Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
The Pharmacopoeia indicates that the formula of Sodium Sulfacyl is CsHgSaNaOsS-b^O. INN – Sulfacetamide . The recipe in Latin will contain the name Sulfacylum-natrium.
Eye drops inhibit the absorption of PABA and also prevent the synthesis of PABA-containing growth factors of microorganisms.
The medicine is characterized by antibacterial properties. It acts on streptococci , gonococci , E. coli , chlamydia , pneumococci , actinomycetes .
An aqueous solution of Sodium Sulfacyl has a slightly alkaline reaction, which allows it to be instilled into the conjunctival sac of the eye.
How the drug works
The main therapeutic effect of sodium sulfacyl is the ability to suppress microbial flora. The active component has a slightly alkaline reaction. It breaks down enzymes involved in the synthesis of purines and pyrimidines, which are part of the DNA of pathogenic microflora. Losing the ability to reproduce, microbes gradually die.
The medicine Sulfacyl sodium is not an antibiotic. It only facilitates the functioning of the immune system. Therefore, it is not used to treat eye and nose infections in children with weak immune systems.
The active substance not only suppresses the activity of viruses and bacteria, but also dries out the mucous membrane, reducing the volume of secretions. Thanks to this property, inflammation of the eye tissues and nasal sinuses is reduced. The use of the drug is relevant for infants who are not able to blow their nose on their own.
Indications for use
Eye drops are used for gonorrheal eye diseases, conjunctivitis , blenorrhea , purulent corneal ulcers, blepharitis and other eye diseases. The drug can be used by both children and adults, including for the prevention of blenorrhea in infants. In the case of purulent processes, it stops them and accelerates the healing of the cornea.
Prescribed for the treatment of streptoderma and staphyloderma , infections caused by Escherichia coli .
The medicine can be used orally in the case of colibacillary urinary tract infections, mastoiditis , puerperal sepsis and other infectious diseases .
Possible adverse reactions
Nasal drops have a local antimicrobial effect. They are practically not absorbed into the systemic bloodstream and do not affect the functioning of internal organs. But when using them, the following side effects may occur:
- redness and swelling of the eyes;
- sneezing and runny nose of an allergic nature;
- burning sensation in the nose and eyes;
- sensation of the presence of a foreign body.
When putting drops into the nose, you should remember that they go into the throat, and from there into the stomach. Therefore, the child may experience indigestion and other dyspeptic disorders.
Instructions for use of Sulfacyl Sodium (Method and dosage)
For those who are indicated for Sulfacyl Sodium eye drops, the instructions for use indicate that instillations should be carried out into the conjunctival sac . For adult patients, a dosage of 1-2 drops is prescribed. The product is applied 5-6 times a day (every 4-8 hours). In childhood, a solution of 10 percent and 20 percent is indicated. To prevent the development of blenorrhea, immediately after birth, infants are instilled with 2 drops of the product, and then 2 drops every 2 hours.
The medicine can also be used in ointments based on petroleum jelly 10-30% in the case of blepharitis and eczema of the eyelid skin.
Instructions for use of Sulfacyl Sodium indicate that the duration of therapy directly depends on the severity of the disease. It is not recommended to use the medicine for longer without consulting a specialist.
In the case of gonorrheal eye diseases, combination therapy . Instill a 30% solution or dust the affected area with powder; in addition, take the drug by mouth.
Infected wounds are treated using the powder.
The maximum single dosage for adults orally is 2 g, the maximum daily dosage is 7 g.
Before using the drops for the first time, the cap is screwed all the way down. A spike on the inside pierces a hole in the membrane. Before use, you need to hold the bottle in your palm for a while to warm the product to body temperature. The cap is unscrewed and after light pressure on the body of the bottle, the solution is dripped into the eyes. Then the bottle should be closed again.
What are antibacterial antibiotic eye drops?
Antibiotic ophthalmic medications are topical, meaning they are not taken orally.
