Cameton indications for use of the drug
All cases in which the use of this composition is necessary are described in the instructions for use of the “Cameton” product.
You already know what the medicine helps with. However, this is not enough. It is also worth studying the indications for use and finding out in what situations the drug works. The medication is often used in pediatrics, otolaryngology and dentistry. The main indications for its use are the following situations:
- tonsillitis in acute and chronic form (usually in complex therapy);
- sinusitis and sinusitis (together with the use of antibacterial agents);
- viral lesions of the upper respiratory tract (simultaneously with taking immunostimulants);
- symptomatic correction for laryngitis, pharyngitis, diseases of the vocal cords, and so on.
Sometimes the drug is used in dentistry. In this case, the indications for use are determined by the doctor in each individual case.
Review of the best analogues
Many people prefer to choose herbal-based drugs for treatment. Analogues of Cameton are:
- Inhalipt. The drug also has antifungal activity. It is used, among other things, to treat stomatitis.
- Yox. Contains iodine. Used to treat oropharynx. It has more contraindications than Cameton.
- Pinosol. Contains eucalyptus, mint and pine oils. It has several release forms. In the form of drops it is used from 2 years.
- Eucasept. Nasal drops. Used only for non-allergic rhinitis. According to the instructions, use from 2 years is allowed.
- Sage. Lozenges, lozenges. It is used in ENT practice - for the treatment of the oral cavity, for inflammation of the upper respiratory tract.
- Polydexa. Ear drops and nasal spray. Contains antibiotics for topical use. It has a pronounced therapeutic effect due to antibacterial substances.
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Choosing an effective treatment requires special knowledge. Herbal preparations are good at eliminating mild infections and can be used independently.
In case of serious pathologies of the throat and nose, additional use of antibacterial agents is required. In this case, Cameton can be a good addition to antibiotics and used in complex therapy. Therefore, a doctor's advice is necessary so that treatment leads to a quick recovery.
Cameton or Inhalipt
Let's compare two popular drugs: Inhalipt and Cameton. Both drugs contain eucalyptus oils, as well as menthol and mint, which allows them to have bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties. The indications for both drugs are to treat the throat. But will they help with sore throat?
Both drugs have a powerful analgesic effect. Although Ingalipt will be weaker in this regard, since it contains mint, instead of menthol, Ingalipt and Kameton are effective drugs in the fight against various infectious pathogens, such as streptococci, staphylococci and pneumococci. Ingalipt, like Kameton, is indicated for use in inflammatory processes on the tonsils, with laryngitis and pharyngitis, as well as stomatitis. Cameton is practically useless for stomatitis
Ingalipt can be used by children from 3 years of age, so it can be noted that it is safer than Kameton Aerosol Ingalipt has some side effects, such as vomiting, nausea and headache Kameton and Ingalipt are produced in the form of sprays and aerosols, which makes it possible to use for the throat and nose In addition, it is important to note the pricing policy: Ingalipt and Kameton can be purchased at the pharmacy at approximately the same cost, so one of the two drugs is enough to treat a runny nose or throat
For a sore throat, the doctor may prescribe either Ingalipt or Cameton, which are intended not to treat it, but to eliminate inflammatory processes and relieve pain symptoms. To cure a sore throat of even the mildest severity, you will need to use a much more powerful antibiotic.
Doctors say that Kameton is prescribed to children with sore throat in the initial stages to eliminate the symptoms of cough and pain when swallowing. A spray for sore throat in adults can be prescribed by a doctor, but only for first aid, in order to prevent the development of complications of the disease.
Cameton is a medicine intended for local use. The product has an antimicrobial effect and successfully copes with inflammation.
The drug helps eliminate ENT infections, and is not inferior in effectiveness to ointments and tablets that have a similar principle of action. If acute inflammation occurs in the nasopharynx, the substance should be combined with antibacterial therapy.
What is Kameton aerosol spray from?
Chlorobutanol has an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect.
Camphor, being a natural irritant, helps to intensify blood circulation at the site of application, promotes regeneration processes and stimulates a protective reaction.
Levomenthol has an analgesic effect. Its effect is felt as a slight chill at the site of application.
Eucalyptus oil is a traditional component of many antibacterial throat and nose sprays. Eucalyptus is known for its antimicrobial activity.
Each component of Kameton has an antiseptic effect to one degree or another. Together they create a triple effect:
- antimicrobial;
- anti-inflammatory;
- painkiller.
With a runny nose
Cameton is used for a runny nose after first clearing the nasal passages of impurities.
- If there is nasal congestion, it is eliminated with the help of vasoconstrictor drops.
- Next, rinse your nose with water using a special device, for example, Dolphin or Aqua Maris.
- Kameton is sprayed into the cleansed nasal cavity during the inhalation phase 1-2 times into each nostril.
For throat diseases
The substances included in Cameton are active against microorganisms that most often cause inflammation of the throat:
- streptococci;
- staphylococci.
Instructions for use of the Kameton aerosol inform consumers that the drug is active against fungal infections, in particular those caused by the Candida fungus.
Kameton's analogues
Medicine | Action and properties |
Ingalipt | A popular drug containing sulfonamides has antimicrobial properties |
Miramistin | Contains new generation antibacterial components, ensuring its effectiveness in ENT diseases |
Agisept | Lozenges with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects, used for sore throat and other throat diseases |
Hexoral | An effective spray against colds, maintains pharmacological activity for 12 hours, used morning and evening |
Angilex | A solution with hexetidine with pronounced antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial characteristics, eliminates pain and redness of the larynx |
Decathylene | Antiseptic drug used for bacterial infections of the larynx and oral mucosa |
Anti-angina | An analogue of Cameton spray, which is used for inflammatory processes in the larynx or upper respiratory tract |
Cameton is an effective pharmacological drug that is used in the complex treatment of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the larynx. Relieves pain, redness and swelling of mucous tissues, improves the patient’s overall well-being, and helps stop inflammation.
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Analogs
Instead of Cameton, drugs with a similar therapeutic effect can be used, for example:
- Inhalipt. This multi-component spray, containing streptocide, eucalyptus and peppermint oil, is prescribed to children over 3 years of age.
- Hexoral. This spray or solution is not for use in children under 3 years of age. Its main ingredient is the antiseptic hexethidine.
- Lugol. A spray with this name, containing iodine, is used from 5 years.
- Yox. This drug based on povidone-iodine and allantoin is used in children over 8 years of age.
- Miramistin. This antiseptic is prescribed to children over three years of age. It is produced in solution and spray.
For more information about Kameton spray, see the video below.
There are no complete analogues of Cameton on sale; there are only its substitutes according to the therapeutic group
Inhalipt. A combined drug produced in the form of an aerosol or spray for topical use for infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity. As active components, it contains sulfonamides, which cause the death of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria; mint and eucalyptus oils stop inflammation and have an antimycotic effect against fungi of the genus Candida. Inhalipt is contraindicated if its composition is intolerant. It is approved for the treatment of children over 3 years of age, pregnant and lactating patients.
- Tantum Verde. The drug is available in the form of a spray, rinse solution and lozenges. As an active component, it contains benzydamine hydrochloride, which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is used in otolaryngology and dentistry. The drug has a local anesthetic effect and is effective against most microorganisms. In the form of a spray, the medication can be used in patients over 3 years of age. The drug should not be used during pregnancy and lactation.
- Hexoral. An antiseptic that contains hexetidine as an active ingredient. The medication causes the death of gram-positive bacteria, fungi and viruses. It is available in tablets, spray, and rinse solution. According to strict indications, the drug is approved for the treatment of pregnant and lactating patients. The spray is approved for children over 3 years of age; it needs to be sprayed only 2 times a day.
Despite the fact that Kameton can be purchased without a prescription, self-medication is not recommended. Only a specialist can correctly diagnose, decide on medication and select a treatment regimen.
Based on their composition, active substances and pharmacological effect on the body, the following analogues of Cameton, produced in factories in Russia and foreign countries, are distinguished:
- Agisept;
- Angisept;
- Angilex;
- Sore throat;
- Anginovag;
- Anzibel;
- Anti-angina;
- Hexalize;
- Hexaspray;
- Givalex;
- Gorpils;
- Gripcold;
- Decathylene;
- Inhalipt;
- Igastreptolipt.
Indications for use of the spray
As defined, Kameton is a pharmacological product, presented in the form of a spray, which is used to treat ENT diseases. In view of this, the described remedy is prescribed and used for sore throat, as well as a runny nose. It should be noted that Kameton provides both symptomatic and general treatment of diseases affecting the nasopharynx
It is important to differentiate between ailments, since this drug can only be effective in a number of cases, for specific diseases. Therefore, below is a more detailed description of the situations in which it is appropriate to use this therapeutic agent and what it treats.
Why is it sprayed in the nose?
Most people are accustomed to the fact that sprays are a dosage form intended for administering a drug into the throat cavity; for this reason, a completely appropriate question may arise: is it possible? It is certainly possible, since this drug is a combination drug that provides a therapeutic effect for any infectious ENT diseases.
Application for throat
Cametone has a number of properties that can not only alleviate the patient’s condition symptomatically, but also completely cure the disease. It should be noted that if you use the drug in a timely manner, when the infection has just penetrated the larynx, this can help avoid the disease. The therapeutic effect is based on the fact that the medicine completely kills pathogenic organisms that have a pathological effect on the body.
Contraindications to the use of the drug
About a drug such as “Cameton” (spray), the instructions for use indicate that it is not used in children under the age of five. This is due to the possibility of a reaction to this medication. The drug is not prescribed to persons with individual hypersensitivity to one of the components.
If you do not take into account the information provided about the drug “Cameton” (spray) in the instructions for use, then you may well encounter the development of side effects. These include nausea, headache, allergies in the form of rash and itching. Less commonly, swelling of the larynx and vocal cords may be detected. A preliminary consultation with a doctor and familiarization with the instructions for use will help to avoid such a reaction.
Rules for using the drug
Patients often ask the question, is it possible to spray stone in the nose? The answer is clear: it is recommended to use cameton as a remedy for nasal congestion during a runny nose. Why?
