Furacilin - preparation of eye wash solution

What is Furacilin for?

The drug is prescribed to be taken in order to prevent the start of the decomposition process on the surface of open lesions, for washing the nose, throat and eyes, when cavities become infected with microbes.

Indications include:

• purulent wounds;
• burns;
• bedsores;
• cuts, cracks in the skin;
• inflammatory processes of the outer part of the eye;
• inflammatory reactions in the oral cavity.

Also, each individual form of the drug may have its own indications.

Application in dentistry of furatsilin:

• Restoration of gums after installation of implants and dentures;
• Therapeutic therapy for wounds, ulcers, inflammation;
• Treatment of throat diseases that may spread to the oral cavity;
• Treatment of fistula in the gum;
• Rinse for gum disease;
• Application for swelling, dissolution of seals after injection;
• Treatment of plaque in the corners of the mouth after candidiasis.

How to gargle with Furacilin for a sore throat

The drug has proven itself well for tonsillitis and sore throat. Furacilin is not a replacement for primary treatment, but can significantly improve your well-being. With constant rinsing, harmful organisms and pus will gradually come out. The constituent elements are not absorbed into the blood, so it can be taken at any age and during pregnancy.

To rinse your throat, you need to crush the tablet and fill it with 100 ml of water. To enhance the effect of the solution, add 2 tsp to it. hydrogen peroxide (3%).

You need to gargle for 3 minutes. For one procedure, it will be enough to use ½ cup of solution. Before use, you need to rinse your mouth with baking soda.

Ointment

Furacilin is also available in the form of an ointment. In this case, it effectively helps with burns, hypothermia, and also with purulent wounds. The composition of the ointment is slightly different from the solution. Contains additional components that have a calming and softening effect. The skin is smoothed, damaged tissues are regenerated, wounds and scars heal quickly.

In pharmacies you can purchase the product in tubes of 10 or 50 ml. Inside contains instructions for use. For minor surgical operations, ointment is prescribed to restore and remove the inflammatory process. It is often used to relieve inflammation of the ear canal.

Is it possible to use Furacilin during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, the medicine can be taken in the form intended for local use, since the constituent components with such use will not be able to penetrate the blood. When gargling, do not allow the product to enter the body. But it still wouldn’t hurt to consult a doctor first.

The drug can be prescribed for bacterial infection of the oral cavity, pharynx, and sinusitis. Also, an aqueous solution will be effective for vaginal candidiasis.

Pills

Furacilin tablets are used for self-preparation of solutions. Perfectly relieves symptoms of sore throat and nasal congestion. Tablets are convenient for storage. At any time, the patient has the opportunity to prepare a rinse solution for himself, which is very convenient. This can be done at work, at a party or on the road.

To prepare, grind the tablet to a powder and dissolve it in hot water. Use warm to rinse the nose, mouth and throat. Do not rinse with hot water to avoid damaging the mucous membrane.

Paste

Furacilin in the form of a paste is used for prevention in the summer. It protects the skin from exposure to high temperatures. Often used in chemical plants where toxic chemicals are produced.

The paste must be applied in a thin layer to exposed skin. Can be used on the face. The composition does not contain harmful substances. Has an anti-inflammatory effect. After application, a thin film is formed that protects the skin from exposure to harmful substances. Wash off with plain water and soap.

Side effects

The drug is well tolerated by adults and children.

The medicine only in isolated cases causes allergic reactions, manifested in the form of:

• drying of the mucous membranes of the eye;
• hyperemia of the connective membrane;
• small pimples on the eyelids and around the eyes where liquid has entered.

If it gets into the eyes, it causes itching and burning. If adverse reactions occur, you should immediately stop using the drug and rinse your eyes with a sufficient amount of clean and warm water (it is advisable not to use tap water).

To relieve the symptoms of burning and dryness, use an infusion of chamomile or string.

Contraindications

The drug is contraindicated in patients with individual intolerance to the active ingredient (idiosyncrasy).

External use of Furacilin is prohibited for chronic allergic eye diseases:

• vernal keratoconjunctivitis;
• chronic allergic conjunctivitis;
• allergic blepharitis;
• atopic or large papillary conjunctivitis.

The use of the medicine is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to nitrofuran derivatives - furadonin, furagin, metronidazole.

Preparation of the solution

It is important to properly prepare the solution from the tablets. If you do not follow the dosage and instructions, you may not only not get a positive result, but also cause significant harm to the eye mucosa.

Step-by-step guide to preparing the solution:

1. Crush two tablets into powder. Use a clean mortar or spoon to prevent excess tablets or liquids from getting into the medicine.
2. Dilute the resulting powder with 200 ml of boiled water, cooled to room temperature. Do not pour out all the water at once; you may have to warm it up a little so that the tablets dissolve well.
3. Mix well until the drug is completely dissolved.
4. Take gauze and a wide bandage and strain the solution. This is necessary to remove particles that have not dissolved.

Store the solution for no more than a day. A new remedy should be prepared daily. Store the medicine in a jar with a tight-fitting lid in a dark place.

For children

To wash the eyes of newborns, it is recommended to buy a ready-made product. The process of diluting the solution may seem complicated to some.

