Genferon - instructions for use, composition, indications, analogues and reviews

Reviews about the antiviral drug "Biocad" - "Genferon" - are mostly good. Doctors note that the main advantage of the drug is its uniqueness. Suppositories can be inserted into the vagina or rectally. In recent years, this medication has been increasingly used for women. “Genferon” suppositories in gynecology also have positive reviews. It is about them that will be discussed further. You will learn the main points on using the drug.

Composition and type of medication

What are “Genferon” suppositories in gynecology? Reviews from doctors and instructions for use indicate that the medication is in the form of suppositories. The main component of the drug is interferon. It is worth noting that the dose of this substance may vary.

Often in pharmacies you can find “Genferon” in the form of 250, 500 and 1000 thousand IU. The manufacturer also produces the medicine in a reduced dosage – 125 thousand IU. This drug has the trade name "Genferon Light". In addition to interferon in the described amount, the medication contains taurine and anesthesin (benzocaine). As you already know, the product can be administered vaginally or rectally.

Release form and composition of the drug

The line of medications is represented by rectal and vaginal suppositories, made in the form of pointed cylinders with shallow depressions on the sections. Suppositories are made from a homogeneous white mass, which gives them a smooth structure. Available in packages of 5 or 10 suppositories with different concentrations of active substances: 125,000 and 250,000 IU.

Other forms of Genferon are sprays and drops that can quickly eliminate the symptoms of a viral infection. Most often, these medications are used to prevent ARVI. It has been noticed that the use of these drugs at the first manifestations of a cold prevents the further development of the disease by destroying the virus in the bud.

The main component of Genferon is interferon alpha 2B. It is an effective stimulating substance that enhances the body's protective functions. It is a potent drug, and therefore, for the treatment of the youngest patients, drugs with a concentration of 125 thousand are used, and for older patients - 250 thousand IU.

In addition to interferon, children's Genferon includes the following active components:

• taurine;
• benzocaine or anestesein.

The structure of medications also includes various excipients. When making suppositories, solid fat, dextran, macrogol, sodium hydrogen citrate, and water are used. The spray includes the following components: glycerol, polysorbate, potassium chloride, mint oil, etc.

Indications for use of the medicine

In what situations are Genferon suppositories used in gynecology? Reviews from doctors and annotations indicate the following situations. The drug is prescribed in the complex therapy of certain diseases in order to support the patient’s immunity. It can also be used as an independent antiviral agent. Among the indications are the following situations:

• viral infections of the reproductive system in women, including herpes;
• bacterial infections of the vagina and uterus;
• mycoplasmosis and chlamydia;
• ureaplasma and trichomoniasis;
• vaginitis and vaginal candidiasis;
• cervicitis and lesions of the vaginal mucosa (including cervical erosion);
• papillomavirus infection and so on.

It is worth noting that reviews say the following about a drug such as Genferon suppositories (in gynecology): the medicine can also be used for prophylactic purposes. The instructions for use confirm this information.

Reviews about the drug

Since the drug Genferon Light is actively used in various fields of medicine, both doctors and patients actively share their opinions on the use of both Genferon Light itself and its analogues. Doctors note that Genferon Light works well against many viral pathologies that, for example, Viferon cannot cope with. However, doctors warn that you should not get too carried away with Genferon suppositories so that the body does not get used to them, although, according to the manufacturer, the use of suppositories does not affect the body’s production of its own interferon. Since the drug is available without a prescription, often even when the first runny nose or first sneeze appears, patients run for Genferon Light for themselves or their children. Doctors note that the remedy “works best” according to indications, when there is really a need to help your immune system overcome the disease. In this case, doctors actively prescribe Genferon Light, because they are confident in its safety and effectiveness.

Genferon Light does not go unnoticed in pediatrics. There are a lot of positive reviews when Genferon Light helped children cope with ARVI better than Interferon and Amiksin, which are positioned as full-fledged analogues of the drug. Despite the proximity of Genferon Light to these drugs, it has, according to parents, a greater effect than other antiviral drugs.

As reviews show, Genferon Light is an effective remedy in the fight against viral infection in both adults and children.