The fact is that the active substance, which is contained in most throat medications and initially helps with a runny nose, after prolonged use causes the opposite effect, that is, it worsens a runny nose.
However, Kameton contains essential oils and allows them to be retained in the nasopharynx, since its particles cannot be inhaled. The bottles have a dosing valve that will prevent an overdose from occurring.
For a complex cold, Kameton will not cure the entire ear-nose-throat system: for complete treatment, you can use drops in the ears, for example, Otipax.
We have already learned at what age Asmeton can be used. Age is determined by the fact that children under 5 years old do not know how to control their breathing and will resist a foreign object in the mouth.
For children under five years of age, tablets are more suitable. Adults need to perform 2-4 irrigations per application, and children need one spray.
After completing the procedure, you must refrain from eating for an hour.
Contraindications
As for contraindications for cameton, there are no specific restrictions on the use of this drug. So, the main restrictions are:
- Pregnancy;
- Lactation;
- Sensitivity to the components included in the drug.
- Children under 5 years old.
There are no strict restrictions regarding the pregnancy period, since it can be used during pregnancy at 5 months. When breastfeeding, you must follow clear instructions so as not to harm the fragile child’s body. Most doctors are of the opinion that the drug should not be used during lactation, since the ethanol contained in Cameton is excreted along with mother's milk. The sensitive body of a newborn does not have a protective function to deal with such substances.
Cametone release form
Oromucosal and nasal spray or aerosol.
Cametone is a transparent, colorless with a yellow tint, oily liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor. The liquid is contained in an aluminum aerosol can with a dispenser valve. The balloon is equipped with a nasal nozzle in the form of a sprayer with a protective cap. When leaving the container, the medicine is sprayed into aerosol jets.
Pharmacology
The drug is a combination drug, the effect is determined by the components that are included in its composition. Eucalyptus oil and chlorobutanol hemihydrate create an antimicrobial effect, camphor provides mild local anesthesia, and menthol provides a local cooling sensation and constricts blood vessels. This also leads to local anesthesia, reducing blood flow and swelling of the affected area. If you apply cameton topically, it provides anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and mild anesthesia to the treated area, after which breathing normalizes. This has a deodorizing effect and a moisturizing effect on the mucous membrane. This occurs due to the occlusive effect, which is associated with the presence of the hydrophobic solvent isopropyl myristate. The combination of all these properties allows for complex therapy of inflammatory processes in the upper respiratory tract.
Cameton indications
Aerosol Kameton is used for the local treatment of acute and chronic infectious inflammatory diseases of the nose and throat (in the acute stage). These are tonsillitis, pharyngitis, rhinitis and laryngitis.
Contraindication for use is sensitivity to any component of the drug.
Features of using Kameton
When using the drug Kameton in the nose, do not tilt your head back or turn the balloon over. It is not recommended to use the same cylinder at the same time for a certain number of people to avoid the spread of infection. It is necessary to avoid contact with eyes when spraying. It is forbidden to disassemble the cylinder and give it to children. Protect from blows. Before directly administering Cameton, it is necessary to clear the nose of accumulated mucus. Treatment of the mucous membrane of the throat is carried out after eating; before this, the oral cavity should be rinsed with warm boiled water. At the end of the procedure, a protective cap is put on the sprayer.
Pharmacological properties
The active substance "Kameton" for the nose has a weak analgesic, as well as disinfecting and anti-inflammatory effect. Camphor has an irritating and disinfecting effect, improves microcirculation at the site of application.
Levomenthol has an analgesic, disinfecting and local irritating effect, which is accompanied by a feeling of cold, as well as tingling or burning.
Eucalyptus stimulates nerve endings that are located on the mucous membranes. In addition, it has a slight disinfecting effect and suppresses inflammatory processes.
Differences between dosage forms
Spray and aerosol are equally effective for sore throat, rhinitis and other colds, since they contain identical active ingredients. The difference between dosage forms lies in the auxiliary components of the drug. Cameton in the form of an aerosol contains a propellant - a gas, which is necessary to ensure pressure in the bottle. For this purpose, tetrafluoroethane and difluorodichloromethane are used. These gases are non-toxic and quickly transform into a liquid state. They ensure that the drug emulsion is pushed out of the bottle.
The spray contains no gas. The medicine is removed from the bottle using an ordinary spray bottle. In addition to the active ingredients, water, ethyl alcohol in small quantities and thickening agents are added to the spray. In the absence of gas, the medicinal emulsion quickly becomes heterogeneous, so you need to shake the bottle before use.
How to use
For rhinitis, pharyngitis, tracheitis, and sore throat, “Cameton” can be used topically, locally. For systemic use and oral use, the medication is prohibited. It is recommended to first consult with your doctor, since the frequency and duration of use varies from case to case. The aerosol is manufactured for inhalation use.
The medication is sprayed into the oral cavity and nasal passages. To use the drug, you need to remove the protective cap, then insert the head of the drug into the oral cavity and press the base of the sprayer. For the next couple of seconds, they actively inhale the suspension of oily liquid that appears in the air. It is necessary to repeat the administration of the drug three to four times a day.
It is noted that the use of the drug has not only pronounced positive aspects (in particular, the drug is good for sore throat). "Cameton" can cause side effects, although these are very rare. From the official instructions accompanying the drug, it is known that taking it can provoke allergies. However, no other side effects could be detected. In order not to encounter such a consequence, it is necessary to avoid using the medication if the body is characterized by increased susceptibility to any substance included in the combined composition.
Adverse reactions
Cameton spray causes virtually no side effects. In rare cases, allergic reactions caused by hypersensitivity to the components of the drug are possible:
- sore or burning throat;
- dry mucous membranes;
- dyspnea;
- swelling of the face or tongue;
- skin rashes;
- hives;
The occurrence of at least one of the listed symptoms should be a signal to immediately stop using the aerosol. In this case, you need to consult a doctor to prescribe an alternative treatment option.
In case of an overdose of the drug, nausea and vomiting may occur. To eliminate unpleasant symptoms, you need to gargle with warm boiled water and take any of the available enterosorbents: Polysorb, Enterosgel, Activated carbon.
Description of the product Ingalipt
Inhalipt is a local antibacterial agent. Contains sulfanilamide, thymol, mint, eucalyptus. Available in spray form. Produced in Russia.
This is a combination drug for topical use. The main indications will be infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract.
Research and effectiveness
Inhalipt is a drug with unproven effectiveness. The drug is produced only in the Russian Federation and Ukraine. There are no clinical studies showing its effectiveness. The use of sulfonamides, which are part of the drug, is now prohibited in many countries.
Ingalipt can cause severe adverse reactions such as erythema, nephrotoxicity, agranulocytosis, and anemia. WHO has recognized the use of sulfonamides as unjustified, which is due to the good resistance of infectious agents to them. There is an alternative in the form of antibiotics, which are more effective and safe.
Despite this, it is still produced in the Russian Federation by many pharmaceutical companies.
Sources: Consolidated List of Products - Whose Consumption and/or Sale Have Been Banned, Withdrawn, Severely Restricted or Not Approved by Governments, Twelfth Issue. Pharmaceuticals. United Nations. New York, 2005.
Contraindications
Inhalipt spray cannot be used when the following conditions and disorders exist:
- intolerance to essential oils;
- hypersensitivity to sulfonamides;
- up to 3 years.
Due to the alcohol content, the drug should be used with caution when operating machinery and driving. An alcohol test may result in a positive result.
During pregnancy, Ingalipt can be used, but under medical supervision. According to the instructions, the spray does not contain substances that can negatively affect newborns, so the drug can be used while breastfeeding.
It is recommended to consult a doctor first. The spray contains strong allergens, so if you are prone to allergies, there may be adverse reactions.
Side effects
The use of Ingalipt may be accompanied by an allergic reaction. There is a risk of respiratory depression and bronchospasm due to the content of essential oils. Nausea, vomiting, a burning sensation in the area of application, redness of the mucous membrane, and general weakness may also occur.
If any undesirable manifestations occur, you should consult your doctor. It may be necessary to discontinue the drug and switch to another drug.
Dosage
Inhalipt spray is applied topically. It is allowed to be used by adults and children over 3 years of age. Irrigation of the throat is carried out 3-4 times a day, 2-3 sprays per session. The course of therapy can last 7-10 days depending on the clinical picture of the disease.
An overdose of the drug is accompanied by increased side effects. In this case, the use of the medicine is stopped. To relieve symptoms, rinse your mouth well. In case of severe side effects, symptomatic therapy is carried out.
Who is it suitable for?
Inhalipt is prescribed for:
- tonsillitis;
- ulcerative and aphthous laryngitis;
- pain syndrome due to influenza, sore throat, RVI.
Tips for use and dosage for adults
Before administering Cameton, preparation of the mucous membranes is required. The mouth and throat should be rinsed with water, and the nasal passages should be cleared of mucus.
Remove the top cap from the bottle and, if necessary, put on the nozzle. Before administration, you need to fill it with medicine, for which you do 2 presses on the sprayer.
For the throat
In order for Kameton to reach the mucous membranes and be evenly distributed throughout the throat, the instructions recommend inhaling during application. If you hold your breath, most of the product will remain in the mouth.
Adults use a dose that is provided by 2-4 injections. To capture the upper and lower parts of the larynx, part of the application can be done while inhaling, and part - while holding the breath. Using both methods together, you can irrigate the entire surface well.
According to the instructions, the drug is used 3-4 times a day, treatment needs to be done for 5-7 days.
For the nose
The nozzle is inserted half a centimeter into the nasal passage and the drug is sprayed while inhaling. 1-2 presses on the dispenser are enough for each nostril.
When treating rhinitis, Cameton is used 3-4 times a day for no more than 10 days.
Let us remind you that after use, according to the instructions, you need to rinse the nozzle. You should not give your canister to other people to prevent transmission of infection.
How to give Cameton to children
The instructions state the age limit for using Kameton is 5 years. The doctor decides at what age this medicine can be given to a child. If a specialist recommended earlier use, you should be aware that before 3 years of age, the use of spray products is prohibited due to the risk of bronchospasm.
Recommended regimens and dosages for children:
- At any age up to 12 years, one spray into the nose (every stroke), 1-2 applications on the throat is enough.