They are necessary when infectious pathologies occur, when the activity and spread of pathogenic microflora is observed on the surfaces of the eye tissues. Often, infection can develop in the internal part of the tissue. It is possible to eliminate pathogens only through specialized antibacterial drops. However, it is important to know that such drugs are rarely used to treat viral and fungal diseases of the visual system, since there are separate means for this - antiviral eye drops.
Thus, anti-inflammatory eye drops with an antibiotic differ in effectiveness and consistency, and may also include various main and auxiliary components. In modern ophthalmology, there are several groups of antibiotics to eliminate the activity of pathogenic bacteria, these include:
- tetracyclines;
- fluoroquinolones;
- macrolides.
Interaction
If you need to take other drugs in combination with Sulfacyl Sodium, you should consult your doctor.
The bacteriostatic effect of the drug is reduced when combined with Novocaine , Anestezin and Dicaine . And its toxicity increases when interacting with Diphenin , salicylates and para-aminosalicylic acid . When used together with indirect anticoagulants, their specific activity may increase.
Drops should not be used together with salts of some alkaloids, with agents containing silver salts, with zinc sulfate, as well as with acids and substances that have an acidic reaction.
Analogs
Level 4 ATC code matches:
Albucid
The following analogues of the drug are known: Albucid , Acetopt , Ophthalemide , Sebizon , Sulfaprocul , Sulfacyl , Sulfacyl soluble , Almocetamide , Octzetan , Prontamide , Sobizon , Sulfacetamide Sodium , Sulfacyl Sodium-DIA .
Albucid and Sulfacyl Sodium
Which is more effective, Albucid or Sulfacyl Sodium, is often asked on forums. Experts answer that these are actually synonyms. Thus, Albucid is Sodium Sulfacyl. This drug is also available in the form of eye drops and is used for diseases caused by streptococci , pneumococci , and gonococci . At the same time, relatively recently, Albucid and Sulfacyl Sodium began to be used for instillation into the nose.
Antiviral drops for children's eyes
The main difference between antiviral drugs prescribed to children is a milder and non-toxic effect on the visual apparatus. Most of them can be used from birth. Popular eye drops for children include:
- "Okomistin" is used to treat viral diseases of the visual organs from birth. The drug has a wide range of actions and is effective in the presence of most viral strains.
- "Ganciclovir" - indicated in the presence of herpes and cytomegalovirus. It acts on the DNA of the virus, completely destroying it. It is important to know! These drops are indicated for children from 12 years of age.
- "Fucitalmic" - effectively eliminates viral diseases. Can be used even for babies, the drug is absolutely non-toxic.
Remember, the selection of medications can only be carried out by a specialist after identifying the cause of the disease. Independent choice of a drug can lead to irreversible processes and deterioration of the health of the visual system.
MagazinLinz.ru team
Price of Sodium Sulfacyl, where to buy
The price of Sulfacyl Sodium eye drops 20% is about 50 rubles. In some pharmacies the cost of this product reaches 85 rubles. The average price of Sulfacyl Sodium in Ukraine is 10 hryvnia.
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ZdravCity
- Sulfacyl sodium-DIA eye drops 20% vial - cap.
10ml JSC Diapharm 39 RUR order - Sulfacyl sodium eye drops 20% 1.5 ml 2 pcs. Federal State Unitary Enterprise Moscow Endocrine Plant
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- Sulfacyl sodium (Albucid) eye drops 20% dropper bottle 10ml JSC "LEKKO"
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- Sulfacyl sodium drops hl. 20% tube-dropper 5 ml 1 piece JSC PFK renewal
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- Sulfacyl sodium-Solopharm (tube drops 20% 5ml)Grotex LLC
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- Sulfacyl sodium bufus dropper tube 20% 2ml No. 2Update PFK JSC
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- Sulfacyl sodium 30% 10ml eye drops TOV"FZ"Biopharma", Ukraine
16 UAH.order - Sulfacyl Sodium 20% 10 ml No. 1 eye drops PAT "Farmak", Ukraine
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