Contraindications to the use of vaginal and rectal suppositories

In most cases, the antiviral drug "Genferon" has positive reviews from doctors. The medicine is not prescribed only to people who are hypersensitive to taurine and benzocaine. The medication rarely causes allergic reactions, which disappear on their own without additional treatment.

Interferon is a substance that is normally released by the human body during illness. It allows you to build immunity and protect a person. The composition of the described medicine contains exactly this substance. Therefore, there is usually no negative reaction to interferon.

pharmachologic effect

The beneficial properties of the drug are provided by its active substances. We’ll talk about the composition of suppositories later, but for now we’ll describe its main actions. In reviews of Genferon for prostatitis, many men write that recovery occurs within about 2 weeks from the start of treatment. Moreover, all the properties of the medicine prescribed by the manufacturer are present and work to their full potential. Among them the most powerful are:

1. Antiviral
2. Antibacterial
3. Immunomodulatory
4. Antiproliferative
5. Antioxidant
6. Painkiller

Let's describe what each of these actions means. Antiviral occurs due to the effect on certain enzymes that help stop the proliferation of pathogens. They also suppress signals for reproduction, which makes a double blow to the parasites. Interferon prevents the formation of new viruses and stops their spread through tissues. The antibacterial effect consists of activating the patient’s immune cells and directing them to fight bacteria.

Stimulation of the immune system is necessary to capture, destroy and remove pathogenic cells from the body. In addition, the immune system will be able to get rid of tumor cells (they have managed to transform under the influence of toxins). Our body’s protection quickly suppresses the source of inflammation and prevents relapses of the disease. The antiproliferative effect keeps tissues from transforming into connective tissue and prevents the spread of microorganisms.

Antioxidant properties stop oxidative processes and help remove free radicals from the body and protect cell membranes from destruction. The name of the anesthetic effect speaks for itself - due to the reduction of inflammation, the pain syndrome is also reduced. To the listed qualities of Genferon one can add the ability to protect the liver from toxins, enhance tissue regeneration, and restore the secretory function of the prostate gland.

Method of use of the product in gynecological practice

The medicine is used in complex therapy, for self-treatment and as prevention. For children under 7 years of age, the composition is recommended at a dose of 125 IU. For adult women, the medication can be prescribed in amounts from 250 to 1000 thousand IU. Before administering the medicine, be sure to wash your hands. When using vaginally, it is also recommended to wear sterile gloves.

• For infection in the vagina and genitourinary canal, 1 suppository is prescribed in the morning and evening for 10 days. It is preferable to take equal intervals between applications. If the disease becomes protracted, then correction is carried out every other day for three months.
• In the acute course of the pathology and the development of a bacterial complication, the medication is prescribed in the morning at a dosage of 500 thousand IU and in the evening 1000 IU. It is worth noting that the second portion is administered exclusively rectally.
• For prevention, the medication can be prescribed in a dose of 125 to 500 thousand IU once a day (mainly at night).

Who can use it?

Rectal suppositories Genferon are produced to combat a large number of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the genitourinary system in patients of both sexes. In mild cases, one may be enough; in other situations, a whole group of medications is prescribed. Indications for the use of these suppositories are:

• Candidiasis and fungus
• Herpes
• Urethritis, prostatitis
• Ureaplasmosis
• Inflammation of the cervix
• Inflammation of the vagina
• Disease of the mucous membrane of the cervix, etc.

You can use Genferon if you have human papillomavirus or mycoplasma infection. In some cases, suppositories can be used to strengthen the body's defenses and prevent infection. The product is well tolerated by patients and can therefore be used by almost everyone. Thanks to the variety of types of medicine, you can choose the right one for a person with a very weakened immune system.

Genferon has three types of release in the form of suppositories, which contain different amounts of the main component - interferon.

Because the product has the form of a suppository, about 80% of its components are absorbed into the bloodstream. Thanks to this quality, an excellent therapeutic effect is ensured both locally and regionally (i.e., a beneficial effect is also exerted on neighboring organs). The maximum concentration of substances in the body is reached after 5 hours, and is completely eliminated after 12. Because of this, it is necessary to use them 2 times a day to give the body continuous assistance in the fight against pathogenic microorganisms.