- 12-15 years old. The nose is irrigated once per nostril; for the oropharynx, 2 injections are required.
- For adolescents over 15 years of age, according to the instructions, an adult treatment regimen is used - 2 times in the nose, 2-3 times in the throat.
Treatment is carried out in the usual course - 3-4 times a day, duration - 3-10 days.
Features of use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
The official instructions indicate that the use of Cameton during pregnancy is possible if there are no negative effects.
Gynecologists recommend refraining from treatment in the 1st trimester, during the development of all organs in the fetus
Great care should also be taken in the last month of carrying a child.
Note that the spray and aerosol contain an equal amount of medicinal components, but the aerosol preparation also contains a propellant to create a fine suspension. To reduce the possible danger to a woman and child, you need to choose Kameton in spray form.
Question answer
Question No. 1. Can Cameton be used instead of vasoconstrictor nasal drops?
Answer: Drugs in this group effectively eliminate a runny nose, but often cause side effects such as dryness and bleeding of the mucous membrane. In addition, vasoconstrictor drops are not recommended for use for more than 5-7 days due to the development of addiction. Cametone and other sprays that contain essential oils are milder and can be prescribed for 14 days. Such medications are recommended either instead of vasoconstrictor drops or after their discontinuation.
Question No. 2. How is the spray prescribed during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Answer: During pregnancy and lactation, it is necessary to limit the frequency of administration, daily dosage and duration of therapy as much as possible. Cameton is injected into the mouth and nose with 1 press of the spray no more than 2-3 times a day. The course of treatment is continued for 3-5 days.
After the acute symptoms have subsided: runny nose, sore throat, pain when swallowing, they switch to rinsing the oropharynx with herbal decoctions and irrigating the nasal passages with saline solutions. It must be remembered that Kameton can be used by pregnant and lactating women only after permission from a doctor.
Question No. 3. Can the spray be used in children under 5 years of age?
Answer: In the instructions for the drug, age under 5 years is stated as a contraindication to therapy. In some cases, pediatricians may allow the use of the spray at a younger age. The contraindication is not related to the toxic effect of the drug on the child’s body, but to the impossibility of prescribing due to the age characteristics of young patients. Children often swallow the spray or inhale its vapor, which reduces the effectiveness of therapy.
Indications
The instructions indicate that the indications for the use of Cameton are due to the following diseases:
- laryngitis
- tonsillitis (chronic form)
- pharyngitis
- rhinitis
In addition, this remedy helps with sinusitis, as a result of which the drug cleanses the nasal cavity. Of course, this remedy is not able to cure sinusitis on its own, but it can be prescribed in combination with other drugs.
Indications for use make it possible to use the drug for those people who have chronic types of diseases of the nose or throat. Therefore, knowing these indications, you can see that it is better not to carry out unauthorized treatment for sinusitis, but to immediately consult a doctor so that he can prescribe truly effective remedies.
Contraindications specific to this drug should also be highlighted. Cameton is contraindicated for use by children under 5 years of age, as well as by people who are intolerant to the components of this product.
Allergic reactions to the drug are possible, so it is important to check your well-being the first time after taking it.
Indications and contraindications
Cameton spray is recommended for diseases of the upper respiratory tract with acute and chronic course. The drug is prescribed for rhinitis, sinusitis (sinusitis), inflammation of the back wall of the pharynx (pharyngitis) and tonsils (sore throat), tonsillitis. Cametone is also used to rinse the mouth in cases of stomatitis or gingivitis (inflammation of the gums).
The medicine is contraindicated in case of an allergic reaction to active and additional components. The spray is not prescribed to children under 5 years of age.
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Method of application of the composition: two main methods
As you already know, the medicine “Cameton” (aerosol) has a dual use. It is applied directly to the inflamed tonsils and larynx. The product is also sprayed into the nasal passages to treat pathologies in this area.
When using for the first time, you need to put the nozzle on the can, after which you should make several presses. When a cloud comes out of the tip, you can start using the medicine.
- Insert the nozzle into the nostril and spray one or two times. At the same time, you need to take a deep breath. You can repeat the manipulation up to three times a day. Before this, it is recommended to thoroughly clean the nasal passages by rinsing.
- The drug is sprayed into the larynx 2-4 doses up to four times a day. In this case, the break between using the composition should be the same. The medicine is sprayed while inhaling. Next, you need to exhale through your nose.
After using the drug in the throat area, it is not recommended to eat or drink for one hour. This is why doctors usually recommend using the aerosol after meals.
Description of the dosage form
Aerosol for topical use, dosed Spray for topical use Spray for local use, dosed Oral hygiene product "KAMETON-Vialine" in the form of a spray combines antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Compound
camphor 300 mg menthol racemic 300 mg chlorobutanol hemihydrate 300 mg eucalyptus oil 300 mg camphor 200 mg levomenthol 200 mg chlorobutanol hemihydrate 200 mg eucalyptus oil 200 mg Excipients: vaseline oil, emulsifier “Solid-2” (T-2), polysorbate 80 , purified water. chlorobutanol hydrate 100 mg, camphor 100 mg, menthol 100 mg, eucalyptus oil 100 mg, vaseline oil. chlorobutanol hydrate 300 mg, camphor, racemic menthol 300 mg, eucalyptus oil 300 mg, vaseline oil.
Antiseptic
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local anesthetic
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The medication is used topically. “Kameton” can be sprayed into the nose. It must be sprayed into the nasal cavity while inhaling. When using Cameton, the bottle should be at an angle of 90 degrees.
Each irrigation is accompanied by two or three sprays. Four procedures can be performed per day. During treatment with this drug, it is allowed to use any other drugs, since there is no danger of interaction between the substances.
According to the instructions for use of "Cameton" in the nose, it is known that the drug is injected into the nasal passages. A one-time concentration of the active substance for adolescents over 15 years of age and adult patients is one or two irrigations in each nostril. "Kameton" for children from 5 to 12 years old is prescribed to be injected once into each nasal passage.
Children from 12 to 15 years old are prescribed two irrigations in both nostrils. Frequency of use is three to four times a day. The course of therapy usually varies from 3 to 10 days. During pregnancy, the medication can be used three times a day, two injections. The drug is prohibited for use by children under 5 years of age.
Release form options and composition
The drug is available in two forms with the same composition of useful components - spray and aerosol.
Cameton is in aluminum or glass bottles of different volumes (15-45 milliliters). The medicine is produced by several Russian factories (Pharmstandard, Samaramedprom, Moskhimfarmpreparaty and others), so the appearance of the container, packaging and instructions may vary.
The bottle is tightly sealed, the solution is under pressure. The atomizer of the medicine in aerosol products is placed on the bottle; in sprays, the nozzle can be removed and put on again. On top of the spray device there is a protective cap that must be used to close the bottle after use.
At the moment of spraying, the solution combines with air particles and turns into a volatile mixture with a eucalyptus-menthol odor. The particles of the substance have an oily structure.
Components of Cameton per 1 gram of medicine - spray:
- chlorobutanol hydrate – 20 milligrams;
- camphor – 20 milligrams;
- menthol – 20 milligrams;
- eucalyptus oil – 20 milligrams;
- additional - water, petroleum jelly, others.
The aerosol medicine, according to the instructions, contains per 30 grams:
- chlorobutanol hydrate – 100 milligrams;
- camphor – 100 milligrams;
- menthol – 100 milligrams;
- eucalyptus oil – 100 milligrams.
In addition to the classic types of Kameton, there are:
- Kameton-Health forte. The medicine is in the form of a spray and differs from the usual one in additional components. Volume – 25 grams. According to the instructions, it is suitable for nasal and oromucosal (throat) use. Contains hexethidine.
- Cameton Vialine, Armenia. The composition is supplemented with mint. The drug, according to the instructions, is used for preventive treatment of the oral cavity.
All release forms, when applied, are conveniently dosed with nozzles. Can be used to treat the nose and throat.
KAMETON spray for topical use
Kameton spray, 20 g, pcs KAMETON spray is intended for the treatment of acute inflammatory diseases of the nasal cavities, mouth and pharynx and larynx. | 33,55 | RUR | 10 % |
KAMETON spray is intended for the treatment of acute inflammatory diseases of the nasal cavities, mouth and pharynx and larynx: rhinitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, etc. It has an antimicrobial effect, is active against gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms.
KAMETON is a combination drug, the effect of which is determined by its constituent components.
Chlorobutanol hydrate has a mild anesthetic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.
Camphor has an irritating and partly antiseptic effect, increases blood flow at the site of application.
Menthol has a local irritant effect, accompanied by a feeling of cold, slight burning and tingling, has a local anesthetic effect, and also has weak antiseptic properties.
Eucalyptus oil has a stimulating effect on mucous membrane receptors and also has weak local anti-inflammatory and antiseptic activity.
Due to low systemic absorption, data on the pharmacokinetics of the drug are not available.
Method of administration and dose. Locally. KAMETON spray is sprayed into the mouth or nose during the inhalation phase. Before use, the non-removable nozzle is installed at an angle of 90° to the bottle for irrigation of the oral cavity or at any convenient angle for irrigation of the nasal cavity. The end of the nozzle is inserted into the oral or nasal cavity (into the nasal cavity to a depth of 0.5 cm) and pressed on the head of the microdoser valve.
During one inhalation session, 2-3 sprays are carried out. The frequency of inhalations is usually 3-4 times a day.
Release form: Spray for topical use of 20 g in glass bottles, sealed with a crimp microspray and equipped with a spray guide nozzle or in 24 ml bottles (orange glass or plastic) with a microspray without a protective cap.
Conditions for dispensing from pharmacies. Over the counter.
Contraindications. Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Children's age (up to 5 years).
Side effect. Individual intolerance and allergic reactions in the form of skin rash are possible.
Release form. Spray for topical use, 20 g in glass bottles, sealed with a crimp microspray and equipped with a non-removable spray guide.
Features and advantages of KAMETON spray with microspray (dosing pump):
Possibility of carrying out a full course of treatment at home, at work, in transport:
The compactness of the packaging allows you to carry the drug with you all the time (the dimensions of the bottle of KAMETON spray are 30x30x90).
