Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
What is the medicine Cameton for? This is a combined drug that has local anesthetic , antiseptic , and anti-inflammatory effects . 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 , which has a local anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic effect). The remaining components have additional effects.
Camphor is 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.
Indications for use
The medicine is actively used in dentistry and otoringology. It is also often prescribed to children. The main indications for use are:
- acute or chronic tonsillitis (used in complex treatment);
- sinusitis (together with antibacterial medications);
- viral infection of the respiratory system;
- laryngitis, pharyngitis.
In some cases, at the discretion of a specialist, the drug is used in dentistry.
Instructions for use of Cameton (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—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? With long-term use, decongestants ( vasoconstrictors 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 , Pinosol or Cameton. 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.
When treating 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.
How to take Cameton correctly
Depending on the form of the drug, the method of its use may differ. The product should be applied specifically to the larynx and tonsils. The aerosol is sprayed into the nose.
You need to insert the nozzle into the nasal passage and make a couple of presses so that the contents of the bottle are sprayed inside. The procedure can be carried out 2-3 times a day. Before use, rinse your nose thoroughly.
You also need to spray the medicine into the larynx with 2-3 pumps, no more than 4 times a day. It is advisable to maintain the same time interval between uses. Spray the drug while inhaling, then exhale through the nose. The medicine must be kept in the oral cavity for 3-5 minutes. For best results, it is not recommended to swallow or inhale the spray.
After using the medicine, you should not eat or drink for 1 hour. That is why it is best to use Cameton after meals.
Do not allow the drug to get into your eyes. If this happens, you need to rinse them well under water.
After use, rinse the sprayer under water.
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.
Instructions during pregnancy
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 .
Contraindications and adverse reactions
The medication has certain contraindications for use:
- children under 5 years of age;
- excessive sensitivity to constituent components.
Adverse reactions are rare, but still possible: headache, vomiting, allergic reaction in the form of itching and rash. Swelling of the throat and vocal cords is extremely rare.
To prevent such reactions, you need to consult a specialist in advance and read the instructions in detail.
There are no cases of overdose if the dosage and treatment regimen are followed.
Analogs
Level 4 ATX code matches:
Falimint
Suprima-ENT
Ingalipt-N
Strepsils Plus
Strepsils
Ingalipt
TheraFlu LAR
Hexoral Tabs
Lisak
Efizol
Angilex
Anzibel
Agisept
Yox
Lugol's solution with glycerin
Lugol
Laripront
Stopangin 2A
Stopangin
Septolete Neo
Analogs in action Bioparox , Ingalipt , Proposol .
Pharmacology
The product has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. It helps to disinfect the mucous membranes of the nose, moisturizes the integument, and helps normalize metabolic processes.
Camphor gives a slight irritating effect, thereby stimulating local blood circulation. Menthol refreshes the mucous membranes and relieves the feeling of nasal congestion.
Levomenthol also irritates tissues and has an analgesic effect. It also stimulates mucus production.
Chlorobutanol helps neutralize bacteria and gives a mild analgesic effect.
Eucalyptus oil works as an expectorant. It also gives a mucolytic effect, i.e. dilutes sputum accumulations and stimulates their removal from the body.
The components of the drug practically do not enter the bloodstream. Therefore, it does not have a systemic effect. In this regard, pharmacokinetic data are not available.
Reviews about Kameton
Analyzing reviews of the drug, we can conclude that it is quite effective for pain, sore throat, and also a runny nose . Its affordable price and lack of side effects are noted.
“At the first sign of a cold, I immediately begin to treat myself with it. Acts quickly - eliminates sore throat when swallowing and redness.”
There are reviews that this drug is often used for children from 6 years of age - the product tastes good and children do not resist pharyngeal irrigation. “For our entire family, this is an indispensable remedy for pharyngitis and runny nose.”
The question is often asked, which is better Inhalipt or Cameton ? To do this, you need to compare the composition of the two drugs. Inhalipt, in addition to two identical components (peppermint oil and eucalyptus oil, but in smaller doses), includes soluble sulfonamides ( sulfanilamide and sulfathiazole 750 mg in 1 bottle), which have an antimicrobial effect against bacteria that cause oral diseases. This is an additional effect compared to Cameton, and in this regard, Ingalipt can be considered more effective. However, due to the absence of a local anesthetic, its analgesic effect is less pronounced.
Ingalipt-N spray compares favorably with Ingalipt aerosol. The composition of the active ingredients remains the same, but instead of nitrogen propellant gas there is a metering pump valve. As a result, the packaging is compact due to weight reduction and the drug is economical.
What does Kameton help with?
The drug is prescribed for various conditions and diseases caused by harmful microorganisms. The product in the form of a spray is used not only in the mouth and throat, but also nasally.
The main purpose of the drug is to eliminate pain. Literally a couple of minutes after use, a person notices an improvement in their condition.
Chlorobutanol, present in the composition, has an anesthetic, analgesic and antiseptic effect.
Another component of the drug, levomenthol, has a cooling and antiseptic effect. The substance makes breath fresher and relieves symptoms of the disease.
Kameton price, where to buy
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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Description and composition
"Cameton" is a dietary supplement and is not a medicinal product. It contains several active components:
- levomenthol;
- essential eucalyptus oil;
- chlorobutanol in combination with hemihydrate;
- camphor;
- menthol.
The following excipients are used: sodium benzoate, citric acid, water, propylene glycol.
The product is produced in the form of a solution, which is used topically as a spray. It can be stored under normal room conditions at a temperature of no more than 30 degrees. Keep away from children. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of production.