Pregnancy and lactation

The drug "Genferon" (suppositories) has favorable reviews in gynecology during pregnancy. Doctors report that the medicine is often prescribed to expectant mothers for preventive purposes and to correct pathologies. Also, the medication can be prescribed if a representative of the fairer sex has a cold. Often the medication is used after childbirth. At the same time, breastfeeding does not become a contraindication to the correction.

The composition is used in a dose from 125 to 250 thousand M

E. The frequency of administration depends on the form and severity of the pathology. Usually it is 1-3 times a day. The duration of use can vary from 3 to 10 days.

Instructions for use of the drug

Indications

Genferon suppositories can be used both rectally and intravaginally. By the way, if there is a need to treat children, doctors recommend using a drug under the trade name Genferon Light. It has an almost identical composition and therapeutic effect, but it has a lower concentration of active components, and accordingly, the effect is “softer”.

The main indications for the use of suppositories are various infectious and inflammatory diseases of the urogenital tract. These include genital herpes, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis, vaginal candidiasis, gardnerellosis, trichomoniasis, papillomavirus infection, bacterial vaginosis, cervical erosion, adnexitis. Also, the medication is quite effective for bacterial prostatitis in men, vulvovaginitis, bartholinitis, adnexitis, urethritis, balanitis, balanoposthitis.

Acute bronchitis (as part of complex therapy) may also be an indication for use. Doctors also note that it is advisable to use Genferon suppositories for people who have chronic cystitis of bacterial etiology.

Mode of application

Genferon suppositories should be administered either rectally or intravaginally. The attending physician decides how best to use the medication. But, judging by expert reviews, it is much better for women to administer suppositories vaginally during infectious and inflammatory processes.

The frequency of use of the medication is chosen purely individually. However, as mentioned above, the half-life of the active components is 12 hours, so it is advisable to use the product 2 times a day, at the same time with a difference of 12 hours, that is, for example, at 10:00 and at 22:00 .

Before using the medicine, it is recommended to carry out hygienic measures; women may even be recommended to douche. You need to insert suppositories with clean hands; you can wear rubber gloves.

Approximate treatment plan:

• For infectious and inflammatory diseases in women, it is recommended to administer 1-2 suppositories 1-2 times a day. The duration of treatment is 10 days. If necessary, you can repeat the course in a couple of weeks. If the infectious-inflammatory process is acute, then the dose is increased to 2-3 suppositories 2-3 times a day, and the course can be delayed for as long as 1-3 months. Together with Genferon, women may be advised to administer vaginally other medications that contain antibacterial or fungicidal agents.
• Men suffering from infectious diseases of the urogenital tract should be administered rectally 1-2 suppositories 2 times a day. The course of treatment is up to 10 days. Again, if the inflammatory process is acute and is accompanied by various kinds of complications, then it is quite possible to extend the course.
• For acute bronchitis, it is quite enough to administer 1 suppository rectally 2 times a day. The course lasts no more than 5 days. For bronchitis, it is advisable to combine Genferon with mucolytics and other antibiotics to enhance the therapeutic effect.
• If a person has been diagnosed with chronic recurrent cystitis of a bacterial nature, then 2 suppositories should be administered rectally 1-2 times a day. The course lasts 10-14 days. Be sure to combine Genferon with other antibiotics. In order to avoid relapse after completing the course, you can administer 1 suppository for 40 days.

Contraindications

Genferon is a relatively safe medication for topical use, but the drug still has a number of contraindications for use. Firstly, the drug is strictly contraindicated for persons who have individual intolerance to taurine, interferon, benzocaine or auxiliary components of suppositories.

The medicine is not prescribed if the patient has chronic autoimmune pathologies and they are in the acute stage. For example, Genferon is very unsafe during exacerbation of psoriasis or autoimmune hepatitis, since interferon can have a negative effect on the body in these diseases.

Other contraindications:

1. Exacerbation of chronic allergic diseases.
2. The first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Starting from the 13th week of pregnancy and up to the 40th week, you can use suppositories.
3. Childhood. As mentioned above, it is better for children to use a medication called Genferon Light, as it has a gentler effect on the body and is much less likely to cause side effects.