Visual inspection of the drug in the package:
The transparent bottle allows you to see both the quantity and quality of the drug in the package.
Ease of use:
the spray nozzle rotates to any convenient angle; there is no need to put it on and take it off every time you use it.
Finely dispersed uniform spraying of the drug:
uniform and homogeneous treatment of the inflamed area of the oral cavity with the drug.
Chemical and mechanical safety:
Complete explosion and pyrosafety is ensured by the design of the bottle and microspray dispenser.
The volume of the drug (20g - approximately 20 ml) is sufficient for the full course of treatment.
Composition and properties of Kameton
Kameton is an antiseptic for treating the nasal cavity and throat.
The therapeutic effect of using the drug is achieved through a combination of the properties of the active substances included in its composition:
- Chlorobutanol. Prevents harmful bacteria and fungi from multiplying. Has analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.
- Eucalyptus oil. Kills pathogenic microorganisms (staphylococci and streptococci), thereby eliminating infectious inflammation.
Eucalyptus oil is often used in the treatment of flu and sore throat.
- Camphor. Improves breathing and relieves nasal congestion, as it dilutes mucus well and facilitates easy separation of the viscous substance from the nasopharyngeal mucosa.
- Levomenthol (or its analogue racementol). Relieves pain and soothes sore throat.
Composition, action and rules for using Kameton
Cameton is a combination drug for the treatment of acute laryngitis, pharyngitis, rhinitis, tonsillitis, etc. Its main active ingredient is chlorobutanol. This substance has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic properties and a moderate local anesthetic effect.
The composition also includes camphor, which has a certain irritating effect; the substance increases blood circulation at the site of application.
Another component of the drug is levomethanol, it gives a feeling of cold, has a distracting effect and eliminates pain.
The eucalyptus oil included in the composition has mild anti-inflammatory and antiseptic activity, having a slight effect on the receptors of the mucous membranes.
It is not recommended to use Kameton for children under the age of five, as children are hypersensitive to the components of the drug. Therefore, before using Cameton for a child, you should definitely consult with your doctor.
How to use?
Cameton is used only locally. Cametone is sprayed into the nose or throat during the inhalation phase.
During one session, two or three sprays are carried out with a frequency of three to four times a day.
When spraying Kameton, you should not throw your head back and turn the container upside down. Avoid getting it in your eyes. Cylinders of the drug must be protected from shock and direct sunlight; they must not be broken, heated, burned or pierced, even when they are empty.
Cameton can be used at home, at work or in transport. The compact packaging of the aerosol allows you to carry it with you.
The shelf life of the medicine is two years.
Store at a temperature of 3 to 25 degrees out of the reach of children.
Kameton is produced in Russia.
With prolonged use of this medicine, addiction to it may occur.
Available without a prescription.
Composition and release form
This popular remedy is used to treat pathologies of the ENT organs. The substance is a combination drug, since its composition includes several active ingredients. These include the following:
- levomenthol;
- camphor;
- Eucalyptus oil;
- chlorobutanol hemihydrate.
Each of the ingredients of the medicine performs specific functions, but their combination helps to cope with swelling of the mucous membranes of the affected area. Thanks to this, it is possible to reduce blood flow and cope with pain.
The medicine has a pronounced therapeutic effect. With its help, you can quickly eliminate acute inflammation in the nasopharynx. The product also helps to cope with pathogenic microorganisms. Cametone has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
The drug is produced in the form of a spray and aerosol. Bottles are usually made of aluminum. It is much less common to find containers made of glass - sprays are usually placed in such packaging.
Each of these release forms has a metering spray. By pressing it, the drug will enter the respiratory system. The spray package contains a long nozzle, which is equipped with a folding tube. In appearance, the drug resembles an oily liquid. It has a transparent consistency and a characteristic aroma.
All ingredients of the drug act on the mucous membrane for a long time. At the same time, they practically do not penetrate into the general bloodstream and do not affect the general condition of the body. The medicine retains its active effect for 6-8 hours.
Composition of the drug Cameton
We should start with the fact that Kameton is a drug for local use, presented in the form of a spray. A specific remedy is used to treat acute inflammatory processes affecting the nasopharynx. The described pharmacological product has a pronounced therapeutic effect, due to which the drug is very popular among drugs of this class. The effect achieved with Kameton is achieved thanks to its component composition.
Since a particular drug is a combination drug, it contains several active components that provide a therapeutic effect. The main substance included in the spray is chlorobutanol hydrate. It is a white, poorly water-soluble crystalline powder that has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and mild local anesthetic effects.
Another important active component is camphor, which is obtained by processing certain vegetable oils, including camphor laurel. The substance provides local anesthesia, disinfection and tissue irritation, as a result of which, after the component enters the mucous membranes, a large amount of blood flows to them.
At the same time, menthol is present as one of the anesthetic substances in Kameton, which may cause a feeling of cold when using the spray. This component is used to reduce the discomfort and pain that occurs in the throat and nose during a cold.
It is important to note that eucalyptus oil is one of the most important elements of the medicine. It performs a dual role, providing easier breathing due to reduced inflammation and implementing an antiseptic process as part of the treatment of ENT ailments
Instructions for use of Cametone Method and dosage
Before irrigation, the mouth should be rinsed with water. For diseases of the pharynx and larynx, balloons without a metering valve are used. If a sprayer is attached to the bottle, put it on and make 2-3 test presses until the solution begins to spray out. The nebulizer is inserted into the oral cavity and the medicine is injected. The drug is kept in the oral cavity for up to 5 minutes.
For maximum effect, it is best not to inhale or swallow the throat spray. Therefore, the drug can only be used for children over 6–8 years of age who can control their breathing and do not resist a foreign object in the mouth.
For adults, 2-4 sprays are applied to the right and left side of the pharynx per application, for children 6-12 years old - 1 spray, for older children - 2 sprays. Frequency of use 3-4 times a day, duration of treatment 7 days.
The instructions for Kameton contain warnings that after spraying you should not take liquid or food for an hour. Avoid contact with eyes. After use, the sprayer should be rinsed with water.
Please note that Kameton is available in two forms - spray and aerosol. These are different dosage forms and they differ in the principle of drug delivery (a propellant gas is always present in the aerosol) and particle sizes
An aerosol is a suspension with a particle size of 1-5 microns (such particles are inhaled and enter the lower respiratory sections), a spray has larger particles of 10-50 microns, so there is no danger of inhalation. If you spray while inhaling, the Cameton aerosol will settle in a small amount in the oropharynx, but will mainly end up in the lower respiratory tract. In this case, there is a greater likelihood of systemic action than local action. You need to pay attention to this when purchasing the drug at the pharmacy and use it correctly.
Below we will find out whether pregnant women can use Cameton.
Kameton in the nose
Is it possible to spray Kameton in the nose? Long-term use of decongestants
(
vasoconstrictor drugs
that eliminate nasal congestion) can cause the opposite effect - increase runny nose and nasal congestion, and therefore they can be used for 3-5 days.
For longer-term use, preparations containing essential oils are recommended, for example, Evkazolin
, or Kameton. When you have a runny nose, it is more advisable to use Kameton spray. As we found out earlier, its particles cannot be inhaled, and they linger in the nasopharynx. In addition, it is available in bottles with a dosing valve, which prevents overdose of the drug.
In the treatment of rhinitis
you need to clear your nose of mucus. Do not tilt your head back, hold the can vertically and insert the sprayer to a depth of 0.5 cm. Injection should be carried out during the “inhalation” phase. For adults, 2-3 sprays are applied into the nostril at a time, for children 5-12 years old - 1 spray, for children 12-15 years old - 2 sprays. The drug is used 3-4 times a day for 7-10 days.
Features of application
Spray and aerosol Kameton must be protected from impacts and not sprayed near an open fire. Care must be taken to ensure that the solution does not get into the eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with warm running water. The cylinder nozzle must be closed with a protective cap. After use, the sprayer is washed or wiped with a damp cloth.
Before introducing the spray into the nose, it is necessary to clear its cavities of mucus and crusts. The nozzle is inserted into each nostril 5 mm and pressed on the sprayer. Before inhalation of the throat and mouth, rinsing with boiled water is recommended. The nozzle is inserted into the mouth at a right angle and irrigation is carried out on each tonsil, on the back wall of the pharynx, on the affected areas of the inner surface of the cheeks and gums. During the procedure, the head is held vertically and not tilted back.
Inhalations for children are carried out with caution only after a doctor’s prescription in order to avoid bronchospasm and breathing problems. After administration, children and adults need to keep the solution in the mouth for 5-7 minutes, trying not to inhale or swallow the medicine. There should be a pause of at least 40-60 minutes between the administration of the spray and the intake of food/liquid.
Instructions for use and dosage
The product is prescribed both for the nose and for treating the throat. Before the procedure, you should clear your nasal passages of mucus. Further, the use of different forms of medicine differs:
- To treat the nasopharynx with an aerosol, you need to remove the protective cap from the container and insert the spray nozzle shallowly into one nostril (about half a centimeter). After asking the small patient to inhale, simultaneously press the dispenser. Then the manipulation is repeated for the second nasal passage. Next, the drug is sprayed into the oral cavity.
- Kameton comes in spray form with 2 different nozzles. One of them is a vertical dispenser, which is used in the order described above (like an aerosol).
- The second option is an extended movable tube. Having put such a dispenser on the can, the tube should be installed vertically and inserted into the nasal passage about 0.5 cm, then inject and repeat for the second nostril. To treat the throat, such a tube is turned at an angle of 90 degrees to the balloon. Next, it is injected deep into the mouth and directed to the tonsils and pharynx.
The frequency of use of a spray or aerosol is 3 or 4 times a day. The doctor determines how long to treat the nasopharynx and throat, but usually the course of treatment lasts 3-10 days. The number of injections depends on age:
- For a child 5-12 years old, one inhalation is performed in each nostril, and 1 or 2 injections are used to treat the throat.
- For children 12-15 years old, the spray is administered one press into the nose (each stroke) and sprayed twice into the throat.
- For a teenager over 15 years of age, the dosage can be increased to 2 injections into each nostril and 3 presses when treating the throat.
