. Leaving the medicine open at room temperature, in direct sunlight or in bright light is prohibited.
Important. Rectally, a bacteriophage is prescribed once a day after bowel movement.
To increase the effectiveness of the immunobiological preparation, it is recommended that you apply an enema once a day even during treatment in the usual way (by drinking the necessary amount of medication). This will significantly increase the positive result from its use.
The time of treatment with intestinal medication for therapeutic or prophylactic purposes is from five to ten days.
During pregnancy and lactation
The immunobiological agent Intesti-bacteriophage can be taken without prescribing a doctor during the period of bearing the baby and feeding the baby with breast milk.
Contraindications and side effects
There are no restrictions on the use of bacteriophage, with the exception of individual intolerance to some components of the drug or hypersensitivity to them.
The drug is well tolerated even by children from the first days of their lives. In very rare cases, newborns may experience regurgitation or allergic skin reactions. In this situation, the use of the substance must be stopped and seek the advice of your doctor.
Vacation and storage conditions
Store the drug at a low temperature of 2 to 8 degrees Celsius (preferably in the refrigerator).
In addition, there is an important rule that taking a bacteriophage from an already open bottle is necessary during the day.
This intestinal product is dispensed from pharmacies without a doctor's prescription. But still, if the medication is intended for small patients, you must first consult with your doctor.
Analogs
The following drugs are analogues of an immunobiological preparation:
- Sextafag - is a complete analogue of the drug in question for its constituent ingredients, but, according to the instructions, has a wider scope. Refers to budget options.
- Staphylococcal bacteriophage - used only against staphylococci.
Intesti-bacteriophage, analogues of which are widely represented on pharmacy shelves, is recognized as the preferred medication in comparison with its synonyms.
The therapeutic effect when using an immunobiological preparation is noticeable already at the very beginning of its use, which suggests a high efficiency and effectiveness of its use for both therapeutic and prophylactic purposes to normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