Side effects

The tolerability of the drug is excellent. Genferon causes undesirable reactions extremely rarely. Most often, local allergic reactions occur, namely itching, burning, and redness of the skin. Anaphylactic reactions cannot be excluded.

If a patient uses suppositories in the presence of autoimmune pathologies, they may worsen. In this case, doctors recommend immediately interrupting therapy and, if necessary, undergoing symptomatic treatment.

In addition to allergic reactions, the following are possible:

• Disturbances in the functioning of the hematopoietic system. Even when used locally, interferon can provoke leukopenia and thrombocytopenia. As a rule, these disorders develop if the patient exceeds the prescribed dosage.
• Increased body temperature. This side effect occurs in the early stages of therapy. The increase in body temperature is explained by the presence of interferon in the drug. Over time, this reaction usually goes away on its own.
• Disturbances in the functioning of the central nervous system. They arise, again, due to the use of increased dosages. Interferon, as the instructions say, can provoke muscle pain and headaches, pain in the joints, increased fatigue, loss of appetite, and chills. Flu-like conditions cannot be excluded. Disturbances in the functioning of the central nervous system do not resolve on their own and require correction.

Interaction of the described product with other compounds

What will happen if you simultaneously use antibacterial drugs and Genferon suppositories (in gynecology)? Reviews from doctors report that this combination is quite acceptable. It’s even worth saying that this is how a variety of treatments are usually carried out. With this interaction, the effectiveness of the antiviral agent “Genferon” is enhanced.

Often during pregnancy, a woman takes vitamin complexes. Such compositions include the main substances - vitamin E and C. They can help enhance the immunomodulatory effect of the drug.

If a woman uses a variety of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (this is precisely the characteristic of most painkillers and antipyretics), then the effect of benzocaine may be enhanced.

When supplementing the correction with sulfonamines, it is necessary to take a break of 2-4 hours between medications. This is because benzocaine can reduce the effect of the described substances.

Side effects

Reviews about this drug are mostly good. In rare cases, there may be an allergy after topical application (in the vagina). But there is no need to be afraid of this, because allergy symptoms will go away in just 3 days. After using interferon 2b, symptoms may appear that include chills, fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, muscle pain, headache, joint pain, and sweating. But all these cases may be due to the fact that the daily dose was increased several times.

No severe side effects from the drug were observed. If your body temperature rises after taking the drug, you should take paracetamol at the same time.

The drug "Genferon": reviews

An interferon-based antiviral agent is quite effective. This is exactly what doctors report. Doctors say that, unlike analogues of the drug (Viferon, Kipferon and others), the described medication promotes pain relief and tissue regeneration. This becomes an important factor in the treatment of cervical erosion.

Benzocaine or anesthesin helps relieve pain in damaged membranes. This therapy allows you to avoid the additional use of drugs in this category. Taurine contained in the drug has an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect. Due to this, the effect of interferon is enhanced.

Doctors say that the drug is absolutely safe. That is why it can be prescribed to expectant mothers and babies. The medicine almost never causes adverse reactions. However, with excessive use and self-administration, unpleasant symptoms may occur. That is why, before starting treatment, you need to find out what the instructions for use say about the drug “Genferon” (suppositories).

Components of the drug

As mentioned earlier, the main component of Genferon is interferon - a series of proteins that our body produces in response to the “invasion” of a virus. It is thanks to them that the cells become immune to it and macrophages (cells of the immune system) and antibodies are activated. Human interferon works most effectively against viruses, but can also protect against other parasites. In addition to this component, the candles also include:

• Taurine
• Benzocaine
• Lemon acid
• Purified water
• Hard fat, etc.

Only the first 2 elements have the properties necessary to combat prostatitis; the rest are required to give the suppositories their shape and concentration. Taurine is an amino acid that accelerates the elimination of toxins and reduces the amount of glucose in the blood. It has the following effects on prostate tissue:

1. Improves metabolic processes
2. Accelerates epithelial restoration
3. Increases the stability and viability of cells and their membranes
4. Has an anti-inflammatory effect
5. Enhances interferon activity

Taurine helps the synthesis of seminal fluid and some hormones, it promotes the transmission of nerve impulses through receptors, and affects the body's use of previously stored energy. Benzocaine is a painkiller and has a local anesthetic effect. Its action begins within a minute after absorption into the mucous membrane and lasts about 20 minutes.