Methods of appointment
Kameton spray is intended for topical use. The solution is sprayed into the nose and oral cavity. The medicine is a universal remedy for diseases of the ENT organs of any nature.
Table - Methods of administering Cameton spray
Age group | Recommended doses |
Adults and children after reaching 15 years of age | 2, 3 or 4 doses into the oropharynx, 1-2 irrigations into the nostril on each side |
Children aged 12-15 years | 2-3 presses towards each tonsil, 1 irrigation of the nasal passage on each side |
Children aged 5-12 years | 2 doses into the oropharynx, 1 spray into each nostril |
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Comparison with the drug Tonsilgon Frequency of use - 3-4 times a day. The duration of therapy is determined by the doctor depending on the severity and nature of the pathology. On average, treatment is continued for 7 days. It is not recommended to use the spray for more than 2 weeks in order to prevent adverse reactions and addiction.
pharmachologic effect
Let's consider what effect can be achieved when using Kameton, what is the nature of its therapeutic effect.
The medicine is a combination medicine, the effect of each component is supplemented and enhanced in the compound:
- Camphor. Improves microcirculation, which helps relieve inflammation. Accelerates the separation of sputum. It is a weak anesthetic.
- Menthol. Cools the surface of the mucous membranes, thereby reducing pain, relieving itching and burning. Has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity. Constricts blood vessels.
- Eucalyptus oil. Suppresses the activity of viruses and bacteria. Has a local irritating effect. Reduces vascular spasms, thereby improving blood circulation. Irritates cold centers, reducing pain.
- Chlorobutanol hydrate. A good antiseptic, eliminates various types of infection. Has a local anesthetic effect.
- Vaseline oil. Softens and moisturizes mucous membranes, helps remove mucus and plaque, and eliminates swelling. Promotes tissue regeneration.
According to the instructions, Kameton, through the combined influence of all components, provides the following effect: antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, distracting. As a result of light cooling, it reduces pain.
Operating principle
Cameton helps in the treatment of throat diseases due to the following properties of its components:
- Camphor has the ability to relieve nasopharyngeal congestion and make breathing easier. Under the influence of this substance, the mucus in the respiratory tract thins and is easier to separate, and the blood flow at the treatment site increases.
- Eucalyptus oil is capable of destroying various harmful microorganisms, so under its influence the infectious inflammatory process quickly subsides. This component of the drug also stimulates receptors on the mucous membrane and has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory activity.
- Chlorobutanol prevents the proliferation of pathogenic microbes and fungi, and also has an anti-inflammatory and slight analgesic effect.
- Menthol reduces painful sensations when swallowing and helps get rid of soreness. This ingredient has a local irritant effect, which results in a feeling of cold. In addition, it has some antiseptic effects.
Purpose of the drug
The instructions for use of cameton note that the drug is used to treat pathologies associated with the activity of viruses and bacteria. The product is suitable for treating the mouth and throat. It is also often sprayed into the nose.
Due to the listed features, cameton can be considered a universal medicine. He copes well with pain syndrome. Literally immediately after use, the patient experiences relief. The drug helps to cope with soreness and pain in the throat that occurs when swallowing.
- One of the components of the drug, chlorobutanol, functions simultaneously in several directions. This substance copes with pain, produces an antiseptic effect and has anesthetic properties.
- Camphor is an auxiliary ingredient that ensures the restoration of affected tissues and increases blood circulation in the affected organs.
- Eucalyptus oil helps eliminate inflammation and promotes restoration processes. Levomenthol has antiseptic and cooling properties. With its help, it is possible to freshen breath and improve the patient’s well-being.
Which drug to choose
Preference should be given to drugs with proven effectiveness that have passed all the necessary tests. Inhalipt, according to the instructions, can be used for children, pregnant women, and lactating women. At the same time, the substances in its composition are considered dangerous. It has no proven effectiveness, and one of its components is banned in many countries.
Cameton and Ingalipt have common components - mint oil and eucalyptus. They are in a similar price category, their cost is about 100 rubles per package.
Inhalipt contains potent antibacterial components, and therefore the range of indications becomes wider, but at the same time there are more restrictions on use.
Cameton can be used from 5 years of age. He doesn't have many indications, but he gets the job done. This drug is suitable for treating the throat and nose, Ingalipt is only for irrigating the throat. The latter has more contraindications and a higher risk of side effects.
Before using the product, you should consult your doctor. Self-medication can be dangerous, even when it comes to topical drugs with poor absorption.
How to use
The advantage of Kameton is its versatility, since the drug is used to treat runny nose and sore throat. The medicine is used only locally and cannot be taken orally. When injecting into the throat, it is recommended to hold your breath and inhale the medicine. For better delivery of the medication in aerosol form, it is recommended to shake the bottle slightly before use.
When treating a runny nose and relieving nasal congestion, you must first clean your nose. Before using the medicine, it is necessary to drip the nasal sinuses with vasoconstrictor drops and rinse with saline solution. If you have a sore throat, it is recommended to gargle with an anti-inflammatory solution.
The medicine is used as follows:
- remove the cap from the sprayer device;
- the bottle is positioned in such a way that delivery is carried out exactly into the nasal passage;
- one or two injections are made into each nasal sinus.
The drug is used 4 or 5 times a day. The duration of the course of treatment should not exceed 10 days.
For the treatment of runny nose and nasal congestion in children, the drug is used when the child reaches 5 years of age. In young children, the product is not recommended due to the high risk of developing an allergic reaction, and in children under 3 years of age there is a high probability of respiratory spasm. The drug has a strong menthol taste, so in most cases children resist using the drug.
The determining factor for the possibility of using Kameton for a runny nose is the child’s ability to hold his breath in time to prevent the medicine from accidentally entering the bronchi or trachea. For children of senior school age, when treating a runny nose, give one injection into each nostril. From the age of 15 years, it is permissible to use an adult dosage in the form of two injections into each nasal passage.
Cameton application
Prescribed for adults and children over 5 years of age. Local application, applied to the mucous membrane and the affected area of the throat and nose. The dose for adults and children over 15 years of age is 2-3 injections into the throat cavity and two injections into each nostril in turn. For children aged five to twelve years, 1-2 injections are made into the throat and one injection into each nostril; for children aged 12 to 15 years – two injections into the throat cavity and one injection into each nostril. The medicine is used up to four times a day. Treatment depends on the intensity of therapy and duration is up to 10 days.
Before use, remove the protective cap from the sprayer mounted on the pump valve stem. Before the 1st use, press the base of the nozzle several times until a dispersed stream appears. Before the next use, you may need to press the sprayer 1-2 times to get the solution into the sprayer and spray after pressing.
When used, the hole of the spray nozzle is inserted into the nasal cavity to a depth of 0.5 cm or directed to the affected area of the throat and pressed on the base of the nozzle with the thumb and forefinger from top to bottom. When using the drug, the container is held vertically so that the sprayer is on top. The container must not be turned over. After completing the procedure, you need to put the protective cap on the spray nozzle.
Overdose
Overdose may increase side effects and allergic reactions. In this case, it is necessary to stop using Cameton aerosol and carry out symptomatic therapy.
Side effects
In general, the drug is well tolerated, but in some cases reactions may occur due to hypersensitivity to the components included in the drug (burning, dry mucous membrane of the throat and nose, swelling at the site of contact). Skin rashes and itching may also occur.
Cametone should not be used after the expiration date indicated on the package.
Many patients wonder. What is better for the treatment of sore throat - Cameton or Ingalipt? Ingalipt is an aerosol drug that has an anti-inflammatory and bacteriostatic effect. The drug contains sulfanilamide, which is an antibacterial agent. For the treatment of bacterial infections, Ingalipt is more effective, but it cannot be used for spraying into the nasal cavity. Cametone is often prescribed for coughs complicated by pharyngitis and tracheitis. If you take a deep breath while spraying the aerosol, the drug penetrates deep into the trachea and bronchi, eliminating dry irritating cough
A weakened immune system, poor diet and daily routine during the cold season can result in an unpleasant infectious disease, accompanied by a sore throat and runny nose. And in order to prevent the development of complications, you need to pay close attention to your health and help the body cope with the infection in the early stages. And the main thing here is to choose the right medicine. Among the huge number of new medications on the pharmaceutical market, which are so zealously advertised by manufacturers, there are also long-known and proven drugs that have been serving people for decades.
One of them is the “Kameton” throat aerosol, the indications for use of which are familiar to many of us since childhood. This drug is known to everyone as an effective antiseptic used for inflammatory processes in the throat. How advisable is it today to use the drug “Cameton spray” in pediatrics in the presence of new drugs? What are the reviews about this medication? The answers to these questions will be given in the article.
All information provided can be used for informational purposes only. The drug can only be prescribed by the attending physician.
How can I replace the drug Cameton?
Indications for use are one of the main criteria when choosing drug analogues. However, when replacing a throat spray, especially for young patients or pregnant women, you should select drugs with a minimum number of side effects. One such remedy is the drug “Inhalipt”. This drug also has a minimal number of contraindications. However, in rare cases, side effects such as nausea, vomiting, general weakness, difficulty breathing, an unpleasant burning sensation in the mouth, soreness and a feeling of a lump in the throat, rashes and itching of the skin, swelling at the site of application of the spray may be observed.
Such medications as Orasept, Hepilor and Givalex have more complex compositions. They have a number of contraindications and unwanted side effects.
The main difference between analogues of the Cameton spray is that they can only be sprayed in the throat; these medications are not suitable for the nose.
Aerosol or spray, which is better to choose?
The components of the composition are repeated in both forms, so the products have an identical therapeutic effect. The instructions indicate the same areas of activity and indications.
The forms differ in the method of spraying and additional substances. In aerosol form, the solution contains a propellant, that is, a special component that promotes the release of solids from the container and provides atomization (propellant gas).
The propellant used in Kameton meets all safety standards for medicines:
- combines with basic substances, but does not enter into undesirable reactions with them;
- safe, non-toxic;
- does not have a negative effect and does not irritate the ENT organs.
Sprays create larger drug particles than the aerosol version. It is believed that they settle better on the throat without penetrating into the lower respiratory tract (bronchi). When applying sprays, tonsils, palatine areas and arches are better covered. This version of Kameton, according to the instructions, is more reliable for the throat.