How to dilute to wash the eyes of newborns and children:

1. Sterilize the dishes. If there is no sterilizer, treatment with boiling water is sufficient.
2. Turn one pill into powder.
3. Pour 100 ml of boiled liquid at 40–50 degrees (do not pour it on the eye; due to the wrong proportion, the baby may get a burn to the mucous membrane).
4. Strain through a sterile bandage.

The drug is ready for use. Every three days prepare a new solution.

Is furatsilin allowed during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

During pregnancy, furatsilin is approved for external use. The solution is recommended to be used for washing for preventive purposes and for the treatment of bacterial infections. Thrush often accompanies women during this period; furatsilin can reduce its manifestation and relieve the inflammatory process.

When breastfeeding, furatsilin is used externally with caution.
This is due to the fact that after using it, the milk may have a bitter taste and the baby will refuse the breast. Therefore, use during this period should be strictly monitored by a doctor to avoid negative consequences. This article is for informational purposes only, please consult your doctor for details! Ask your doctor about contraindications and side effects.

Solution

Furacilin solution can be purchased at the pharmacy in ready-made form. However, if you travel often and carry it with you, then it would be more advisable to buy tablets and make the solution yourself. They are easier to store without worrying about packaging.

The solution is used to treat throat problems: pharyngitis, tonsillitis and other inflammatory diseases. If you plan to treat only at home, then buy a ready-made solution. It will already be cooked in the correct proportions. You will be sure of its sterility, and the packaging will be sealed.

When preparing yourself, you must carefully follow the instructions. Because if the solution turns out to be too concentrated, you can damage the mucous membrane, which is already inflamed. If the concentration is insufficient, the drug may not have the desired effect.

By rinsing with furatsilin, negative microorganisms are eliminated from the mucous membrane. When preparing the solution yourself, do it for 1 procedure so that it is always fresh. The drug should be stored in a cool, dark place.

About the properties of furatsilin

People who have at least once encountered conjunctivitis, redness and irritation of the eyes, remember very well the yellow solution, the use of which saved them from the above problems.

Its name is Furacilin. This is an excellent antiseptic that eliminates bacterial flora and is excellent for preventing inflammation. This product goes on sale as a ready-made solution, as well as in tablets, from which this solution can be prepared independently. At the same time, the second option is the most practical, since the tablets are subject to long-term storage and a fresh solution can be prepared at any necessary time.

Another advantage of Furacilin is that it is equally suitable for both adults and children, including newborns. However, the effectiveness of the solution can only be counted on if it is prepared in compliance with all the rules.

Analogs

The medicine has no substitutes for the active ingredient.

Instead of tablets, use Furacilin ointment or solution for external use. The drug is an antiseptic and disinfectant. It can be replaced with drugs of a similar effect, but they will have a different active ingredient and method of administration, as well as a release form.

Analogues:

• antiseptic drops - Vitabakt, Okomistin;
• antibacterial agents - Levomycetin, Tsipromed, Floxal;
• anti-inflammatory - Maxidex, Dexamethasone, Prenacid.

How to make a solution of furatsilin

Ready-made liquid cannot always be bought at a pharmacy. More often Furacilin is found in tablets. The treatment regimen, duration, and dosage form are determined by the doctor, and each patient’s prescriptions are different. The doctor takes into account individual characteristics. Usually 1 – 2 tablets are crushed to a powder and stirred in a glass of warm water.

For faster dilution, it is recommended to use boiling water. For stomatitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, a solution is prepared to rinse the oropharynx: per 100 ml - 2 mg (1 tablet) of furatsilin. The duration depends on the nature of the localization of the infection. Take a small sip of the prepared product, throw back your head and rinse your larynx for 2 – 3 minutes.

Reviews

Polina: In the morning the eye became inflamed and pus began to come out. There was no time to run to the doctor, I decided to rinse with Furacilin, chamomile solution and Tobrex drops (this was the treatment prescribed by the ophthalmologist last time). After three days everything went away.

Elena: Conjunctivitis has tormented me, half of my face is swollen. As soon as I notice the first signs, I immediately start using Furacilin and Penicillin. On the second day it becomes easier, the main thing is to apply lotions and rinse regularly.

Olga: Cheap and effective remedy. I have been buying Furacilin for as long as I can remember. Never disappears from the home medicine cabinet. Particularly effective for burns.

Indications for use

Furacilin is a drug with complex effects. It is used to treat burns, cuts, open wounds and is used to treat eye diseases.

The drug is prescribed for the treatment of chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins and conjunctivitis of any origin. It is prescribed to patients with inflammatory and infectious processes of the organs of vision due to its powerful antifungal and antibacterial effect.

Furacilin is prescribed when foreign bodies get into the eyes, causing redness, swelling and pain.

pharmachologic effect

The drug belongs to the antimicrobial medicines - nitrofuran. The drug forms highly reactive amino derivatives that can cause changes in the protein composition of the pathogenic microorganism.

It destroys the cell membrane, leading to their death. The medicine is used against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Furacilin relieves:

• inflammation;
• hyperemia;
• edema;
• itching and burning.

The medication penetrates the internal barrier located between the blood and tissue fluid and is evenly distributed in them.