Consumer reviews of antiviral suppositories

Women say that this medicine is quite effective. When used in combination, it always shows good results. Patients also talk about the affordable price. One package of Genferon costs approximately 300 rubles. While its analogue “Kipferon”, which can also be used vaginally and rectally, will cost you 700 rubles.

The undoubted advantage of the described medication is that it never stains laundry. The base of the medication does not contain oils or paraffin, unlike its analogue “Viferon”. That is why the use of the medicine does not cause any inconvenience to the fairer sex.

Drug interactions and special instructions

Genferon interacts with some medications. The abstract mentions that the drug, namely benzocaine, significantly reduces the antibacterial activity of sulfonamides.

It should also be noted that the effect of benzocaine, one of the active components of Genferon, is enhanced if the patient simultaneously uses analgesics or anticholinesterase drugs. Combining suppositories with other antibacterial and antiviral drugs is permitted. Moreover, with the inclusion of Genferon in complex therapy, remission of infectious and inflammatory processes can be achieved much faster.

Special instructions:

1. The course should not be interrupted during menstruation. The instructions say that menstruation is not a contraindication to the use of suppositories. If a woman experiences discomfort, then during menstruation she can insert suppositories rectally rather than intravaginally.
2. During treatment, unprotected sexual intercourse should be avoided. Doctors also strongly recommend treating your sexual partner.
3. Genferon does not affect the reaction rate, so during the treatment period you can control the vehicle and work with potentially dangerous mechanisms.

"Genferon Light"

There is also a form of release of the drug specifically for children - “Genferon Light” in the form of suppositories that contain interferon in the amount of 125,000 and 250,000 units. It can be used from birth. If there is no light supplement, then Genferon contains interferon in a higher dosage, which is intended for adult patients.

For the prevention and treatment of influenza and acute respiratory viral infections, the drug "Genferon Light" is used rectally.

Dosage features: up to the age of seven, suppositories of 125,000 units are indicated, from seven years of age and for adult patients - 250,000 units.

Scheme for prevention: once a day, one suppository for a period of ten to thirty days.

As a remedy: twice a day, one suppository for five to ten days.

Which is better Viferon or Genferon

The doctor can answer the question of which remedy is better after examining the patient. Many factors are taken into account - the type of disease, the individual characteristics of the patient’s body, his age, etc.

For children

Both drugs are used in pediatrics. The doctor chooses a medicine depending on the type of disease and the child’s medical history. Both medications can be used in the treatment of children of any age, including infants. The main thing is to choose the right dosage.

If a child suffers from allergies, then Genferon suppositories are recommended, since they do not contain cocoa butter. This substance is an allergen. These suppositories are also good because they are available in a special children’s dosage - 125,000 IU (Genferon Light). They are small in size.

During pregnancy

Viferon in the form of ointment and gel can be used in the treatment of pregnant women at any stage. Suppositories can be prescribed only from 14 weeks. You should adhere to the dosage prescribed by your doctor.

Genferon is allowed to be used by pregnant women for a period of 13-40 weeks. This drug is considered more effective for infections of the reproductive system because it is administered vaginally.

For fungal diseases

Genferon and Viferon are used in the treatment of diseases caused by a fungus of the genus Candida. Doctors often prescribe Genferon due to the possibility of intravaginal administration of suppositories.

For HPV

In the presence of human papilloma virus, Genferon suppositories and Viferon ointment are used. The doctor will tell you which drug is most suitable after examining the patient.

Giaferon – treatment of herpetic infections

An immunomodulatory agent, available in the form of suppositories for vaginal and rectal administration. There are only two active ingredients - interferon alpha (500 thousand IU) and sodium hyaluronate. Used for the treatment of acute or chronic herpetic infections, as well as in the complex treatment of genitourinary diseases.