Important: nebulization of medications is not recommended for asthma and obstructive bronchial diseases
Is kameton used for children?
This drug will effectively help cope with ENT diseases. This group of the population is especially interested in the question of whether such a drug can be given to children.
So, first, let's figure out what is included in its composition, what is the purpose of its use. This medicine is prescribed during the treatment of the nose, pharynx and larynx. It is mainly prescribed for sore throat, tracheitis, laryngitis, rhinitis, cough and during acute respiratory viral infections.
The composition of this medicinal substance includes chlorobutanol, which effectively relieves the inflammatory process. Camphor relieves irritation and can increase blood flow to the sore throat. The last component is eucalyptus oil, due to which there is a moderate effect on the receptors of the mucous membrane. Thus, it is able to activate the anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect of the drug.
There are a number of contraindications that need to be heeded. That’s why, before giving it to children, read the instructions carefully. Children are not recommended to use the drug before the age of 5, as their body is sensitive to the components of the drug.
It is rare to observe an allergic rash in children, but if it appears, the drug should be stopped immediately. The allergy will go away gradually. In addition to allergies, with prolonged use of the drug you may experience a burning sensation, dry mucous membrane, and there are cases of swelling. Itching is often observed.
Kameton price, where to buy
Name | Price for online purchase, rubles | Pharmacy purchase price, rubles |
Aerosol 45 g | 94 | 100 |
Spray 20 g | 34 | 40 |
Aerosol 30 g | 45-74 | 50-80 |
Aerosol 20 g | 43 | 48 |
You can buy it at any pharmacy in Moscow and other Russian cities. The price of the spray in 30 g bottles ranges from 49 to 95 rubles.
Aerosol 30 g has approximately the same cost of 59-70 rubles.
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Contraindications, side effects
Contraindications include:
- Hypersensitivity to all components of Cameton;
- Age up to 5 years: due to the looseness and sensitivity of the tissues of the nasopharynx and the narrowness of the respiratory tract, children under 2 - 5 years old should not irrigate their nose and mouth with an aerosol. Getting on the vocal folds, the air-medicine suspension can cause a reflex closure of the glottis and stop breathing in the child.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding period.
Undesirable side reactions may manifest themselves in the form of allergies. In this case, skin rashes, itching and burning of the mucous membrane, coughing and sore throat, difficulty breathing, and a feeling of swelling of the tissues in the throat appear.
In addition, it should be borne in mind that the specific rich smell of the aerosol mixture can also cause an unpleasant condition, especially in allergy sufferers, children and pregnant women.
Description of the drug
Cametone is a combination medicine based on essential oils. Its components eliminate inflammation and destroy pathogens. An aerosol drug is used to treat ENT infections. Doctors recommend combining the medication with systemic antibacterial drugs for inflammation of the nasopharynx.
Active ingredients of the drug:
- camphor;
- levomenthol;
- chlorobutanol hydrate;
- eucalyptus oil.
Chlorobutanol hydrate has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic effects. Thanks to camphor, blood circulation improves, bacteria are destroyed, and pain is eliminated. Levomenthol makes breathing easier with a dry cough. Eucalyptus oil has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects.
Additional substances: petroleum jelly, emulsifier T-2, Tween 80, sterile liquid, ethanol.
The drug is produced in the form of a spray in glass bottles with a nozzle that sprays the medicinal substance. In appearance it is a white emulsion with a specific aroma.
There is a second dosage form - an aerosol, which is poured into aluminum cans. The aerosol looks like a transparent viscous liquid.
Cametone is used for the following diseases:
- Tonsillitis;
- Inflammation of the trachea in acute or chronic form;
- Runny nose;
- ARVI or flu, which is accompanied by a severe cough;
- Inflammation of the pharynx, larynx.
Technical information
Often prescribed for angina, “Cameton” is available in aerosol form. The product is intended for local application. This is a dosed drug, which in the bottle is an oily liquid. The container contains the substance under pressure. There is a valve designed to dispense exactly one dose per use. At the moment of exit from the container, the product is sprayed into a suspension. Aerosol is dispersed, liquid particles in the air. There is a specific smell.
30 g of the drug contains 0.3 g of camphor, the same amount of L-menthol, similar volumes of chlorobutanol hemihydrate, eucalyptus oil. The manufacturer used tetrafluoroethane and isopropyl myristate as additional components. The medicine is packaged in cylinders containing 30-45 g of the drug.
Features of using the spray
“Cameton” is available for sale not only in the form of an aerosol, but also a spray. This option is also prescribed to persons over 5 years of age. The drug is intended for local application, designed for the treatment of mucous membranes of the oral cavity and nasal passages. A single dose is two to four sprays into the oral cavity using a special dispenser.
If it is necessary to treat the nose, the drug is injected once or twice in each stroke. Each press sprays about 0.05 g of medication. It is recommended to distribute the medication over the mucous membranes three to four times daily.
If treatment of the oral cavity or pharynx is necessary, you should use the pharmaceutical product after a meal. The duration of the therapeutic course usually does not exceed seven days. You should not use the medication for more than two weeks in a row.
Contraindications and side effects
Cameton has the following contraindications: hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, children under 6 years of age.
When using Kameton, follow these rules:
- It is forbidden to tilt your head back, place the container in a horizontal position, or lower the dispenser tube down when treating the nasal cavity.
- Only one patient can use a bottle with a dispenser, otherwise the risk of spreading the infection increases.
- Make sure that the liquid does not come into contact with the mucous membranes of the eyes.
- Shake the medicine before use.
- Protect the bottle from direct exposure to the sun and shock.
If the dosage is violated, side effects occur in the form of a rash, burning sensation; if the unpleasant symptoms do not go away after 5–10 minutes, then discard it.
If the patient increases the dose of the drug, nausea and vomiting will occur. To eliminate symptoms, take energy-sorbing agents.
According to the instructions, the drug is allowed to be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but with caution.
Drug interactions with other drugs
Since the ingredients of the spray are almost not absorbed into the mucous membrane and blood, if the rules of use are followed, their effect on the body is almost eliminated. Therefore, when using Cameton, it is allowed to use other pharmaceutical products.
However, medications with a similar composition should be excluded from use to avoid overdose.
Treatment of throat with kameton for sore throat
Treatment of the throat occurs effectively if the medicine enters the body through the respiratory system. Medicines presented in spray preparations are considered more effective, since the medicine penetrates into the larynx through the throat spray and remains there for a certain time.
During this period of time, all chemical and physical processes occur on the surface of the throat. After using a throat spray, particles of the drug penetrate the body, which settle on its surface and thereby provide local treatment. Particles of the medicine are absorbed much more quickly into the tissues of the sore throat and thereby quickly penetrate the bloodstream and lymphatic system of the lungs.
For many years, doctors have been prescribing kameton to treat the throat. It is an aerosol preparation that is intended for local action.
It has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
This drug is in great demand. Cameton effectively fights diseases of the throat, larynx and nose. The main advantage is the low price.
The drug does not have an unpleasant taste or smell, but this allows it to be used not only by adults, but also by older children. In a matter of hours, you can eliminate a sore and sore throat, and if you use a nasal spray, your nasal congestion will immediately go away.
Of course, like other drugs, Cameton also has a drawback: it is a quick addiction to the drug, especially during the treatment of a runny nose.
The optimal period of treatment with this drug is 10 days, and then you need to look for another remedy to combat rhinitis. True, this rarely happens, because in 10 days it is quite possible to heal your nose.
Antibacterial sprays for sore throat
Aerosols with antibiotics are prescribed for bacterial and fungal sore throat. They cannot be the only medicine used for tonsillitis and are only part of complex therapy. These sprays can only be prescribed by doctors, since uncontrolled use of antibacterial medications can lead to complications.
Grammidin
Grammidin is a spray with gramicidin and the substance cetylpyridinium chloride. The medicine eliminates the source of infection, relieves inflammation and anesthetizes the pathogenic area of the oropharynx. Gramicidin enhances the bactericidal effects of other medications; this must be taken into account when taking several drugs simultaneously.
Bioparox
Bioparox is a spray for sore throat containing fusafungine. The medicine can be used not only for the treatment of acute tonsillitis, but also as a prevention of complications of chronic tonsillitis. The aerosol successfully fights both bacteria and fungi. Can be used as monotherapy for catarrhal tonsillitis.
But Bioparox must be used carefully, because... it can provoke bronchospasm or other allergic reaction. Also, this aerosol is not recommended for long-term use, as this can lead to generalization of the infection.
Isofra
Isofra is a medicine with framycetin that has no analogues. Framycetin has a local effect and almost does not penetrate into the blood, which is why it can be used in children, pregnant and lactating women. Isofra can even be used in the treatment of one-month-old infants. This medicine is considered an excellent alternative to systemic antibiotics.
Cameton - what is it?
A drug called Cameton has been prescribed by doctors for many decades as a treatment for the throat. This aerosol is caused by local action, as a result of which its effectiveness increases. In addition to the fact that this remedy is intended to treat the throat, it can also be used to get rid of a runny nose and even sinusitis. The main advantage is the relatively low cost of the product. Approximately a bottle can be purchased in pharmacies for 30-60 rubles.
- The drug has a pleasant taste and smell, because it contains mainly natural ingredients
- The main components that make up the drug are essential oils and menthol
- The natural composition not only makes this aerosol pleasant to taste, but also makes it possible to use it for children
- Kameton, after its use, allows you to eliminate the unpleasant symptoms of sore throat and sore throat within the first hour
- If you use a nasal spray, the symptoms of a runny nose disappear instantly
The composition of the drug is due to one drawback - rapid addiction. This negative effect is due to the fact that the drug contains levomenthol. This effect is especially often observed when a spray is used to treat a runny nose.
Therefore, as the instructions say, it is recommended to use Cameton for no more than 10 days. Then you need to look for another remedy or stop treatment altogether if the symptoms disappear. After all, Kameton treats a runny nose and throat during a cold for no more than 7-10 days.
Instructions for use of the drug Cameton, its composition and analogues
Cameton is a combination drug in the form of an aerosol that has a local antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect. It is quite often prescribed to relieve colds and their symptoms. Before use, you must consult a specialist to find out whether you can use the medicine. The specialist will also tell you whether kameton can be used during pregnancy, breastfeeding, adults, as well as for children of different ages with a runny nose and colds. Instructions for use are required to be studied.
Pharmacological action and composition
This spray is used for the throat and runny nose locally, directly on the affected area. Looking at its composition, you can see the following components:
Before using a throat and runny nose spray, you must carefully study the indications and composition. This is especially true when used for young children.
Kameton spray is a complex medicine with a characteristic odor and white color. Its medicinal properties are due to the presence of active substances that are part of it. The medicine has individual indications and treats diseases associated with the throat and nose.
- Racemic camphor. This substance can have an irritating and antibacterial effect and helps to locally increase blood flow in the area of application.
- Chlorobutanol hehydrate. This substance has a mild anti-inflammatory anesthetic and antimicrobial effect.
- Eucalyptus leaf oil. The liquid helps stimulate mucous membrane receptors, providing antibacterial and mild anti-inflammatory activity in the area of application.
- Levomenthol. The substance is quite active and has a lot of different actions that are effective for sore throat and sore throat: mild antibacterial, locally irritating, locally anesthetic. Thanks to the effects of menthol, the blood vessels in the inflamed area will narrow, after which the level of swelling will decrease.
- Kameton spray, as the instructions for use say, helps normalize breathing processes, moisturizes the mucous membrane, and has a deodorizing, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and locally irritating effect.
That is why, looking at the huge list of active substances, we can say that analogues are not able to cope with such a wide area of action of the drug.
Application of the product
The instructions for use of the drug state that the indications for its use include the presence of diseases of the throat and nose that are infectious or inflammatory in nature in a chronic or acute form:
- tonsillitis;
- laryngitis;
- rhinitis;
- pharyngitis.
Methods of application
Cameton aerosol must be applied to problem areas of the mucous membrane of the nose and throat. At one time, children over 15 years of age and adults can take no more than two injections into the nose and no more than three into the throat.
Experts advise spraying no more than once into each nostril for children aged 5 to 12 years and up to 2 times into the neck. Children whose ages range from 12 to 15 years old should be sprayed strictly twice in the throat and no more than once in each nostril.
During pregnancy, Cametone is approved for use up to 3 times every 24 hours, with 2 injections into the neck and each nasal passage.
It is strictly forbidden to tilt your head back or turn over the container with the medicine during the procedure.
During pregnancy
Experts do not recommend the use of the drug Cameton during pregnancy, despite the trimester, or during lactation, if analogues of this drug or other tablets whose indications for use are the same can be used.
Inhalipt or Cameton spray?
Most people are tormented by one question: “What is better: Ingalipt or Cameton spray?” Ingalipt refers to aerosol agents that have a bacteriostatic and anti-inflammatory effect; its use is approved for children. Inhalipt is better for treating bacterial infections.
At the same time, it is strictly forbidden to spray Ingalipt into the nose. Cametone is prescribed for the treatment of runny nose, colds or sore throat, cough and to restore the throat. Therefore, we can say that Ingalipt and Cameton are different drugs and they are not analogues. Inhalipt, tablets and other “analogues” will not be able to fully replace the aerosol in question, so we cannot say that they are better. You also need to take into account that Kameton is quite inexpensive, relative to the prices of its so-called analogues.
Contraindications and side effects
The instructions for use of the drug clearly describe the indications and cases when the drug can be used, as well as all possible contraindications. So, contraindications include hypersensitivity to the components, which can cause an allergic reaction. Cametone is also not recommended for children under 5 years of age.
Cameton during pregnancy, despite the trimester, has no direct contraindications, but the complete harmlessness of some components has not yet been proven by experts. This also applies to other substances contained in the medicine. That is why experts do not recommend using the drug for sore throat, runny nose or colds during pregnancy, despite the trimester. The use of the drug is permitted only after the doctor’s permission and further supervision.
The patient’s body, after using the drug, tolerates the effect of the drug quite well, which cannot be said about similar drugs. Side effects can only occur if the components are individually intolerant.
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Kameton
Forms of release and packaging of the drug Cameton
Aerosol for topical use
Cylinder 20, 30 and 45 g.
Composition and active substance
Kameton contains:
1 bottle contains:
Active substances (content in one bottle): chlorobutanol hemihydrate, synthetic camphor, L-menthol (levomenthol), eucalyptus oil 0.1 g each
Excipient: isopropyl myristate, propellant R 134a (1,1,1,2 tetrafluoroethane).
pharmachologic effect
Cametone is a combination drug for topical use, the effect of which is determined by its constituent components. It has a local anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and moderate local anesthetic effect.
Chlorobutanol has a moderate local anesthetic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.
Camphor has an irritant and partly antiseptic effect, increases blood flow at the site of application.
Levomenthol has a local irritant effect, accompanied by a feeling of cold. The irritating (distracting) effect helps eliminate pain. It also has weak antiseptic properties.
Eucalyptus oil has a stimulating effect on mucous membrane receptors and also has weak local anti-inflammatory and antiseptic activity. The combination of these pharmacological properties provides complex pathogenetic therapy for inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract.
What does Kameton help with: indications
Combination therapy for infectious and inflammatory diseases of the ENT organs (rhinitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis).
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Children's age up to 5 years.
Cametone during pregnancy and breastfeeding
There is no sufficient experience on the use of the drug during pregnancy and lactation. If it is necessary to use the drug during pregnancy, the potential benefit to the mother and the possible risk to the fetus should be assessed. Due to the low systemic absorption of the components that make up the drug, it can be used during breastfeeding.
Cameton: instructions for use
Spray into the nasal or oral cavity during the inhalation phase 3–4 times a day. For one inhalation session, 2–3 sprays are carried out, the sprayed drug is inhaled for 1–2 minutes.
With one click on the valve, 100 mg of the drug is sprayed from the cylinder.
Side effects
Individual intolerance and allergic reactions in the form of skin rash are possible.
special instructions
When spraying in the nasal cavity, do not tilt your head back or turn the container upside down. It is not recommended to use the same cylinder by more than one person to avoid the spread of infection. When spraying the drug, avoid contact with the eyes. The contents of the cylinders are under pressure, therefore the cylinders should be protected from shock and direct sunlight and should not be heated, broken, punctured or burned, even when empty.
Compatibility with other drugs
Systemic effects when using the drug as directed are practically excluded, which allows the parallel use of other drugs without the danger of their interaction with the components of the drug.
Overdose
Treatment: discontinuation of the drug, symptomatic therapy.
Storage conditions and shelf life
Store at temperatures between 3 and 25°C.
1 year
Additional field
1-2 working days
Analogues and prices
Among foreign and Russian analogues of Kameton there are:
Camphor alcohol. Manufacturer: Moscow Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia). Price in pharmacies from 14 rubles. Camphor alcohol 10%. Manufacturer: Samaramedprom 13 rub. Camphor oil. Manufacturer: Iodine technologies and marketing 15 rub. Star balm. Manufacturer: Danafa Pharmaceutical Joint 195 rub.
Mucophytin. Manufacturer: Infarma (Russia). Price in pharmacies from 90 rubles.
Reviews
We automatically found these reviews about the drug Cameton on the Internet:
very good drug I can’t live without it, the expiration date is until April 1, it’s very very rare in pharmacies in our city of Tuapse, and it’s with this composition that others don’t help me at all
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Antiseptic sprays for sore throat
These medications are used only as part of complex therapy for tonsillitis. Many of these sprays can be used by children as young as 3 years old and by pregnant women. But before starting treatment, you should consult a doctor, because... Taking medication incorrectly can lead to negative consequences.
Many antiseptic sprays contain analgesic components, so no additional analgesics are required when taking them. Painkillers can be: natural (eucalyptus, camphor, mint) and synthetic (lidocaine, tetracaine, chlorobutanol).
Hexoral
Hexoral contains hexetidine, it performs several therapeutic actions at once:
- antimicrobial,
- antifungal,
- antibacterial,
- anesthetic (slight).
The spray also fights the following viruses:
- PC virus,
- herpes simplex virus,
- influenza A virus.
Due to the unique properties of hexetidine, this medication can even be used in the treatment of ulcerative membranous tonsillitis. But the spray contains alcohol, so it is contraindicated for use by pregnant and lactating women, as well as children under 3 years of age. The use of an aerosol in children from 3 to 6 years of age is possible only after consultation with a doctor.
Yox
Yox contains Povidone-iodine, thanks to which the product has a unique antiseptic effect. When the medicine hits the mucous membrane of the oropharynx, iodine is released from it, which begins to fight the infection. The drug also accelerates the regeneration of tonsil tissue.
This medication can be part of a complex treatment for various forms of sore throat. But the medicine is contraindicated in children under 8 years of age, pregnant women, people with heart failure, Dühring's dermatitis and hyperthyroidism. Yox cannot be used in conjunction with another antiseptic for treating the throat.
Lugol
Lugol contains molecular iodine, due to which it has an excellent antiseptic effect. The irritating effect of iodine is mitigated by glycerol.
Miramistin
Miramistin is a powerful antiseptic that helps cope with microorganisms resistant to antibiotics. It stimulates local immunity of the entire oropharynx. The medicine has antimicrobial, antifungal and antiviral effects. The medication can be used even for purulent sore throat, because it effectively absorbs purulent exudate.
Miramistin is not absorbed through the mucous membrane of the oropharynx into the blood. It can be used during pregnancy, but it is only allowed for children from 3 years of age. Although the medicine has no other contraindications.
Kameton
Kameton is one of the most inexpensive sprays for sore throat. It has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. The medicine contains camphor, which increases blood supply to the site of inflammation, increasing the antiseptic properties of the spray. The spray also contains levomenthol, which makes breathing easier in case of severe sore throat. In the first seconds after irrigation, a slight cold, burning and tingling sensation is felt in the throat. Cameton cannot be used to treat preschool children (under 5 years of age).
What diseases does it fight?
Doctors prescribe Cameton for children with the following diseases of the upper respiratory tract:
- rhinitis;
- tonsillitis;
- pharyngitis;
- laryngitis.
The drug quickly helps with throat infections.