The main difference from Genferon is the presence of only one dosage of interferon and a rather small list of indications for use. Reviews show that this remedy copes well with the herpes virus, prolonging the remission stage of the disease. The price of the drug is from 160 rubles.

Adverse reactions

Usually the drug is easily tolerated by patients. Sometimes local allergies occur, which manifest themselves as a slight burning sensation of the vagina; this phenomenon disappears 48 hours after stopping treatment with Genferon. You should consult your doctor before continuing therapy.

When taking interferon, fatigue, mild fever, increased temperature, pain in the head and muscles, thrombocytopenia or leukocytopenia may occur if the body has received more than 10,000,000 IU of interferon during the day. However, to date, no cases of such severe adverse reactions have been reported. When body temperature increases, it is recommended to take 1-2 tablets of paracetamol once.

Indications for the use of Genferon Light suppositories

Genferon Light suppositories are prescribed to children for the complex treatment of colds, viral and infectious diseases. The drug is also taken for preventive purposes. It helps the little patient’s body resist pathogenic factors. Due to the immunostimulating effect of suppositories, the child gets sick less often and recovers faster.

Indications for use:

• ARVI;
• pneumonia;
• glomerulonephritis;
• pyelonephritis;
• diphtheria;
• immunodeficiency states;
• cytomegalovirus;
• meningitis;
• sepsis;
• intrauterine infection;
• other diseases, including urogenital infections.

When administered rectally, about 80% of the dose of active components is absorbed directly into the bloodstream without passing through the liver. This is the most gentle method of administration, suitable for children and adults. The drug is often prescribed as a replacement for immunomodulatory tablets or injections if the patient suffers from liver diseases.

How does the drug work and how long does it take to see improvements?

The effect of the drug is due to the active components that are present in its composition.

Interferon alpha-2b is a highly purified recombinant protein produced by the bacterium Escherichia coli into which human interferon alpha-2b is genetically introduced.

As a result, intracellular enzymes are activated, the reaction of the immune system is enhanced, the activity of the immune response against various viruses, parasites and tumor cells increases, and the elimination of foci of pathology in the body is ensured.

Another active substance - taurine - normalizes metabolic processes and participates in the restoration of cells and tissues, has an immunomodulatory effect, antioxidant, helps stop the development of pathology, preserves the biological activity of interferon, enhancing the therapeutic effect of the drug.

Within five hours after administration, the drug reaches its maximum concentration in the body. With proper treatment, improvement in the patient's condition can be observed after just a few days.

Analogs and price

The drug Genferon has no structural analogues for the active substance. However, there is a whole class of similar drugs that have a different chemical structure of their composition:

• Altevir;
• Alfarona;
• Alfaferon;
• Wellferon;
• Grippferon;
• Interferal;
• Interferon alpha-2 human recombinant;
• Intron A;
• Inferon;
• Laifferon;
• Lokferon;
• Oftalmoferon;
• Realdiron;
• Reaferon-EC.

The price of the drug varies depending on the dosage of the drug, as well as the area where the pharmacy is located. In general, this is 200-350 rubles.

Genferon or Viferon – what to choose?

Viferon belongs to the group of modern immunomodulatory drugs; it contains recombinant interfernon alpha-2b, as well as vitamins E and C. This complex, in combination with antioxidants, enhances the immunostimulating and antiviral activity of this drug.

Viferon is one of the modern immunomodulatory drugs, which is available in various dosage forms: ointment, gel, rectal suppositories.

The active ingredient (recombinant human interferon alpha) is a synthetic protein obtained in the laboratory.

This protein corresponds to interferon, which is produced in the human body as a response to infection. It protects tissue cells from the destructive forces of viruses and bacteria.

The drug has also proven itself in the treatment of diseases caused by protozoa and atypical bacteria that have shown resistance to antimicrobial drugs.

Today Viferon is successfully used to treat ureaplasmosis, chlamydia, gardnerellosis and trichomoniasis.

You may be interested in: “Viferon ointment: instructions for use.”

Genferon also contains human recombinant interferon alpha, and in addition the drugs - anesthesin and taurine. The first of them helps to reduce the discomfort associated with genitourinary infections, and the second has all the properties of antioxidants.