The drug is compatible with almost any medicine. It is usually used for various diseases of the throat and nose in the first days of the onset of the disease. If the result from using an antiseptic is zero or ineffective, then the pediatrician may prescribe another medicine.
Cametone during pregnancy
Can this drug be used during pregnancy? There is not enough experience with its use during pregnancy. If such a need arises, the potential benefit to the mother and the risk to the fetus should be assessed. Obviously, you should not prescribe this drug yourself. Low systemic absorption makes it possible to use Cameton during breastfeeding.
For sore throat, discomfort and sore throat, you can use Kameton, strictly following the recommendations. Spray into the mouth (2 sprays, without inhaling the aerosol) or nose (one spray into each nostril while inhaling) 3 times a day. It is also necessary to reduce the duration of treatment. It is better to use it for 2-3 days for severe pain and sore throat, and then switch to gargling with herbal decoctions.
In this situation, the advantages of preparations based on phytoextracts, produced in the form of aerosols, are undeniable. Their high level of safety is obvious, so it is better to use these products by pregnant women while breastfeeding. For example, sprays from the Anginal series.
Due to minimal penetration into the bloodstream, Cameton is allowed during pregnancy, but it should be remembered that there is not enough data on its use during this period. According to reviews from those who gave birth, the newborns had no health problems. The permitted dosage during pregnancy is two injections into the oral cavity and one into the nasal cavity; procedures can be performed up to three times a day.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
What is the medicine Cameton for? This is a combined drug that has a local anesthetic, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory effect. Therefore, the answer to the question “what is the aerosol for?” can be answered: it is intended for local symptomatic treatment of sore throat (for which chlorobutanol is added to the composition, which has a local anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic effect). The remaining components have additional effects.
Camphor has an irritant, moderate antiseptic effect, improves local blood flow.
Levomenthol produces a distracting effect, accompanied by a feeling of cold, which eliminates pain. Has a slight antiseptic effect.
Eucalyptus oil also has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory activity.
Pharmacokinetics
Since the drug has low systemic absorption, there are no pharmacokinetic data.
Cametone during lactation: description of the drug, features of use
Colds are a common occurrence for nursing mothers; few people manage not to get sick during the entire period of lactation. This is explained by weakened immunity and the body’s high energy consumption for milk production. There are many drugs for the treatment of colds, but most of them have a negative effect on the body of a newborn.
Cameton is a complex drug that is used to treat colds. The medication acts locally and has an antiseptic effect. The drug is often prescribed to lactating women. How safe is it? More on this later.
Description of the drug
Cametone is a combination medicine based on essential oils. Its components eliminate inflammation and destroy pathogens. An aerosol drug is used to treat ENT infections. Doctors recommend combining the medication with systemic antibacterial drugs for inflammation of the nasopharynx.
Active ingredients of the drug:
- camphor;
- levomenthol;
- chlorobutanol hydrate;
- eucalyptus oil.
Chlorobutanol hydrate has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic effects. Thanks to camphor, blood circulation improves, bacteria are destroyed, and pain is eliminated. Levomenthol makes breathing easier with a dry cough. Eucalyptus oil has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects.
Additional substances: petroleum jelly, emulsifier T-2, Tween 80, sterile liquid, ethanol.
The drug is produced in the form of a spray in glass bottles with a nozzle that sprays the medicinal substance. In appearance it is a white emulsion with a specific aroma.
There is a second dosage form - an aerosol, which is poured into aluminum cans. The aerosol looks like a transparent viscous liquid.
Cametone is used for the following diseases:
- Tonsillitis;
- Inflammation of the trachea in acute or chronic form;
- Runny nose;
- ARVI or flu, which is accompanied by a severe cough;
- Inflammation of the pharynx, larynx.
The method of application is local. The drug in the form of a spray is used to treat the inner membranes of the throat or nose. After this, it is forbidden to eat or drink liquids for 2 hours.
The spray is sprayed at the moment of inhalation. To irrigate your throat, place the dispenser perpendicular to the container. Insert the dispenser tube into the oral cavity and press it 3 times. When treating the nasal passages, install the dispenser as convenient for you, insert it 5 mm deep into the nose. Frequency of use - three times in 24 hours, course duration - from 5 to 10 days, until cold symptoms disappear.
Cametone in aerosol form is used after cleaning the oral or nasal cavity. At the time of use, keep the container in a vertical position, insert the spray into your nose or mouth, and spray the mucous membrane as you inhale.
Aerosol dosage for children:
- up to 13 years – 1 irrigation per 24 hours;
- from 13 to 15 years – 2 sprays in 24 hours;
- from 16 to 18 years – 4 irrigations per day.
To cure a cough, spray the aerosol into the mouth 2 to 4 times, the frequency of use is 3 times in 24 hours. The therapeutic course lasts from a week to 10 days.
Contraindications and side effects
Cameton has the following contraindications: hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, children under 6 years of age.
When using Kameton, follow these rules:
- It is forbidden to tilt your head back, place the container in a horizontal position, or lower the dispenser tube down when treating the nasal cavity.
- Only one patient can use a bottle with a dispenser, otherwise the risk of spreading the infection increases.
- Make sure that the liquid does not come into contact with the mucous membranes of the eyes.
- Shake the medicine before use.
- Protect the bottle from direct exposure to the sun and shock.
If the dosage is violated, side effects occur in the form of a rash, burning sensation; if the unpleasant symptoms do not go away after 5–10 minutes, then discard it.
If the patient increases the dose of the drug, nausea and vomiting will occur. To eliminate symptoms, take energy-sorbing agents.
According to the instructions, the drug is allowed to be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but with caution.
Cametone during lactation
Treatment should begin at the first sign of a cold. Before using the drug, be sure to visit a doctor, do not take the first thing that comes to hand. After all, most medications are prohibited for use during breastfeeding.
Cameton is a strong disinfectant medicine that is used to treat infections of the throat and nose. According to the instructions, it is allowed to use the drug while breastfeeding, but only after a doctor’s prescription. But in some cases the drug is not compatible with lactation (in case of hypersensitivity).
Some doctors argue that the medication should not be used during breastfeeding, since it has not been studied on this category of patients. In addition, the drug contains ethanol (in low concentration), which is absorbed into the bloodstream and excreted in milk.
This medication is effective only at the beginning of the disease. To destroy the infection, use antibiotics prescribed by your doctor, and also read our list of permitted and prohibited drugs at the link https://vskormi.ru/mama/antibiotiki-pri-grudnom-vskarmlivanii/.
Thus, Cameton is allowed to be used during lactation, but only on the recommendation of a doctor. Do not self-medicate, it is dangerous not only for you, but also for the newborn!
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Does Kameton treat sore throat?
Knowing what Kameton's annotation is, let's find out whether it can be used to combat the symptoms of sore throat. Sore throat is a viral disease that affects the tonsils and causes unpleasant symptoms of a sore throat and pain when swallowing.
Often the causative agents of the disease are bacteria of the genus Staphylococcus or Streptococcus, but a sore throat can also develop when a virus enters the body. To get rid of unpleasant symptoms, a person strives to self-medicate, which should not be done. In this case, you should immediately consult a doctor for medical help. Let's find out whether it is possible to treat a sore throat with Kameton.
This remedy does not help overcome a sore throat that causes a sore throat, even if the medicine is taken through the respiratory system. It is more for preventive purposes.
Kameton is available in the form of an aerosol for the throat and a spray for the nose. As a result, the medicine becomes much more effective for various diseases of both the respiratory system and throat diseases.
After using the drug, its components reach the larynx and settle there for a certain time. At this moment, chemical processes occur on the surface of the throat, during which the aerosol promotes the local treatment of colds such as rhinitis, laryngitis and chronic tonsillitis.
Sore throat is an acute tonsillitis, which is not a throat disease, therefore bacteria and viruses actively developing on the tonsils must be combated by using antibiotic drugs, for example, Flemoxin tablets.
If you use only Cameton for a sore throat as the main remedy for treatment, the disease may develop into a complication, after which hospitalization of the patient cannot be ruled out. Cameton only relieves inflammatory processes from the tonsil cavity, but it is not capable of killing bacteria. Therefore, it is important to note that it is not recommended to treat sore throat with this drug without notifying your doctor.
In what form is it produced and how much does it cost?
Cametone is an oily liquid with the smell of eucalyptus and a bitter taste. The drug is sold in cans of different sizes, and is available in the form of an aerosol and spray. The dosage and form of the medicine depend on its manufacturer.
For example:
- Pharmstandard (Russia) produces Kameton aerosol in volumes of 30 and 45 grams.
- Altai Vitamins (Russia) and Micropharm (Ukraine) produce the medicine in the form of a spray in a dosage of 30 grams.
- Firm VIPS-Med LLC (Russia) produces the drug in the form of a spray with a volume of 20 grams.
The price range for the medicine is 30-80 rubles.
Exact information about the release form of Kameton is indicated on the packaging box, on the can itself and in the instructions for use.
Aerosol - for the treatment of diseases of the throat, pharynx, and upper respiratory tract.
Which form of medication is better: aerosol or spray?
Since in children it is difficult to discern the source of inflammation in the nasopharynx due to its small size, and even more so to treat the diseased area, it is better to use Cameton aerosol for treating small children. When you press the dispenser once, one portion of the drug is sprayed from a pressurized can in the form of a light cloud of suspension of tiny particles. The medicine is gently and evenly distributed inside the baby’s nose and mouth. In addition, the likelihood of an overdose of the drug if it is accidentally swallowed by a small patient is eliminated as much as possible (but this can happen if a different dosage form is used).
For the treatment of children over 7 years old, Kameton spray can be used. Here, a pumping system is built into the canister, which ensures the supply of medicinal liquid to the outside. When you press the nozzle, the medicine is sprayed out of the can in the form of a stream. School-age children can already open their mouth wide, stick out their tongue and hold their breath during the throat treatment procedure.
Thanks to the nozzle with a tube, the liquid mixture under pressure can be directed to the source of inflammation in the larynx, or deep into the nasal cavity.
The amount of active substances in one portion of inhalation spray is twice the dose of medication in the same volume of aerosol. This means that the healing process will proceed faster.