Genferon is the newest antiviral agent, which, unlike Viferon, has a slightly different composition. It contains recombinant interferon alpha in combination with taurine and anesthesin. Genferon is available in the form of rectal and vaginal suppositories.

The drug is successfully used to treat genitourinary tract infections, in particular genital herpes, ureaplasmosis, chlamydia, mycoplasmosis, trichomoniasis, gardnerellosis, human papillomavirus infections, cervical erosions, bacterial vaginosis, cervicitis, balanoposthitis, balanitis, urethritis, adnexitis, prostatitis.

Thanks to the interferon included in its composition, the drug has strong antibacterial, antiviral and immunomodulatory properties. Anesthesin blocks the conduction of impulses along nerve fibers, thereby relieving pain, itching and other unpleasant sensations that arise from urogenital infections.

1. In addition to recombinant interferon alpha, Viferon contains vitamins B and C, and Genferon contains taurine and anesthesin.
2. Viferon is available in the form of ointments, gels and rectal suppositories, Genferon - exclusively in the form of vaginal and rectal suppositories.
3. Viferon is used to treat viral infections, as well as to treat diseases caused by protozoa and atypical bacteria. Genferon has strong antibacterial, antiviral and immunomodulatory properties and is used for diseases associated with the urogenital system.

Overdose and side effects

Instructions for the use of Taktivin injections and analogues

The most common side effect when using Genferon is an allergic rash. If the side effect increases, you must stop taking the drug and inform your doctor.

Extremely rare side effects are:

• Increase in temperature to subfebrile and higher;
• Loss of appetite;
• Headache;
• Myalgia.

Important: no cases of drug overdose have been identified to date, as evidenced by reviews of Genferon suppositories. However, you should not exceed the manufacturer's recommended dosage of the drug.

General information about the drug

Depending on the age and diagnosis of the patient, Genferon Light suppositories are intended for rectal and vaginal use. One package contains 5 or 10 pcs. Suppositories are white or pale yellowish in color and cylindrical in shape with a pointed tip.

The main active ingredients of the drug are recombinant interferon alpha 2b and taurine. One suppository contains 125 or 250 thousand IU of interferon. The dosage of the active ingredient is different for other dosage forms. Spray Genferon Light is sold in a dosage of 50 thousand IU. 1 ml of nasal drops contains 10 thousand IU of the substance. Regardless of the release form, the drug provides a complex therapeutic effect:

Genferon for patients over 7 years of age also includes benzocaine. It has a local anesthetic effect, but is contraindicated in children.

Unlike narrow-acting drugs, Genferon Light has broad antimicrobial activity. In addition to viruses and bacteria, it also fights mycoplasmas, fungi and other pathogenic microorganisms. By activating cells previously not involved in the immune response, the drug effectively reduces the risk of developing chronic inflammatory diseases.

Analogs

If necessary, Genferon can be replaced with analogue drugs. These are Kipferon and Viferon. The active component in these drugs is also interferon. The only difference is in the excipients. The effectiveness of the analogues is the same as that from the use of Genferon and Genferon Light.

Important: with frequent viral infections and long-term use of an antiviral drug from the interferon group, doctors recommend changing medications to prevent the virus from getting used to the same components of the drug.

All analogues of Genferon

Analogues in composition and indications for use

The above list of drug analogues, which indicate Genferon substitutes , is the most suitable, since they have the same composition of active ingredients and coincide in indications for use

Analogues by indication and method of use

Different composition, may have the same indication and method of use

Active ingredients

According to the instructions, these candles have the following active ingredients:

• human interferon alpha 2b;
• aminosulfonic acid (taurine);
• benzocaine or anesthesin, which provide local anesthesia.

The drug also contains auxiliary substances, but these are the ones that help fight diseases and alleviate the condition. TheRebenok.ru magazine has collected information about how each of them affects the body.

Interferon has the following properties.

• Effectively copes with viruses. Once in the human body, interferon triggers the process of activating special enzymes that slow down the proliferation of harmful microorganisms. It also suppresses viral signals to reproduce.
• Interferon helps fight not only viruses, but also bacteria. The substance stimulates immune cells, so that the body begins to cope with the disease more productively.
• The substance has an immunomodulatory effect: it not only destroys viruses and bacteria, but also triggers the immune system and strengthens it. It promotes the synthesis of antibodies that are needed for a person to recover.
• Interferon also helps to activate leukocytes in the child’s body. The substance accelerates the immune response and allows the body to cope with the disease itself.

Taurine in the suppositories enhances the effect of interferon, making the drug highly effective. It has a positive effect on cells, promotes their rapid recovery, and their resistance to external influences increases. The substance also helps improve metabolism. It acts as an immunomodulator and has an anti-inflammatory effect, like interferon.

Substances that provide local anesthesia help alleviate the child’s condition and relieve the discomfort that accompanies a cold.

Interaction with other tools

The effectiveness of Genferon will increase significantly if it is used with antibiotics or antimicrobial drugs that help suppress urogenital infections.

It should be borne in mind that long-term treatment with such medications is not recommended, since they have a negative effect on the liver.

Anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed to quickly relieve inflammation, as well as prevent the spread of infection to neighboring organs.

The effect of benzocaine with NSAIDs and anticholinesterase drugs is enhanced. This means that the analgesic effect occurs faster.

Important! Genferon does not affect the speed of reaction and work that requires increased attention, for example, driving a car.

Genferon suppositories during menstruation

This drug is one of the most effective immuno-enhancing drugs. Despite the small amount of active ingredients, the product has an active antiviral effect. The most common are suppositories, but the drug is also available in the form of a nasal spray.

Genferon suppositories for menstruation are very effective, since they contain interferon. This active substance has antiviral, antimicrobial, and immunostimulating properties. Interferon strengthens cells and makes them resistant to various infections.

Another active ingredient of the drug is taurine. It is able to restore cells and tissues more quickly. Thanks to its special properties, it prevents inflammation.

Despite the pronounced activity of the drug, you should think about what will happen from its menstrual use, i.e., whether Genferon can be used during menstruation. During the menstrual cycle, every woman's body undergoes great changes. First of all, its hormonal balance changes, and during the release of the egg, the body’s protective functions decrease several times.

It is during this period that a woman should be able to take care of herself and provide maximum protection to the body. But you should not use conventional medications for this, which can easily cause harm during this period.

If a woman has heavy periods, it is better not to use suppositories. During this period, the action of active interferon will not give the expected effect. But it is worth noting that in cases of severe exacerbations and some diseases, it is advisable to use the drug even during menstruation. You can also use the remedy if the bleeding is not heavy. During this period, you can also achieve good results.

The drug is very effective and can be used for various female diseases. Typically, this medicine is prescribed in two suppositories, which are inserted at intervals of 12 hours. Treatment should be continued for up to 10 days. During menstruation, the dosage is not reduced, and during use the drug effectively copes with viruses, bacteria, and improves immunity.

It is noteworthy that you can use Genferon suppositories during menstruation. During this period, the product reduces the possibility of the appearance of a large number of pathogenic microorganisms. It is in the blood that bacteria multiply best. To avoid this, you can use a drug that will also reduce the possibility of inflammation in the mucosa.

There is no need to pause when starting treatment. This can have a very bad effect on the effectiveness of the product or, in general, reduce its effect to zero. After all, with each new dose of the drug, its effect intensifies.

The medicine can be combined with other pharmacological agents. For example, the drug works very well with vitamins A, B, C, which enhance its effect. You can also use herbal medicine, which helps improve human immunity and also has an antioxidant effect.

Rules for taking the drug

• You should wash your hands and wear sterile gloves.
• When used rectally, the suppository is inserted into the rectum with the sharp end first.
• When administered vaginally, the suppository should be inserted into the vagina with the pointed end first. It is better to squat down, pushing the drug towards the cervix. After this, you need to lie on your back, bend your knees and lie there for 15-20 minutes.
• The first candle is placed before bedtime, the second after 12 hours. During this period, the drug completely dissolves and begins to act.

If a woman is concerned about the question of whether it is possible to insert Genferon suppositories during menstruation, the answer is definitely positive. But if there is too much bleeding, you can also use the product rectally.